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Chicago Bears Week 9 Keys to Victory: Can Caleb Williams Sink the Buccaneers?

A massive opportunity awaits the Chicago Bears in Week 9. If they can defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Soldier Field on Sunday, they'll enter their bye week on a four-game winning streak and potentially take over the top spot in the NFC North, depending on how the Minnesota Vikings do.

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D’Andre Swift Needs to Carry the Load Again After Three-Touchdown Night

The Chicago Bears are closer to getting Kyle Monangai back on the field, but they are going to have to wait another week. According to Ian Rapoport, Monangai will miss their Tampa Bay Buccaneers game.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 8

Fantasy Start-Sit Week 9: Luther Burden, Caleb Williams, Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze

With the Chicago Bears set to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night, it's time to make some fantasy football start or sit decisions for quarterback Caleb Williams, tight end Colston Loveland and wide receivers Luther Burden and Romd Odunze.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 8

Bears Trade Deadline Big Board: What Other Moves Could Chicago Make?

The Chicago Bears are currently second in the loaded NFC North with a 6-2 record. Even after pulling off a blockbuster trade for defensive game-wrecker Jeffery Simmons last week, some believe they might not be done navigating the trade market ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline.

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

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Kyle Monangai News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 8

Will Kyle Monangai Play Tonight? Injury Update, Fantasy Advice For Bears RB in Week 9

Unlike the last handful of weeks, there is at least some hope that Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai might be able to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 9.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / November 7

Expert Chicago Bears Mock Draft Has Massive Steal in Round 2

If there were questions about the Chicago Bears trade for Jeffery Simmons, most of them have been answered after just one game. That said, it’s still a fair question about what Bears mock drafts will look like as the team tries to plan for their future.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 7

In a Bad Sign for Kyle Monangai's Status, Bears Elevate Salvon Ahmed From Practice Squad

Even though Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai finally practiced on Friday, it's unlikely that he'll see the field on Sunday night against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Biggest keys to a Chicago Bears week 9 victory

The 6-2 Chicago Bears will walk into Soldier Field on Sunday night with a chance to potentially retake the lead in the NFC north and improve to 7-2. The Bears will square off with the 3-5 Tampa Bay Buccaneers led by quarterback Baker Mayfield.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze Stat Predictions for Bears’ Week 9 Matchup vs. Buccaneers

The Chicago Bears return to the Windy City after dominating in Seattle. Chicago now faces its third NFC South opponent of the season as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers come to town.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Chicago Bears dealt daunting Todd Bowles prediction before Week 9 clash

On a three-game win streak, the Chicago Bears have momentum on their side entering Week 9. But the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won’t be a pushover. On paper, the Buccaneers are just 3-5.

Salvon Ahmed News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 7

Bears Elevating RB Salvon Ahmed

The Bears announced they would elevate RB Salvon Ahmed for their Week 9 game. Ahmed suffered a gruesome ankle injury after a hip-drop tackle during practice last year and finished the year on injured reserve.

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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.

Jeffery Simmons News / Stadium Rant / November 7

The Chicago Bears Are An Absolute Juggernaut

After the Bears traded for Jeffery Simmons last week, many people in the NFL community, myself included, were calling Chicago legit Super Bowl contenders.

Dennis Allen News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Chicago Bears: Rising standout earns Dennis Allen endorsement

Defensive line was arguably the biggest question mark on the Chicago Bears entering the 2026 season. However, the managed to hold their own to open the year.

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The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Caleb Williams vs. Baker Mayfield: Bears, Bucs Meet in Rare Battle of No. 1 Overall Picks

When the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off Sunday night, there’s one storyline some fans might overlook: two former No. 1 overall picks going toe-to-toe at quarterback.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Chicago Bears free agency addition fitting Ben Johnson plans perfectly

The Chicago Bears offense is filled with burgeoning superstars, led by quarterback Caleb Williams. In terms of pass catchers, players like Rome Odunze, Luther Burden and Colston Loveland are the first names that will pop up.

Khalil Mack News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 7

4 Edge Rushers Chicago Bears Should Target With Khalil Mack Trade Unlikely

Chicago Bears fans have been dreaming for a reunion with Khalil Mack ever since the Los Angeles Chargers' season started to go south. And, that dream appeared to have legs after it was reported that the Bears had put in a call to the Chargers about a Mack trade.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 7

Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Who Wins and Why for Week 9

Maybe it's simply being in the same building with Cris Collinsworth. Or maybe it's the Cody Parkey curse. There must be some supernatural or paranormal explanation for this aversion the Bears seem to have to playing on Sunday Night Football.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Nick Wright calls out Chicago Bears with bold prediction for Sunday Night Football

The Chicago Bears have cemented themselves as a Super Bowl contender for the 2026 season. With a top five offense in the NFL and a defense that has been immediately bolstered by the trade for Jeffery Simmons, the window for the Bears is here.

Chicago Bears News / Viral Sports News / November 7

Bears Slapped With Brutal Prediction Before Buccaneers Game

The Chicago Bears rode into the week on a wave of momentum after a 34-17 win in Seattle, only for a national voice to warn that Sunday night could bring a hard landing at Soldier Field.

Jeffery Simmons News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Jeffery Simmons breaks down first sack with Chicago Bears

It didn’t take long for Jeffery Simmons to make an impact with the Chicago Bears. In a 34-17 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, the All-Pro defensive tackle put up six tackles, a sack and a pass break ups.

Dennis Allen News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Chicago Bears’ Dennis Allen sends ‘aggressive’ warning shot to NFL

To define the Chicago Bears’ 2026 defense, coordinator Dennis Allen would use the word aggressive. That was made clear when the franchise traded for All-Pro defensive tackle Jeremy Simmons.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 6

Titans' purported asking prices for Tony Pollard, Calvin Ridley revealed as trade deadline nears

For a piece published on Friday morning, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared updates on the futures of Pollard and Ridley.

Could Giants trade for Jets' Breece Hall, Titans' Tony Pollard instead of Colts' Jonathan Taylor?

Titans have reportedly declined to discuss Tony Pollard move as trade deadline nears

Report details how Bears, Titans used Myles Garrett trade as 'nucleus' for Jeffery Simmons deal

The 'Rushing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / November 4

Bears T Braxton Jones, DT Kentavius Street Out For Season

The Bears enjoyed a victory on Monday night due in large part to the contributions of trade acquisition Jeffery Simmons on the defensive line. What felt

Kentavius Street News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 4

Bears Made Three Moves, Put DT Kentavius Street On IR

The Chicago Bears announced they have placed DT Kentavius Street on injured reserve. He hurt his knee in Monday night’s win over the Seahawks. Chicago also promoted TE Stephen Carlson from the practice squad and signed DT Earnest Brown to replace him. Street, 30, was selected in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the 49ers out of N.C.