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Amid the excitement of the 2025 NFL season kicking off, Caleb Williams recently found unexpected support from a division rival. Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown publicly defended Williams against the constant criticism that has followed him since entering the league. On his podcast, St. Brown didn’t hold back when describing the pressure surrounding […]

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell has identified the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears as two of the league’s top turnaround candidates. In his latest playoff forecast, published Wednesday, Barnwell projected both teams to return to the postseason after disappointing 2024 campaigns. Barnwell picked the 49ers to win the NFC West, […]

The Chicago Bears have received plenty of hype ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Chicago was labeled the league’s most improved team back in March, and it is easy to understand why. They added a great head coach in Ben Johnson and overhauled their offensive line. But Johnson’s new no-nonsense culture could be the biggest […]

Caleb Williams has heard just about every criticism possible in his short time as quarterback of the Chicago Bears. Some call him flashy. Others label him polarizing. And plenty seem eager to see him fail. Williams brushes off most of it. He laughs at jokes about his painted nails. He shrugs off exaggerated takes on […]

With the 2025 NFL season coming soon, there’s almost no room for teams to make major changes. There are some exceptions, of course: the Green Bay Packers’ trade for Micah Parsons is proof of that. That being said, most of the moves that teams will do at this point are just minor moves to chip […]

Contrary to his surname, wide receiver Luther Burden III seeks to lighten the load for some of the Chicago Bears as he enters his rookie season. Drafted as the 39th overall pick out of Missouri, Burden’s role remains unclear before their Week 1 assignment against the Minnesota Vikings on Monday. But so far, he is […]

As former second-round pick Isaiah Foskey continues searching for a new opportunity in the NFL, the Chicago Bears are now set to host the former New Orleans Saints defensive end for an important workout after he was recently released during final roster cuts. Foskey also reportedly has another visit already scheduled with the Philadelphia Eagles […]

The hopes for the Chicago Bears are riding on the shoulders of Caleb Williams. He understands full well the pressure he’s under, going as far as yelling to himself in the car to get psyched up.  As the Bears prepare for their start to the season following Monday against the Minnesota Vikings, questions arise. They […]

Just days away from the official start of the new NFL season, the Chicago Bears enter Week 1 with uncertainty surrounding one of their most important defensive players. All-Pro cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who was sidelined during training camp, finally spoke this week and provided a significant update on his status. Johnson revealed that he has […]

Football season is finally back. The 2025 NFL season kicks off in just a few days when the Eagles and Cowboys face off on Thursday Night Football. Now is the perfect time for think pieces about the NFL as fans begin locking in ahead of the new season. That’s exactly what The Athletic’s Zak Keefer […]

The Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears meet in the opening Monday Night Football game of the season and both teams have undergone major changes since the end of last season. The Vikings had a memorable 2024 season, finishing with a 14-3 record and the most wins of any team that did not win a […]

Ben Johnson is here to change the Chicago Bears’ culture. Long considered one of the most downtrodden franchises in the NFL, the Johnson hiring is expected to bring forth a new air around the team. The hope is that the former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator brings some of his magic from Mo-Town to the Windy […]

Caleb Williams is going the extra mile to excel in new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s offense. Johnson, who was hired by the Bears in January after three highly successful seasons as the Detroit Lions’ offensive coordinator, has been tasked with tutoring Williams, the 2024 No. 1 overall selection. Williams, despite being the consensus […]

The Chicago Bears are ready to make a big splash during the 2025 NFL season. Chicago had an incredible offseason after hiring Ben Johnson at head coach and overhauling the roster. The hope is that all of these changes will have a positive impact on Bears QB Caleb Williams. Williams admitted in a recent interview […]

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler has officially been sentenced after a 2024 arrest in Tennessee for driving while intoxicated, Yahoo reports. On Tuesday, the 42-year-old entered a guilty plea in a Franklin courtroom, a move that will send him to the Williamson County Jail for four days starting September 29. Along with the jail […]

The Chicago Bears could be one of the 2025 season’s most intriguing squads as the regular season approaches. One insider recently suggested that rookie tight end Colston Loveland may play a pivotal role in the team’s offensive attack. Loveland’s athleticism and connection with Bears quarterback Caleb Williams may help him experience an impactful rookie campaign. […]

The Chicago Bears had a busy offseason that saw them bring in tons of talent. The hope is that it will result in a sizable improvement to their record and even a potential playoff push. A year after drafting Caleb Williams, the Bears gave him more protection and offensive weapons. The team brought in Joe […]

The Chicago Bears revamped their roster ahead of last season, drafting Caleb Williams first overall and pairing him with wideout Rome Odunze. It didn’t translate into wins, as the team finished 5-12, but expectations are much higher in 2025 with Ben Johnson now at the helm. After turning Detroit into one of the NFL’s most […]

The Chicago Bears recently signed backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to a new contract after his stellar play during Chicago’s preseason. Bagent joins Case Keenum as backups to starter Caleb Williams, who is hoping for a strong second year to his NFL career. Some fans were wondering if the Bears would indeed keep both Keenum and […]

The Chicago Bears are gearing up for the 2025-26 regular season, and the franchise hopes to turn things around with Ben Johnson as head coach. However, there have been some injury concerns regarding cornerback Jaylon Johnson and his availability come Week 1. On Tuesday, Johnson received some good news regarding his situation. Reports indicate that […]

Drafting wide receivers has become the single most important decision in fantasy football. With the modern game leaning pass-heavy, the top wideouts often decide who contends and who collapses in your league. However, that also means the cost of missing on a receiver is brutal. A bust at the position can sink your season faster […]

The Chicago Bears loaded up on offensive linemen and weapons for quarterback Caleb Williams to get the ball to in the offseason. Now, with the addition of Ben Johnson as their coach, Chicago is expected to take a massive leap forward. They could even be one of the surprise contenders in the NFL this season. […]

Unlike many teams around the league, the Chicago Bears have yet to make any significant cuts from their 2025 preseason roster. With final rosters due on Aug. 26, general manager Ryan Poles is coming down to the wire with Ben Johnson’s first team as head coach. The Bears were one of the busiest teams early […]

The Chicago Bears are among the many teams currently making last-minute roster cuts and additions as they prepare to finalize their 53-man roster. The Bears’ preseason recently concluded with a 29-27 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on the road on Friday. On Sunday, the Bears continued to trim down their roster with another cut […]

The Chicago Bears had a bit of a rough end to their preseason schedule. For their final game against the Kansas City Chiefs, new head coach Ben Johnson had his offensive starters start for the first few drives. Instead of an easy stomp against the KC backups, Caleb Williams and the offense struggled a bit […]

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent closed out a 29-27 win against the Kansas City Chiefs with a walk-off game-winning touchdown that erased a 17-point deficit on Friday. After Bagent signed a two-year, $10 million extension with the Bears, he led them to a thrilling victory in Chicago’s preseason finale. Bagent played the entire second […]

The Chicago Bears head into 2025 with more optimism than they’ve enjoyed in years. Caleb Williams showed enough flashes as a rookie to give fans hope that he can develop into the franchise quarterback the city has long craved. General manager Ryan Poles has spent three straight offseasons loading the offense with talent. Of course, […]

D’Andre Swift had a remarkable highlight in the Chicago Bears’ preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs. As a result, it caused many reactions from fans on social media. Swift has been with the Bears since 2024, entering his second season with the franchise. He had previous stints with the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles, […]

As part of his Caleb Cares Foundation, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams treated a group of educators to a recent game at Soldier Field. Before Williams closes out the preseason in Friday’s finale against the Kansas City Chiefs, he invited a group of teachers to Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills ahead of the upcoming […]

Amid a 38-0 shutout victory agianst the Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson got a taste of what how the crowd at Chicago Bears stadium reacts when they don’t like what they’re seeing, even in a preseason game. It’s a different environment for Johnson and his players. Wide receivers DJ Moore and Rome […]

USC football legend Matt Leinart is very high on fellow ex-Trojans star Caleb Williams as he enters his second season with the Chicago Bears. As the 2024 No. 1 overall pick prepares for Year 2 with an offensive guru in new head coach Ben Johnson at the helm, there will be heightened expectations. Williams showed […]

The Chicago Bears and Kansas City Chiefs are two of the most intriguing teams heading into the 2025 NFL season. The Bears had an incredible offseason highlighted by the additions of a number of players, including elite prospect pass catchers Luther Burden and Colston Loveland, as well as a number of offensive linemen. The Chiefs […]

After the Chicago Bears’ backup quarterback Tyson Bagent signed a two-year, $10 million contract extension, cementing his near future in the NFL, it drove him to tears amid his press conference. With incentives, Bagent’s new deal could reach up to $16 million. It’s the kind of generational wealth that’s changed his and his family’s lives, […]

The Chicago Bears are hoping for a healthy and productive 2025 season out of their defense, which was solid last year but also had some rough stretches. One particular area of concern for the Bears was the play of their defensive backfield, which recently took an injury blow when cornerback Terell Smith went down with […]

The Chicago Bears reached an agreement on a new contract extension on Wednesday with a quarterback not named Caleb Williams. It’s a move that locks up the team’s backup quarterback role, giving the roster stability for the next few years. Reports indicate that Tyson Bagent, who is 25 years old, signed a two-year, $10 million […]

On Wednesday, the Chicago Bears helped solidify their quarterback room by signing backup Tyson Bagent to a two-year deal that will take him through the 2027 season. Bagent has started for the Bears before but saw Caleb Williams take that designation last year amid what was a bit of a turbulent rookie season. Later on […]

The Chicago Bears are about to enter a new era under head coach Ben Johnson. Chicago has big expectations for Johnson’s first season, especially after overhauling the roster this offseason. It appears that Johnson is already winning over the locker room. Bears receivers DJ Moore and Rome Odunze spoke with Kay Adams on Wednesday ahead […]

Chicago Bears insider Brad Biggs does not believe the team will pursue a trade for Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr., despite speculation linking him to Chicago. Robinson, who has rushed for 2,329 yards and 15 touchdowns in his first three seasons, is reportedly available as Washington reshapes its backfield. At 6-foot-1 and 221 […]

The Chicago Bears are quickly learning they may have landed a difference-maker in rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III. On a recent episode of Up and Adams, Bears wideouts Rome Odunze and DJ Moore spoke glowingly about Burden’s early performances. Odunze said Burden’s natural ability has already stood out. “I would say it’s his comfortability […]