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As much as Bears receiver DJ Moore hated the Week 5 bye, it served a purpose. "I tell you now that this Week 5 bye week is terrible," Moore said. "Why?

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Chicago Bears head coach shuts down trade rumors for a running back

The biggest weakness of the Chicago Bears’ offense this season has been the running game. D’Andre Swift has struggled tremendously, Kyle Monangai hasn’t gotten much opportunities, and Roschon Johnson has barely seen the field.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 7

Kyler Gordon’s imminent return could have a significant impact on the Bears’ defense

There is building anticipation for the Chicago Bears following their Week 5 bye, as they are expected to get several key players back from injury ahead of their Monday Night matchup on October 13th against the Washington Commanders.

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The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch at least 10 passes in a game on at least five occasions can you name in five minutes?

The '14-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by franchise' quiz

Darnell Wright News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7

Darnell Wright's continued absence applies pressure to Bears offense

The Bears could be going into Washington with two former backup tackles starting against a Commanders pass rush suddenly resurgent following its five-sack performance against the Chargers.

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The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

Bears Set to Get Major Boost Ahead of Commanders Matchup

A headline that has haunted the Chicago Bears this season has been the number of significant injuries. The Bears already lost star cornerback Jaylon Johnson after appearing in just one game for the team, and several key starters have yet to step on the field this season.

Tyrique Stevenson News / Total Apex Sports / October 7

Chicago Bears Tyrique Stevenson Opens Up About Viral Hail Mary Moment Last Season

In the NFL, a single play can define a season, a career, or a player’s entire narrative. For Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson, one infamous play during the 2024 season against the Washington Commanders became a defining, albeit painful, moment.

Kyler Gordon News / ChiCitySports / October 7

Star Chicago Bears cornerback set to make season debut on Week 6

Star slot cornerback Kyler Gordon has yet to see the field this season due to an ongoing hamstring issue. The Chicago Bears’ defense is in need of him going into a pivotal Week 6 matchup against the Washington Commanders.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Bears key defensive starter expects to make 2025 debut and his return could completely change the defense's trajectory

The Chicago Bears continue to get good news coming out of the bye week on the injury front that can completely revamp defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's unit going forward.

Chicago Bears News / Sporting News / October 7

NFL insider reveals what 'mess' the Bears cleaned up during the bye week

The Chicago Bears made some tweaks to their game plan during the bye week.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / October 7

'We’re a new team' — Bears HC Ben Johnson downplays Week 6 matchup but is likely sending a different message to players

In six days, the Chicago Bears will finally be back in action following a lengthy break during the bye week and will take on the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.

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The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoffs all-time hit leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 7

Chicago Bears coach identifies ’emphasis’ after bye week

The Chicago Bears entered their bye in Week 5 in good shape after pulling together two consecutive wins, including a rare road victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.

Joe Flacco News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7

How Bears are affected by their Week 9 opponent Bengals' trade for Joe Flacco

The Chicago Bears' Week 9 layup just got tricky. While Bears fans were hoping the slumping Cincinnati Bengals would make a trade before the Nov. 4 deadline, Tuesday's move wasn't exactly what they had in mind.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Bears’ defense finally receives the update fans have been waiting for, and a major boost to the pass rush is coming sooner than later

The Chicago Bears were back in the building on Tuesday after getting some much-needed time off during the bye week and still have almost a week until the next game against the Washington Commanders on October 13th.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

Bears Open Practice Window For Two Players

The Chicago Bears announced they have opened the practice window for DE Austin Booker and RB Travis Homer. Both have been on injured reserve to start the season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7

Bears ranked shockingly low in ESPN's latest Week 6 NFL Power Rankings

As the 2025 NFL season rolls into Week 6, ESPN's latest NFL Week 6 Power Rankings land the Chicago Bears at No. 20. For Bears fans, it's a surprisingly low slotting for a 2-2 team.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 7

Insider shares one offensive change Bears could implement following early bye

Currently last in the tough NFC North, the Bears still have an excellent opportunity to rise in the standings heading into the back half of the schedule.

What Bears need to fix, build upon amid bye week

The biggest running back trades in NFL history

The 'NFL franchise rookie QB touchdown leaders' quiz