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Bears have found a brutally simple answer to modern NFL defenses, and the right side of the offensive line is at the center of it

The Chicago Bears offense earned high praise on the latest 4th & Football podcast, and the development of the right side of the offensive line says plenty about why Ben Johnson’s rushing attack keeps overwhelming opponents through the first month of the season.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Bears' Darnell Wright Should Be Early Favorite for NFL Honors

The Chicago Bears have found a cornerstone on their offensive line in Darnell Wright, whose dominant start to the season has helped keep the offense efficient despite losing quarterback Caleb Williams.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Bears Injury Report: Elliott Downgraded to DNP; Jackson, Thuney, Wright Limited vs Packers

The Chicago Bears released their Thursday injury report ahead of Sunday’s Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Three players did not practice Thursday: linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (quadricep), who was downgraded from limited Wednesday, running back Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe), and quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring).

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The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 7

Lane Johnson Retirement Leaves Bears' Darnell Wright as NFL's Best Right Tackle

Five-time All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson was a surprising healthy scratch from the Philadelphia Eagles' gameday roster last Sunday, and now we know why.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Bears Injury Report: Williams, Thuney, Wright Among 7 DNPs Ahead of Packers

The Chicago Bears released their first Week 5 injury report on Wednesday ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Seven

Chicago Bears News / TWSN / September 23

Darnell Wright Earns a Top PFN Grade in the NFL (Week 2)

Week 2 went about as poorly as it could have gone for the Chicago Bears, with Caleb Williams going down and Chicago picking up a loss to their division rival.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 18

Bears get clarity on Darnell Wright’s status heading into the weekend, allowing Ben Johnson to lean into his biggest strength

The Chicago Bears final injury report going into Week 2 is a green light all across the board, and it’s even bigger news for Ben Johnson’s offense going up against the Minnesota Vikings.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / September 18

Bears Injury Report: Wright Limited, Gallimore Full Ahead of Vikings

The Chicago Bears released their Thursday Week 2 injury report ahead of Sunday’s home opener against the Minnesota Vikings. Offensive tackle Darnell Wright (knee) upgraded from did not practice to limited, while defensive linemen Neville Gallimore (illness) and Grady Jarrett (non-injury related rest) both returned to full participation.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 17

Chicago Bears fans breathe sigh of relief after Darnell Wright update

Chicago Bears fans began panicking when right tackle Darnell Wright missed practice on Wednesday with a worrying knee injury. However, they are now breathing a sigh of relief after Thursday’s update.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 16

Chicago Bears RT Darnell Wright suffers troubling knee injury

The Chicago Bears offense did pretty much everything right in a 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday in Week 1. The offensive line was a key reason why D’Andre Swift won NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors and Caleb Williams was a force as both a passer and runner against Carolina.

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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 / On Tap Sports Net / August 26

Bears Injury Update: Luther Burden III, Darnell Wright Back at Practice Before Titans Trip

The Chicago Bears closed camp today at Halas Hall with better injury news than they had 24 hours earlier. Wide receiver Luther Burden III was back on the field Wednesday for the first time since a groin injury Aug.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bears’ Darnell Wright injury update brings sigh of relief as Ben Johnson ponders LT decision

The Chicago Bears were worried about Darnell Wright after he suffered an injury in practice ahead of their preseason finale this weekend. They’ve received some good news, and it looks like he’ll be back on the practice field soon, according to ESPN’s Courtney Cronin.

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Darnell Wright injury casts shadow on Bears’ training camp practice

The Chicago Bears suffered an injury scare involving offensive tackle Darnell Wright during Tuesday’s practice as the team prepares to close out its preseason against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday at 6 p.m.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 25

Chicago Bears All-Pro exits practice with painful injury

The Chicago Bears are trying to find their starting left tackle for Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers as Ozzy Trapilo works his way back from an injury in the playoffs last season.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 23

Bears rumors: Chicago insider targets next contract extension after Darnell Wright

The Chicago Bears recently rewarded right tackle Darnell Wright with a historic contract extension. If another long-term deal is to take place before Week 1, one candidate has risen to the top.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 18

Bears starter makes honest Darnell Wright admission amid training camp

Darnell Wright and the Chicago Bears are busy preparing for the upcoming season. They are fine tuning details with the start of the 2026 regular season inching closer.

Chicago Bears News / EssentiallySports / August 10

Bears Receive Damaging $3.8 Million Update for 2026 After RT Darnell Wright’s 4-Year Extension

Heading into the 2026 season, the Chicago Bears handed former first-round pick and right tackle Darnell Wright a historic contract extension. At the time, the deal didn’t appear to raise any concerns for the Bears, considering Wright was entering the fourth year of his rookie contract and the team had already picked up his fifth-year option.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 5

Fans saying the same thing about Bears’ $116 million Darnell Wright decision

The Chicago Bears made a big decision about Darnell Wright’s future with the franchise. They signed him to a four-year, $116 million extension on Tuesday, making him the highest-paid right tackle in NFL history.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / August 4

Reports: Bears, RT Darnell Wright agree on record-breaking deal

The Chicago Bears and right tackle Darnell Wright reached an agreement on a four-year, $116 million extension, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 4

Bears star's historic extension is great news for Caleb Williams

Darnell Wright's record-breaking extension is great news for QB Caleb Williams, Bears' Super Bowl window

Rather than spending big on a wide receiver, the Chicago Bears did something much less flashy: invest in their offensive line.

Bears get tough defensive injury news out of training camp

Bears' Ben Johnson eclipses Lions' Dan Campbell in NFL HC ranking

Maxx Crosby to the Bears is still very possible, NFL insider hints

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Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Darnell Wright Addresses Bears Extension Talks

One month ago, it was reported the Bears hoped to have a Darnell Wright extension in place by the start of training camp. That checkpoint has come and gone, but a long-term deal remains the team’s goal.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

Bears Seeking Extension For RT Darnell Wright

The Bears would like to sign right tackle Darnell Wright to a contract extension by the start of the regular season, general manager Ryan Poles said on Wednesday (via Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times).

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / July 11

Former Tennessee Vols OL Darnell Wright just got some big money help from the NFL, but it comes with a word of warning

The Bears’ star lineman just got a big vote of confidence from execs and coaches around the NFL, and it could pay off handsomely soon. The Chicago Bears have and former Tennessee Vols standout Darnell Wright have yet to reach terms on a contract extension.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / June 25