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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 16
Caleb Williams reacts to Bears WR Rome Odunze’s 3-word statement
Caleb Williams is coming off a strong performance in the season opener against the Carolina Panthers. The Chicago Bears quarterback spearheaded the team’s attack, while Rome Odunze made impact plays in the 59-37 win.
Ben Johnson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15
Ben Johnson makes candid confession about Bears’ 59-point game
Ben Johnson had his eyes on the prize throughout the Chicago Bears’ Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers. The Bears put on an offensive clinic against the Panthers in front of a partisan crowd at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 16
Panthers coach addresses Bears QB Caleb Williams postgame comments
Caleb Williams was instrumental in the Chicago Bears’ season-opening win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. He produced an impressive stat line, proving that his strong performances last year are not a fluke.
The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 16
Bears CB Malik Muhammad’s debut draws strong words from Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears fired on all cylinders on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Several players impressed Ben Johnson and his coaching staff, particularly cornerback Malik Muhammad.
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.
Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman reacts to Ben Johnson’s decision
Dillon Thieneman impressed Ben Johnson in his first NFL regular-season game on Sunday. The Chicago Bears head coach gave him a lot of playing, and he repaid the coaching staff’s trust.
Dillon Thieneman News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Dillon Thieneman’s admission about Bears fans
Dillon Thieneman played his regular-season debut during the Chicago Bears’ first win on Sunday. He received ample opportunities from Ben Johnson against the Carolina Panthers, allowing him to showcase his talents.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Chicago Bears send Carolina Panthers to new franchise lows after Week 1
The Carolina Panthers put up a fight, but ultimately, the Chicago Bears came out on top 59-27 in their Week 1 matchup. For the Panthers, it was one of their darker days on the defensive side.
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 / Chicago Bears on SI / September 15
The Biggest Decision Ben Johnson Got Right Against Panthers and What it Means Moving Forward
Contrary to the belief of second-guessers, the biggest decision Ben Johnson made in Sunday's 59-37 win over Carolina had nothing to do with going for it on fourth down from his own 21 in the second quarter.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 15
Bears move way up in ESPN's NFL power rankings after high-scoring win
Talk about a strong start to the season.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Bears, Caleb Williams must be prepared for entirely different test vs. Vikings
The Chicago Bears have been considered one of the biggest winners from Week 1, as their 59-point explosion against the Carolina Panthers proved how potent their offense can be.
Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / September 15
2 Bears Named to PFF Team of the Week
The Chicago Bears could hardly have asked for a better start under head coach Ben Johnson. They beat the Carolina Panthers 59-37 on the road, setting a franchise record for points in a season opener.
Chicago Bears News / TWSN / September 15
Chicago Might Be Producing Two MVP Candidates At The Same Time
Chicago has seen great athletes come through its doors, but it has been a long time since the city could realistically claim two MVP frontrunners at once.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 15
What Mike Ditka really thinks about reporter comparing Bears’ Ben Johnson to him
Mike Ditka is one of, if not the, most important person in Chicago Bears history. He was drafted by the team in the first round of the 1961, where he went on to become one of the first great tight ends in the history of the sport.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Chicago Bears: PFF under fire for slapping Caleb Williams with poor grade
It’s hard to find many flaws with a quarterback who had no turnovers while leading the Chicago Bears to a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, but Pro Football Focus managed to give Caleb Williams a poor grade after his Week 1 performance.
Ben Johnson News / The Spun / September 15
Ben Johnson Defends Running Up The Score Against Panthers
When you score 59 points against a team in an NFL game, you’re going to see accusations of “running up the score.” So after Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson did that in Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers, he had to address those accusations to the media.
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Bears’ Caleb Williams better than all NFL quarterbacks combined in 1 key stat
Quarterback Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears opened their 2026 season with a bang, earning a 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Williams contributed four total touchdowns in the win.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 15
Chicago Bears urged to make blockbuster trade for star cornerback
The Chicago Bears have begun their season, winning in spectacular fashion. Ben Johnson’s offense put up 59 points on the road in Charlotte, as the Bears took down the Panthers 59-37.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 15
Projected Maxx Crosby trade to Bears gets surprising endorsement
The Bears were reportedly in the mix to get Crosby before his failed trade to the Baltimore Ravens.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Dan Orlovsky says the quiet part out loud about Bears QB Caleb Williams
The Chicago Bears were one of the most entertaining teams in the entire NFL one year ago in Ben Johnson's first season as head coach.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 14
Three things the Bears need to improve on in Week 2
Here's what head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears need to do to improve in Week 2.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell speaks on Kyler Murray's status after QB suffers concussion in Week 1 against Packers
A Monday report shared the Minnesota Vikings received a "good sign" on Murray. O'Connell subsequently provided more reason for optimism.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
New details emerge on Kyler Murray after scary injury against the Packers
Kyler Murray’s debut for the Minnesota Vikings had a frightening twist. The former No. 1 overall pick was forced out of the game after just 11 plays in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn., with an apparent head injury.
Bryce Young News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bryce Young may have finally arrived despite Panthers’ lopsided loss to Bears
Young’s career looked shaky for a minute, but he is finally showing the talent that the world saw when he was with the Alabama Crimson Tide.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bears live up to Ben Johnson's preseason proclamation with win over Panthers
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said he wants to set NFL scoring records this season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Bears QB Caleb Williams put Drew Brees' advice to good use on 22-yard TD vs. Panthers
Turns out Brees is an excellent teacher.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 11
Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension
Just days before the Chicago Bears kick off their season, D’Andre Swift has another reason to be extra motivated for the season opener.
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