Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Dennis Allen News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Bears’ toughest Week 1 challenge could force Dennis Allen into some difficult decisions with his defensive personnel

The Chicago Bears will have a tough matchup against the Carolina Panthers’ budding WR duo in Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker, and it’ll be interesting to see how Dennis Allen matches his corners up on which threat.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 12

Ben Johnson, Ryan Poles Explain Bears' Decision to Sign D'Andre Swift to Contract Extension

All offseason long, Chicago Bears fans and analysts wondered if this might be running back D'Andre Swift's last season with the team. Swift was entering

Kyle Monangai News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Bears react to what Kyle Monangai did during practice

Kyle Monangai impressed with his strong performances in his rookie season. He outplayed his draft status and delivered solid numbers for the Chicago Bears.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

D’Andre Swift’s message to Bears fans after inking new contract extension

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift delivered a message to fans after signing a lucrative contract extension ahead of the team’s Week 1 road matchup against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday at 1 p.m.

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 12

Ben Johnson's Favorite North Carolina Song is Perfect After Shirtless Speech to Bears

Once in a while we see Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson open up and not be so serious and that was the case ahead of his homecoming this weekend, when the Bears will travel to North Carolina to take on the Carolina Panthers.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Bears Week 1 injury report vs. Panthers: What it means for fantasy football

Week 1 fantasy football is always unpredictable. Injuries play a big part of that. In which case, the Chicago Bears have delivered one of the weekend’s most fascinating health puzzles.

Caleb Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Bears’ Caleb Williams on verge of impressive franchise history ahead of Week 1

The Chicago Bears are hoping to build on a successful 2025 season. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams enters the 2026 campaign with high expectations on him.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Chicago Bears react to Ben Johnson’s North Carolina comments

Ben Johnson is entering his second-year as the Chicago Bears’ head coach. The franchise hired him in January 2025 after emerging as one of the best candidates in the cycle and delivered results last year.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Carolina Panthers ready to unleash running back on Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bears have gotten plenty of flack for their defense over the offseason. In Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers, they’ll have an opportunity to prove the doubters wrong.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Caleb Williams reacts to big Chicago Bears news

Caleb Williams continues to earn praise for his leadership. He has demonstrated it throughout training camp, which his coaches and teammates witnessed firsthand.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / September 12

Why The Bears Gave D’Andre Swift A $33.75M Extension

With their season opener fast approaching, Chicago made sure to take care of D’Andre Swift. The Bears and Swift have agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million contract extension, with $27.5 million guaranteed to keep him in the Windy City for the foreseeable future.

Rome Odunze News / TWSN / September 11

Rome Odunze Week 1 Fantasy Football Expectations

We are quick to forget just how good Rome Odunze was to start the 2025 fantasy football season. Odunze started out hot, scoring at least 15 points in each of his first four games.

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 11

Ben Johnson: Bears players are practicing at 'championship level'

Ben Johnson believes Bears players are practicing at 'championship level' after failing to do so last year

The Chicago Bears ended a seven-year drought to win the NFC North last season.

Ben Johnson keeps Bears grounded amid NFL season hype

Ben Johnson, Bears expected to light fantasy football world on fire

Bears reward D'Andre Swift ahead of Week 1 with three-year extension

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The 'Monsters of the Midway' quiz

D'Andre Swift News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11

What D'Andre Swift's Extension Means for the Next Bears Waiting in Line

The D'Andre Swift contract extension reportedly agreed to Friday wraps up the essential pressing Bears player contract issues GM Ryan Poles must deal with for this salary cap year.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 11

Why Bears’ Caleb Williams still gives Ben Johnson goosebumps

One of the biggest reasons head coach Ben Johnson took the Chicago Bears job was the presence of Caleb Williams. He needed a quarterback capable of running his scheme.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / September 11

Bears Injury Report: Bagent, Odunze, Trapilo, Woods Questionable vs Panthers

The Chicago Bears released their final Week 1 injury report Friday ahead of Sunday’s opener against the Carolina Panthers. Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent (back) did not practice all week and is questionable.

Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Bears sign Pro Bowl player to contract extension

The Chicago Bears are locking down a key member of their offense on the eve of the start of their season. The Bears have agreed to a three-year contract extension with running back D’Andre Swift, according to multiple reports.

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / September 11

D’Andre Swift Extension Sends Clear Message About Chicago Bears Offense

Right ahead of the 2026 NFL season getting underway, the Chicago Bears went on to secure a key player on their offense. The Bears announced they have reached an extension with running back D’Andre Swift for three years, $33.75 million with $27.5 million guaranteed.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Bears reward one of their top offensive weapons in a big way to cross off one final box before the start of the regular season

The Chicago Bears have agreed to a new three-year extension with RB D’Andre Swift ahead of the first game of the regular season. The Chicago Bears crossed one last box off the checklist before the start of the regular season, signing running back D’Andre Swift to a long-term extension that keeps him in Chicago through the 2029 season.

Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 11

Chicago Bears make major move to secure key star through 2029 with $33.75 million deal

The Chicago Bears have made a major commitment to running back D’Andre Swift, agreeing to a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through 2029.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 11