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Bears Injury Round Up: Final Injury Report for Week 4 vs. Jets

The Chicago Bears and New York Jets will both be dealing with notable absences heading into Sunday’s matchup. Chicago has ruled out five players, including quarterback Caleb Williams and offensive lineman Braxton Jones, while New York will be without five players of its own, including running back Breece Hall.

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Bears’ Ben Johnson staying optimistic over murky D’Andre Swift injury

Heading into Friday, Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift has yet to register a practice due to a lingering knee injury. But head coach Ben Johnson isn’t hitting the panic button just yet.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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Dennis Allen's Review of Bears Rookie Dillon Thieneman Should Terrify Rest of NFL

Through three games of the 2026 season, Chicago Bears rookie safety Dillon Thieneman has been everything the team could've hoped for. Thieneman has shined in each of his first three NFL games.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Ben Johnson Has Blunt Message for Rome Odunze After Dropped Touchdown

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze had an opportunity to make a major impact on Monday night, but a dropped touchdown pass prevented him from doing so.

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Bears get inspiring news in D’Andre Swift’s latest injury update

The Chicago Bears had Caleb Williams and D’Andre Swift on the sidelines during practice. Both are battling injuries as the season begins. However, on Friday, the Bears got a refreshing update regarding Swift’s status, per Brad Biggs of The Chicago Tribune.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / October 2

Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson makes firm Week 4 left tackle decision

Another week, another game where the Chicago Bears have questions at left tackle. This time around, Braxton Jones is dealing with a knee injury that head coach Ben Johnson called week-to-week.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 2

Case Keenum gets brutally honest on Bears QB1 uncertainty.

The Chicago Bears have yet to announce who their starting quarterback is for Week 4. Their Week 3 starter, Case Keenum, shared his honest thoughts on the team’s QB1 uncertainty.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

Bears' Johnson addresses 'hot hand' theory amid Bagent, Keenum uncertainty

Bears' Ben Johnson addresses 'hot hand' theory amid Tyson Bagent, Case Keenum uncertainty

As of Friday afternoon, the only thing for sure about the Chicago Bears' quarterback situation for their Week 4 game versus the 1-2 New York Jets was that first-choice option Caleb Williams will not play due to the Grade 2 hamstring strain he suffered in Week 2.

Bears rule out QB Caleb Williams; QB1 spot TBD vs. Jets

Jets S Minkah Fitzpatrick practices fully, expects to play vs. Bears

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Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / October 2

Bears rule out QB Caleb Williams; QB1 spot TBD vs. Jets

Case Keenum and Tyson Bagent are in the running to start for the Chicago Bears on Sunday, but Caleb Williams was ruled out for the second week in a row with a hamstring injury.

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 2

Former Bears' Struggles Fully Vindicate Ryan Poles' Controversial Roster Decisions

The Chicago Bears spent this entire past offseason as the one team that was the most likely to regress in 2026, according to the NFL media and fans. A

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 2

Bears Offensive Line Delivered Statement Performance in Week 3

The Bears entered Monday night with a backup quarterback, a 1-1 record, and plenty of questions following an ugly loss to Minnesota. Four quarters later, those questions felt a lot less urgent.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 2

Dennis Allen reveals Kyler Gordon’s next steps towards full Bears return

The Chicago Bears have officially activated cornerback Kyler Gordon off of the Physically Unable to Perform list. But he still has some hurdles to cross before making his full return.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

Bears Rule Out QB Caleb Williams For Week 4

Bears HC Ben Johnson announced that they’ve ruled out QB Caleb Williams for Week 4 against the Jets, per Brad Biggs. Johnson declined to name a starter

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 2

Bold Predictions For the Chicago Bears Week 4 Matchup Against the Jets

The Bears face off against the Jets on Sunday afternoon, and we still don't know who will be under center for Chicago. We do know they feel good about their chances regardless of whether it's Case Keenum or Tyson Bagent.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Top-5 Graded Bears Going Into Week 4

The Chicago Bears have seen several players make significant contributions through the first three weeks of the season. While some players have produced eye-catching statistics, others have made their impact felt through consistent play that shows up on film and in the grades.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 1

Bears OT Braxton Jones Week-To-Week, Ozzy Trapilo Nearing Return

The Bears have been rotating starter Braxton Jones and backup Theo Benedet at left tackle to start the season, but the latter may have to take on the full-time role in Week 4.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 1

Bears seemingly benched Kevin Warren in new stadium plans as the organization and Roger Goodell look to reestablish good terms in Illinois

Chicago Bears minority owner Pat Ryan and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Illinois Governor Pritzker and state representatives, signaling a potential shift in the team’s stadium plans after months of silence.

Kyler Gordon News / Field Level Media / October 1

Bears open 21-day practice window for CB Kyler Gordon

The Chicago Bears opened the 21-day practice window for cornerback Kyler Gordon on Wednesday. Gordon was sidelined throughout training camp and missed the Bears' first three games with a calf injury.