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Projecting Week 1 Roles For Jordan van den Berg and Rest of Chicago Bears Rookies

When the Chicago Bears take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 on Sunday afternoon, we could see up to 10 players making their NFL debuts. Those 10 players are the rookies on the Bears' 53-man roster.

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Caleb Williams gets hit with tough news involving one of his biggest threats and he won’t have to wait long to face it again

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith is one of the toughest defenders that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams faced during his first two seasons, and now he’s going to have to face him again in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 7

Reports: Former Bears FB Matt Suhey of Super Bowl title team dies at 68

Former Chicago Bears fullback Matt Suhey, a starter on the Super Bowl championship team in the 1985 season, has died at age 68, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 6

Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion Fullback Matt Suhey Passes Away

Chicago Bears legendary fullback Matt Suhey passed away at the age of 68 today, according to NBC Chicago. The 1985 Super Bowl champion enjoyed a 10-year career in the Windy City from 1980 through 1989.

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The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz

Can you name the last time every NFL team selected a signal-caller in the first round of the NFL Draft?

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Walter Payton News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Former Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion Has Died

Matt Suhey, the Chicago Bears fullback who spent a decade clearing paths for Walter Payton and scored the first touchdown of Super Bowl XX, has died at 68.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 6

Bears QB Caleb Williams shares honest opinion on Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers

Caleb Williams grew up watching some of the best quarterbacks ever, including Tom Brady, playing in the NFL. He is also fortunate to be in the league at the same time as Aaron Rodgers.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 6

Bears star Caleb Williams went undetected at Kanye West concert

NFL stars like Caleb Williams often have a hard time attending public events. They turn heads and garner a lot of attention for their popularity, but the Chicago Bears quarterback found a way to remain undetected.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 6

The Bears Defense Faces Carolina with a Few Old Issues and a New One

The Bears defense opens Sunday against a Carolina Panthers offense rated a good level below some of the great offenses they faced late last year in a run to the divisional playoffs.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Nike Air Max 90 'Chicago Bears': Where to Buy IW1138-400

If you’re from Chicago, there are certain shades of navy and orange that don’t need an explanation. The Nike Air Max 90 “Chicago Bears” wears them proudly.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 6

Chicago Bears dealt brutal schedule blow in 2026

The Chicago Bears are looking to defending their NFC North crown in 2026. However, their schedule will only make that quest more difficult. Chicago is entering the 2026 campaign with the hardest strength of schedule in the league, via the NFL’s X, formerly Twitter.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 6

Predicting Superlatives For Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Season

The 2026 NFL season is right around the corner. The Chicago Bears will be eager to show that last year's breakthrough (and highly improbable) 11-6 performance was no fluke.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 6

How Bears’ Caleb Williams completely flew under the radar at Kanye West’s Soldier Field concert

The Chicago Bears are just days away from kicking off their new 2026 NFL season on the road. Meanwhile, at their home stadium, Soldier Field, Chicago legend Kanye West performed a sold-out show on Saturday evening.

Dillon Thieneman News / ChiCitySports / September 6

Chicago Bears rookie gets major accolade prediction before Week 1

The Chicago Bears found a new building block for their defense when they selected Dillon Thieneman in the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Now, he’ll be entering his rookie season a crucial member of the secondary.

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Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 6

Setting the Bar for Ben Johnson's 2026 Chicago Bears Offense

Every NFL player sets personal goals for seasons and then most refuse to acknowledge what they are beyond winning the Super Bowl. It's easier when no one knows the point where disappointment meets success, and there's no sense putting undue pressure on yourself.