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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
Two Major Bears Defensive Concerns Reared Their Ugly Heads in Preseason Week 1
Entering the offseason, two major concerns for the Chicago Bears were their run defense and pass-rush. In 2025, the Bears were tied for the seventh-fewest sacks in the NFL, and the run defense was the sixth-worst.
Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs Linked in Hypothetical Trade Scenario
Tell me if you've heard this before: Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet has been suggested as a trade candidate. FanSided's Zacary Rotman is just the latest analyst to think the Bears will trade Kmet, and he believes the Kansas City Chiefs would be a possible landing spot for the veteran tight end.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 17
Bears’ left tackle battle needs to take a definitive turn and it should spell the end for a former draft pick
The Chicago Bears need to start finding some clarity at the left tackle position and the only way to do so is by weeding out the flock going into the second week of preseason.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
Ben Johnson's Bears Approach Can Delay Joe Thuney Retirement Thoughts
Bears guard Joe Thuney has been around winners long enough to recognize the difference in approach. Thuney, after all, will turn 34 later this season and has played in 23 playoff games, with four Super Bowl rings and six conference championships.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 17
Bears’ compounding secondary crisis could force Chicago turn back to external options and there’s two avenues to consider
The Chicago Bears keep having more and more injuries pile up in the secondary and it’s getting to the point where the team might have to consider making yet another addition.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 17
Ozzy Trapilo training camp video leaves fans in awe after shocking injury return
In January, Chicago Bears left tackle Ozzy Trapilo suffered a ruptured patellar tendon during the NFC Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers. For many, there was a feeling that he wouldn’t be back for a while.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
The Good and Not So Good From Chicago Bears' 14th Practice of Training Camp
One day after the Chicago Bears stomped the Cleveland Browns in preseason Week 1, the team was back on the practice field on Sunday afternoon. It was an abbreviated practice for the Bears, who were not wearing pads and instead opted for shells.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 17
Bears’ encouraging injury returns at practice only add more frustrations regarding the one player that continues to be sidelined
Chicago Bears offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo became the latest player to return to practice from a serious injury and make it back on the field before cornerback Kyler Gordon.
Kyle Monangai News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
Kyle Monangai Injury One More Reason Bears Need Eyes on All Roster Cuts
The Bears built a formidable ground attack last year with Kyle Monangai as the power back to D'Andre Swift's speed back, On Saturday, coach Ben Johnson
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 17
Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster Projections 3.0: Who Might Stick Around After Preseason Opener?
The Chicago Bears came away with a 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday afternoon. They bounced back after a sloppy first quarter and looked like the better team in every phase of the game (there's little doubt which roster's practice squad will feature the more talented unit).
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 17
Bears receive update after RB Kyle Monangai left practice with injury
Watching an important player leave practice with an injury is always concerning, but it appears as if the Chicago Bears may have caught a lucky break (pun intended) when it comes to Kyle Monangai.
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.
Dillon Thieneman News / ChiCitySports / August 17
Bears fans react to Dillon Thieneman’s preseason debut
The Chicago Bears expect a lot from Dillon Thieneman in his first NFL season. During training camp, Coby Bryant injured his knee and needs four to six months to recover.
Montez Sweat News / TWSN / August 16
Chicago Bears Exploring Veteran Help Opposite Montez Sweat
One of the biggest areas of concern for the Chicago Bearsahead of the 2026 NFL season remains their edge-rushing spot, especially finding another capable edge rusher to pair opposite Montez Sweat.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 16
Concerning injury news emerges from Bears’ Sunday practice
The Chicago Bears returned to practice on Sunday, one day after opening their preseason schedule. They defeated the Cleveland Browns 34-10 despite mostly sitting their starters.
Ozzy Trapilo News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16
Bears Activate OT Ozzy Trapilo Off PUP List
The Bears activated offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo off the physically unable to perform list on Sunday, per a team announcement. The move represents an impressive recovery from the second-year offensive lineman, who tore his patellar tendon in a playoff win over the Packers less than seven months ago.
Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / August 16
Bears Star Running Back Injured After Dirty Tackle At Practice — Set For MRI
Kyle Monangai left Chicago Bears practice on Sunday after suffering an apparent right knee injury. Defensive tackle Grady Jarrett tackled him from behind during a non-padded session, and Monangai went down hard near the end of the play.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 16
Antwaan Randle El might quickly become the NFL's next hot HC candidate
Every year, there is that one assistant coach who quickly climbs the coaching ranks and becomes the hot candidate everybody in the NFL wants as their next head coach.
Ben Johnson News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16
Ben Johnson sets a crazy goal for Bears in 2026
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson cannot be accused of lacking ambition. Johnson won the NFC North in his first year as head coach and is looking for more than that in his second season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 16
Browns' Shedeur Sanders shares head-scratching excuse for bad turnover vs. Bears
On a day when Deshaun Watson's numbers looked much better than the actual tape, Sanders did little to gain ground in the Browns' QB1 race.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
Beanie Bishop's play in Bears' debut builds case to make main roster
It didn't take long for Beanie Bishop Jr. to impress his new team, as he hopes to solidify Chicago as his next NFL home.
Kyler Gordon News / Pro Football Rumors / August 15
Bears Unsure Of CB Kyler Gordon’s Recovery Timeline
Kyler Gordon has been sidelined throughout the 2026 offseason. The fifth-year Bears cornerback continues to deal with a calf injury, and it is unclear when he will be available.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 15
Bears chairman gives update on Indiana stadium possibility
While the Chicago Bears made their 2026 preseason debut on Saturday, the focus was more on the long-term outlook for the franchise.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 14
Bears could turn preseason opener into trade audition for QB Tyson Bagent
The Chicago Bears will keep most of their recognizable players safely parked on the sideline Saturday. Tyson Bagent, however, could spend the afternoon auditioning for a job Chicago may not want to give him.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 12
Bears' Ben Johnson responds to criticisms of Caleb Williams, sends strong warning to NFL
Williams guided the 2025 Bears to seven comeback victories after trailing in the fourth quarter of games through their wild-card playoff win over the Green Bay Packers.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 11
Bears receive bad news regarding key 2026 free-agent addition
The impact of Bryant's injury could be felt all season in the Windy City.
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