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Bears trade deadline big board: Ryan Poles' top targets after Jeffery Simmons deal
We rank our top select trade candidates for Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears, ahead of the deadline, and after the recent Jeffery Simmons acquisition.
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Caleb Williams on growing as a quarterback, comfort level in offense | Press Conference
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Bears turn the page to the Buccaneers | Take The North, Ep. 553
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Why this Bears team is picking up steam and a force to be reckoned with | Toyota Talks
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James Palmer shares what NFL executives had to say about Bears’ addition of Jeffery Simmons
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Ben Johnson on passing game clicking | Press Conference
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Jeffery Simmons Is a GAME WRECKER! Jurko Breaks Down His Impact on the Bears
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Clay Harbor breaks down Bears' win over Seahawks, praises Jeffery Simmons' impact | Rahimi & Grote
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Chicago Bears | 2026 Week 9 Game Preview
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Stacey Dales talks Caleb Williams' rise, looks ahead to Bears-Buccaneers matchup | Haugh & Payton
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Dan Wiederer: Impressive win over Seahawks opens up a world of possibilities for Bears' season
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DYNASTY BLUEPRINT: Construction of 2026 Bears feels similar to the 2019 Super Bowl champion Chiefs
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Ben Johnson reviews the tape after Week 8 victory | Bears, etc. Podcast
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- Bears QB Caleb Williams is once again the talk of the NFL, but he's controlling the conversation now In the roaring sea of fans at Lumen Field on Monday night before the Bears ’ game against the Seahawks, quarterback Caleb Williams focused in on a single speck in the crowd. As he huddled briefly with teammates during pre-game warmups, he saw a Seattle fan staring directly at… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bears coach Ben Johnson has mastered the art of turning the page If all things were equal, the Bears ’ first team meeting of each week would feel the same after a win as it did after a loss. Corrections would be made with impersonal precision. That’s not the case, though, inside Halas Hall or anywhere else. But Ben Johnson can try. “We try… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bears Over Beers: Big Jeff and Bears Prepare For Prime Time vs. Bucs Welcome to the latest episode of Bears Over Beers! This week, join our hosts Ryan Droste and Bryan Orenchuk as they catch up once again and get ready for the latest Bears game of the regular season! The Chicago Bears get ready for another huge prime time game this week as the… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
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5 things we learned from Bears coach Ben Johnson
Coach Ben Johnson spoke to the media Wednesday about the passing game performing at a high level, Jeffery Simmons’ impact and more.
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Virginia Halas McCaskey among 5 Hall of Fame nominees in Contributor category
The late Virginia Halas McCaskey is among five individuals in the Contributor category eligible for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of its Class of 2027.
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- Reviewing the Bears’ PFN grades from Week 8 vs. Seahawks The Bears made an impact in primetime on Monday night, decisively beating the Seahawks 34-17 to improve their record to 6-2 for the 2026-27 NFL season. It was a convincing win which saw Chicago excel on both sides of the ball, limiting the Seahawks’ offense and gashing apart… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
- Bears report: DT Kentavius Street goes on injured reserve Here's what happened Wednesday at Halas Hall: Theo down, Braxton out Starting left tackle Theo Benedet was listed as out on Wednesday’s estimated injury report with a shoulder problem. If he’s unable to play, the Bears will turn to Ozzy Trapilo on Sunday night against the… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- UPDATED: Chicago Bears 16-Man Practice Squad The Chicago Bears have a 16-man practice squad, but the list will be fluid, and we’ll update it throughout the year. UPDATE (11/4): The Bears signed TE Stephen Carlson to the active roster and signed DE Earnest Brown IV to the practice squad. Practice squad injured: Anthony… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
- Updated: Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster for 2026 Here is the Chicago Bears 53-man roster for the 2026 season, which we’ll update as transactions are made. 11/4 UPDATES: The Bears placed DT Kentavius Street on IR and signed TE Stephen Carlson to the 53-man roster. Head coach Ben Johnson said Steet is likely out for the… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
- NFL Trade Deadline Rumors: Bears checking on cornerbacks The Chicago Bears made the biggest splash ahead of the 2026 trade deadline when they acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, but they may not be done. In a recent ESPN article, Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano shared the latest intel and… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
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Roster Moves: Chicago Bears place Kentavius Street on IR
The Bears on Wednesday placed defensive lineman Kentavius Street on Reserve/Injured, signed tight end Stephen Carlson to the active roster and signed defensive lineman Earnest Brown IV to the practice squad.
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- Super Bowl or bust for the Bears? They're crossing the Rubicon — and there's no turning back Three things I think I know about the 6-2 Bears , who, after a 34-17 win in Seattle , just might be the most buzzed-about team in the NFL: 1. They’ve crossed the Rubicon: The fun of last year’s ascent to a division title and the playoffs is far behind them. Concerns about… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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Braxton Jones' season-ending injury leaves nothing standing in Theo Benedet's way
The Chicago Bears learned that left tackle Braxton Jones is done for the 2026 season. That leaves the door open for a surprisingly good Theo Benedet.
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- 3 Reasons Why the Chicago Bears Won vs. the Seahawks In front of a national audience, once again, the Chicago Bears defeated a conference champion. This time in the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. Considering the Bears are on the verge of a certain level of success the franchise hasn’t experienced in decades… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
- Bears Lose OT Braxton Jones for the Year The Chicago Bears received some unfortunate news on Wednesday, as offensive tackle Braxton Jones will miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season. Jones underwent surgery on his right knee, officially ending any hopes of a return this season. Jones originally suffered the… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
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Bears free agent check-in: Tyrique Stevenson on thin ice, Kalif Raymond steps up
At the relative halfway point of the season, let's check in some Chicago Bears' players who are headed for free agency in 2027.
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Fast Facts: James Lynch
Defensive tackle James Lynch, who recorded his first NFL interception during Monday night's win in Seattle, talks with ChicagoBears.com about his memories playing high school football in Texas, who his MLB comp would be, what his hidden talent is and more.
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- Late Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey a contributor finalist for Hall of Fame Late Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey is one of five contributors who have advanced for a Pro Football Hall of Fame vote. The list of five contributor finalists was whittled down from 42 nominees, the Hall said in a release Wednesday. The contributor subcommittee will meet… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- 5 Bears Takes: A Blockbuster, a Blowout, and Trade Deadline Thoughts It may have been 10 days since the Chicago Bears last played a game. Still, the front office kept things interesting on Thursday when they executed a blockbuster deal to bring All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to Chicago ahead of next week’s trade deadline. With the… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
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Bears' patience for an Austin Booker breakout season has quietly paid off
Chicago Bears defensive end Austin Booker is finally becoming the defender the franchise was hoping he would be and showed that in Week 8.
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Bears Week 8 aftermath: Caleb Williams, Jeffery Simmons, Rome Odunze and more
A couple of days removed from the Chicago Bears' huge win over the Seattle Seahawks, we dive even further into some key takeaways going forward.
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- Chicago Bears Pass Protection Analysis on the Sack Allowed vs Seahawks In the first two games since Caleb Williams returned, the Chicago Bears’ pass protection allowed 4 sacks to the Atlanta Falcons and then 3 to the New England Patriots. It’s not bad, and in context, I thought the pass protection was solid in each game, but it was still a much… Windy City Gridiron (SB Nation) ·
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Bears just got another reason to drive up a Tyson Bagent trade price
After the latest quarterback injury news, it feels inevitable that the Chicago Bears could get an even better draft pick from trading Tyson Bagent away.
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How to watch, listen to, stream Bears-Buccaneers Sunday Night Football Week 9 game
Here's where to watch, listen to and stream the Bears' Week 9 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which kicks off at 7:20 p.m. CT Sunday, Nov. 8 at Soldier Field.
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Ben Johnson's call of the week: Bears HC puts new twist on a classic vs. Seahawks
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson dialed up a big completion to Luther Burden III against the Seattle Seahawks, and it was good enough for our call of the week.
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Jeffery Simmons stymies QB Sam Darnold, Seahawks in Bears debut
New Bears DT Jeffery Simmons had a sack, six tackles and deflected a pass as Chicago won its third straight Monday, and he also earned a game ball.
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5 Tyrique Stevenson replacements Bears can still draft after Jeffery Simmons trade
The Chicago Bears can still pick a Tyrique Stevenson replacement in the 2027 NFL Draft after the Jeffery Simmons trade.
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- 'Jefe' takes charge: DT Jeffery Simmons embraces role, responsibility as new boss of Bears' defense SEATTLE — Bears players couldn’t stop talking about defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons after his dominant debut Monday night in their 34-17 win over the Seahawks . Offense or defense, it didn’t matter. Everyone had something to say. They were already happy after he arrived by… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- How Bears QB Caleb Williams mastered 'elaborate game plan' vs. Seahawks SEATTLE — Quarterback Caleb Williams reveled in what felt like the most impactful victory of the Ben Johnson coaching era Monday night by looking into a swath of Bears fans at Lumen Field screaming his name. He told ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt that when he was drafted by the Bears,… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- U.S. Army rep: Helicopters not hit by fireworks during Bears-Seahawks flyover (VIDEO) SEATTLE — Videos of Black Hawk helicopters flying over Lumen Field on Monday before the Bears ’ game against the Seahawks caused alarm because of what looked like a close call between the aircraft and stadium fireworks, but a representative from the U.S. Army said there was… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bills release former Bears CB C.J. Gardner-Johnson The Bills released former Bears cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Tuesday after he served a one-game suspension for spitting toward Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. Before then, Gardner-Johnson had started all six games for the Bills. The Bears signed him last year with their… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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Ian Rapoport doubles down on Bears rumors: 'I do not believe Ryan Poles is done'
NFL insider Ian Rapoport shares how Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles might not stop at the Jeffery Simmons trade before the deadline.
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- Bears RB D'Andre Swift gets 'hard yards' — and three TDs — against Seahawks SEATTLE — Halfway across the country Monday, Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu was telling reporters in Minneapolis that he likes to drive to the basket the way a running back carries the ball. The former Bull, a lifelong Bears fan who was born in Chicago, then was asked if he… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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By the Numbers: Bears' Week 8 win over Seahawks
Here are some notable numbers and stats from the Bears’ 34-17 victory over the Seahawks Monday night in Seattle.
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NFC North Week 8 power rankings: Bears make a statement as Vikings finally fall
The Chicago Bears are bearing down on the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North after a busy Week 8 slate.
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Rome Odunze reintroduced himself on the Bears' biggest stage of the season
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze came through in a big way for the team in their Week 8 win over the Seattle Seahawks, with several highlight plays.
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▶ Seahawks' offensive line struggles
Brady Henderson breaks down the Seahawks' loss to the Bears on MNF.
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▶ Stephen A.: Right now, the Bears look like the NFL's best team
Stephen A.: Right now, the Bears look like the NFL's best team
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Caleb Williams' subtle leadership moment vs. Seahawks was easy to miss
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams did something on Monday night that might've been easy to miss, but highlighted his leadership even more.
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Ben Johnson's 4-word summary of Jeffery Simmons' debut said it all
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson summed up Jeffery Simmons' debut perfectly after the team's win on Monday Night Football.
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Bears' Caleb Williams dims cleat controversy with all-black custom pair
Caleb Williams wore all-black Caddix cleats after being fined by the NFL for wearing cleats with an "unauthorized logo" in weeks 6 and 7.
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Bears are now a Nahshon Wright trade away from a Super Bowl
The Chicago Bears are on the verge of being a Super Bowl champion team after their Week 8 win, but trading for Nahshon Wright would solidify it.
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▶ Are the Bears the best team in the NFL?
Are the Bears the best team in the NFL?
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Cleats, controversy and the choice of Bears QB Caleb Williams
Williams wore Caddix cleats Monday night in Seattle, but the logo was not visible as he tries to 'calm things down.'
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Jeffery Simmons proved he was worth the price after just one game with Bears
Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made his debut with the Chicago Bears in Week 8 against the Seattle Seahawks. Simmons proved that he was worth the cost.
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- Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh says he doesn’t want to trade ex-Bears DE Khalil Mack The possibility of bringing back star defensive end Khalil Mack is intriguing for the Bears heading toward the Nov. 10 trade deadline, but the Chargers haven’t shown an inclination to unload him despite their 0-7 start. When asked Monday whether Mack got any say in whether… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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7 winners (and 2 losers) from Bears' dominant MNF win over Seahawks
There were plenty of winners for the Chicago Bears after beating the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on the road and on Monday Night Football.
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Jeffery Simmons wreaks havoc in Bears debut
Disrupter. Spark plug. Absolute freak of nature. Big force up front. Special player. Game-changer. There was no shortage of words teammates used to describe the immediate impact All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made on the Bears defense in Monday night's win over the…
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- New DT Jeffery Simmons' Bears debut was everything both sides dreamed of in 34-17 win over Seahawks SEATTLE — The Bears got everything they wanted from new defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in his debut, and vice versa. Simmons led the team with six tackles, including a first-quarter sack and another tackle for loss, as well as loosening up the line of scrimmage for his… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Halas Intrigue podcast: Bears dominate Seahawks Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears' 34-17 win over the Super Bowl champions. New episodes of “Halas Intrigue” will be published regularly with accompanying stories collected on the podcast’s hub page . You can also listen to “Halas Intrigue” wherever you get… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bears QB Caleb Williams: 'I want to make these fans extremely proud' SEATTLE — Caleb Williams climbed into a chair on the "SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt" on the turf at Lumen Field and looked into the fans left in the stands. They were mostly Bears fans — and they were going nuts after the team's 34-17 win Monday against the defending Super… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bears are big dogs after taking bite out of Seahawks, but Jeffery Simmons story still has to play out If you want to run with the big dogs, you go to Seattle, line up across from the defending Super Bowl champions and take your chances in front of a “Monday Night Football” audience. So what if the Seahawks came in with the best all-time winning percentage in prime time of any… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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Jeffery Simmons, Bears' defense handle Seahawks
Caleb Williams and Jeffery Simmons had the Bears controlling both sides of the ball on MNF.
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- Bears prove they belong among NFC's elite with decisive 34-17 win vs. defending champs SEATTLE — The Bears declared their Super Bowl intentions to the rest of the NFL last week. On Monday night, they backed them up. With every grinding, physical offensive possession and bone-jarring tackle — and, yes, even a blocked field goal — they showed they deserve to be… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
- Bears notebook: Caleb Williams wears logo-less Caddix cleats in 34-17 win vs. Seahawks to 'calm things down' SEATTLE — Bears quarterback Caleb Williams relented in his confrontation with the NFL over his cleats by wearing an all-black, logo-less pair Monday against the Seahawks. The league fined Williams a total of $35,823 for wearing Caddix cleats with a noticeable logo in recent… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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Game Recap: Bears make statement with impressive prime-time win in Seattle
Over the first half of this season, the reigning NFC North champions have repeatedly shown resiliency and overcome adversity. That was the case again Monday night in a decisive 34-17 victory over the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks at Lumen Field.
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- Bears' grades are in. How did they do against the Seahawks? Bears 34, Seahawks 17 . Eyes opened everywhere. Super Bowl thoughts rattling around the heads of Bears fans everywhere. Is it 1985 all over again? Holy cow, that was impressive. Let's get to the grades: QUARTERBACK — A Seventeen plays. Eighty yards. Eight and a half minutes.… Chicago Sun-Times Bears ·
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9 instant reactions to the Bears' statement win over Seahawks on MNF
After the Chicago Bears took down the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on the road, we have some immediate reactions.
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