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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 12
Bears Week 5 Stock Report: Tyson Bagent Leads 4 Crashing, Austin Booker Among 4 Rising
A team just cannot play worse than what the Chicago Bears put on tape against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5. Absolutely nothing went right for Chicago on Sunday.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 4
Report: Chicago Bears’ Austin Booker makes practice return amid groin injury
The Chicago Bears have been without pass rusher Austin Booker since mid August due to a groin injury. But as Week 1 looms closer, the pass rusher has finally made his return to practice.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 2
Chicago Bears’ Ryan Poles casts doubt over Austin Booker’s Week 1 status
With the Chicago Bears opting not to make any major investments in their pass rush, the franchise is relying on their already established players to lead the charge.
The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz
In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 29
Chicago Bears: 2 hopeful updates on injured starters
The Chicago Bears are preparing to play their final preseason contest of the summer against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday before the front office and coaching staff prepare to trim the roster from 90 players to 53 players by Sunday’s deadline.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 27
Bears pass rush faces injury setback that could impact Week 1 and these players will have to step up for Chicago’s defense
The Chicago Bears have two starting pass rushers currently dealing with injuries with Week 1 around the corner and the team will need other players to be ready to step up if their number is called.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 9
Austin Booker addresses Chicago Bears decision
Austin Booker is entering his third NFL season with a lot to prove. The Chicago Bears will rely heavily on the defensive end for his pass rush and to help prevent opponents from scoring.
Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 6
Austin Booker Gives Praise to Bears Rookie Defensive Tackle
It's tough to argue that there's a more exciting late-round rookie on the Chicago Bears roster than Jordan van den Berg. Despite being drafted in the 6th round, van den Berg had some great moments at Georgia Tech, but his best trait is the elite athleticism he provides.
Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / August 2
Chicago Bears Training Camp 2026: Austin Booker Rising As Left Tackle Battle Tightens
Now that Chicago Bears training camp is in full swing, all eyes are on the various position battles happening on the field. After the first week of practices, a couple of the position battles are facing more questions than answers.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 22
Chicago Bears DL Austin Booker drawing support after personal announcement
Chicago Bears defensive lineman Austin Booker had a promising 2025 campaign. He played 10 games last season, starting nine. He registered 4.5 sacks, 35 combined tackles (19 solo), 12 QB hits, three passes defended and one forced fumble. The 23-year-old also started both playoff games for Chicago.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 28
Ben Johnson confirms Austin Booker added more body mass in offseason
One of the biggest needs for the Chicago Bears all offseason was getting better at pass rush. Chicago struggled last season getting after the quarterback and it showed at times for the defense.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / May 28
Austin Booker’s continued development has Bears coaches ‘excited’ while the staff looks to improve the struggling pass rush starting in OTAs
Chicago Bears defensive end Austin Booker earned some praise from the coaching staff going into organized team activities and will play a big role in turning around the team’s disappointing pass rush unit.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 27
Bears Reported Free Agent Target Would be the Perfect Addition to Ailing Pass-Rush
The Chicago Bears' pass-rush was one of their most glaring weaknesses last season. While Austin Booker showed some flashes late in the year, their defensive line was largely inconsistent at getting after opposing quarterbacks.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 1
Chicago Bears DE Austin Booker’s change in physical appearance turns heads
Austin Booker is coming off a season where injuries limited him to 12 combined regular-season and playoff games. He is looking to put the 2025 campaign in his rearview mirror and is focused on putting in work this offseason.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 28
Bears’ Austin Booker gets punished over hit that concussed Jordan Love
Austin Booker is having to cut a five-figure check after concussing Jordan Love with a hit.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Packers QB Jordan Love knocked out of game vs. Bears with concussion
The Green Bay Packers have to be at least somewhat concerned that quarterback Jordan Love had to leave Saturday's game against the Chicago Bears with a concussion after taking a big hit to the helmet from Austin Booker.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 19
Reason Bears didn’t activate Austin Booker in Week 7 is seriously troubling
On Friday, the Chicago Bears released defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon, appearing to clear up a spot on the 53-man roster for the return of Austin Booker.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28, 2025
Bears place DE Austin Booker on IR
Austin Booker was available to the Bears for all 17 games during his rookie season. That will not be the case in 2025, however.
Chicago Bears News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 18, 2025
Former Kansas Star Austin Booker Records Sack To Take Preseason Lead
Through two weeks of the NFL Preseason, former Kansas Jayhawk defensive end Austin Booker still leads the league in sacks after recording another quarterback takedown in the Bears 38-0 whooping over the Buffalo Bills.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 9, 2025
Why Bears' Austin Booker is primed for a breakout season
According to Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic, Austin Booker is primed for a breakout season in 2025.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 7, 2025
Is Austin Booker poised to have a breakout season with Bears in 2025?
There are 94 days remaining before the Chicago Bears kickoff their 2025 season. Or, in other words, we are Austin Booker days away from watching the Bears welcome the Minnesota Vikings to Soldier Field on Monday Night Football for what could be one of the most consequential games of the year.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 16, 2024
Bears Signed DL Austin Booker To Rookie Contract
The Chicago Bears have signed DL Austin Booker to his rookie contract, according to Kevin Fishbain. The Bears selected him with the 144th overall pick in the 2024 draft.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 15, 2024
Bears rookie finds an unlikely mentor in Raiders Pro Bowler
Chicago's Austin Booker has found an unlikely mentor as he transitions to life in the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 3, 2024
Three dark-horse contenders for 2024 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
Here are three dark-horse candidates for 2024 NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 29, 2024
Bears' fifth round pick Austin Booker is aiming to be a 'first-year starter' at the next level
The Chicago Bears defense ended the 2023 season playing like a Top-5 unit in the NFL and have now added some juice after the 2024 NFL Draft. After selecting
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29, 2024
Four NFL Draft 'projects' with the best chance to develop into stars
For the most part, the NFL Draft is a gamble, meaning there are no guarantees. However, that uncertainty creates a stage for prospects without the highest expectations to emerge. With that in mind, here are four "projects" from the 2024 NFL Draft that could develop into stars.
Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 27, 2024
Bears trade back into draft, select former Big 12 Newcomer of the Year
The Bears were seemingly done with the 2024 NFL Draft on Saturday, but the team brass decided to trade back in.
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