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Bears' pass catchers crack top 10 in new 2025 NFL ranking

The team at Sharp Football Analysis recently completed their annual rankings of position units across the NFL for the 2025 season. It's good news for Bears fans as the receiving corps was rated seventh among 32 teams.

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Bears' forlorn star oddly becoming one of NFL's most disrespected players

The Chicago Bears have put together quite an impressive stable of weapons around quarterback Caleb Williams, drafting Luther Burden and Colston Loveland this past April to go with a core that already included D.J.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 4

How the Chicago Bears defensive line rates for creating mismatches

The basis for the Chicago Bears signing defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo was his versatility. "I think one of the things that he does exceptionally well is, I think he moves inside and passing downs and rushes really well from the interior," defensive coordinator Dennis Allen said.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

Why do some Bears Fans resist having 'too much' talent?

There's been a curious phenomenon this off-season among a vocal subset of Chicago Bears fans on social media. Chatter won't die down about the desire to trade away valuable veteran starters just because very talented rookies were drafted.

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Montez Sweat News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

Bears' costly star must prove his worth as he teeters on dangerous ground

Midway through the 2023 campaign, the Chicago Bears acquired edge rusher Montez Sweat in a trade deadline deal with the Washington Commanders. It was a huge move for the Bears, who were in desperate need of a pass rusher and found one of the more overlooked ones in the NFL.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

Bears could still add one future Hall-of-Famer to their roster

The Chicago Bears have had a tremendous offseason, with many agreeing that they enjoyed one of the best efforts in the NFL over the last several months.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

Bears quarterback makes surprising pick for favorite receiver in the league

Most fans of NFL teams would hope that their quarterbacks are the best of friends with their receivers. A lot of the passing game in the NFL is based on mutual trust and chemistry, after all.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent defended Matt Eberflus

Well before the end of the Detroit Lions game on Thanksgiving, many Chicago Bears fans and those covering the team in the media had given up on Matt Eberflus.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

How Chicago Bears get bigger gains from Caleb Williams' passes

The solution to turning around Caleb Williams for Ben Johnson could be less complicated than many make it. It has already begun in many respects because Johnson's arrival and work with GM Ryan Poles brought about the rebuilt offensive line .

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Bears insider reveals dynamic between Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson

Caleb Williams’ rookie season did not go as the Chicago Bears had hoped, but their 2025 offseason is going as well as they could have imagined. Since hiring Ben Johnson as its next head coach, the team is already expecting significant improvements in 2025.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / July 3

Which Chicago Bears position group are you most confident in?

Join our Bear Bones LIVE at 5:00 (CT) on the 2nd City Gridiron YouTube channel as we discuss the position groups of the four NFC North teams. Our Bear Bones crew is back at it today, talking Chicago Bears offseason with you and taking stock of how the roster is shaping up.

Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

Top Players Shaping the Chicago Bears’ 2025-26 Season

As the Chicago Bears gear up for the 2025-26 NFL season, expectations are as high as they’ve been in years. With a new-look roster blending promising young talent and proven veterans, the Bears are determined to turn the corner and return to playoff contention.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Key Chicago Bears playmaker deemed fantasy football bust

With head coach Ben Johnson joining the team, the Chicago Bears have spent all offseason maximizing their offense. While the team’s new receiving core should only boost quarterback Caleb Williams, fantasy football owners need to be cautious.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / July 3

Recap of the Bears’ 2024 rookie class

WCG’s lead draft analyst breaks down the performance of each of the Bears’ draft picks last year. The Bears entered the 2024 NFL Draft in rarified air.

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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Latest offseason workout video ahead of training camp brings forth an interesting question regarding the Bears' starting secondary

With training camp still a few days away for the Chicago Bears, individual players are still spending personal time to relax, recover, and train on their own before returning to the facilities as a team.

Caleb Williams News / Athlon Sports / July 3

A Veteran Voice Just Sparked Debate Around Caleb Williams’ Leadership

There’s growing optimism around Chicago’s offense heading into the season—but not everyone’s convinced things will click for the team’s new face at quarterback.

Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

More shade thrown Cole Kmet's way with On SI's All-NFC North team

Cole Kmet caught a higher percentage of passes thrown his way than any tight end in the NFL last year, 85.5%. The Bears veteran did it while still managing

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Surprise Chicago Bears rookie gaining major momentum entering training camp

The Chicago Bears shocked the NFL world when they selected linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II in the fourth-round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He wasn’t invited to the scouting combine nor was he on many analyst’s big boards leading up to the draft.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Bears running back becomes crucial fantasy football target before training camp

As the summer continues to rage on, fantasy football drafts are only getting closer. With Ben Johnson taking over as head coach, the Chicago Bears have plenty of options that owners must consider on draft day.

Chicago Bears News / 5 GOATs / July 3

ESPN Insiders: Caleb Williams has ‘no excuses’ in Year 1 under new Bears coach Ben Johnson

QB Caleb Williams didn’t live up to be the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft as a rookie last year in what was another bad season for the Bears. Now, in his first full offseason, he may have a better chance at success in his second year in the league.

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 3

Chicago Bears and Ryan Poles reach very familiar fork in the road

The Chicago Bears and GM Ryan Poles might be at a familiar crossroad the franchise already visited. Which path should they take? Only a week before the regular season in 2018, the Bears made a bold move designed to elevate their defense to the top of the NFL.