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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
REPORT: NFL Stadium Committee Will Meet With Bears After the NFL Draft

We continue to crawl our way toward substantive news regarding the Chicago Bears’ new stadium. The Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs reports the Bears are set to meet with the NFL’s stadium committee...

What Would It Cost For the Bears to Trade Up in the 2026 NFL Draft?

With a pair of second-round picks in next week’s NFL Draft in their possession, the Chicago Bears are uniquely positioned to swing a trade. But which way should they go? We spent a chunk of the...

Reports: New York Giants Weighing Offers for Dexter Lawrence II

The acronym of “NFL” has been translated as “Not For Long” within the business of football for many years. This is particularly true when it comes to assessing the many trade rumors that fly...

Mocking the Mocks: Here’s what Mel Kiper Jr. has the Chicago Bears doing

ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. dropped his final mock draft before the real deal kicks off next Thursday, and in this one, he’s mocking it a bit differently than his previous drafts. Normally, he mocks it...

Intel: Here’s The Latest Regarding A Possible Dexter Lawrence Bears Trade

The NFL draft isn’t generating much hype this year, likely due in large part to a lack of blue-chip prospects. There isn’t much potential drama for fans to chew on. Thankfully, the league has some...

Mel Kiper’s Two-Round Mock Has the Bears Coming Away Pretty Well

Mel Kiper dropped a two-round mock today, and his three selections for Chicago are worth a look, especially with the draft just a week away and the Bears firmly entrenched as one of the more...

Hmmm: Dexter Lawrence and the Giants Are Reportedly at an “Impasse”

The NFL Draft is 8 days away. And with that in mind, I feel as if we are going to come to a resolution (one way or another) regarding the Dexter Lawrence situation with the New York Giants. In...

Caleb’s Close-Up, Part 5: Performance Under Pressure

This is the 5th in a 6-part series examining Caleb Williams’ 2025 season. Today, we’re going to build off part four by exploring how well Caleb performed when he was pressured. Under Pressure The...

Beware of Lions, Numbers Game, Russini’s Resignation, and Other Bears Bullets

Day 86 of the Chicago Bears offseason. Happy Tax Day! Keep an eye on the Detroit Lions as a trade-up candidate in the 2026 NFL Draft. Lions General Manager Brad Holmes sounds like he will be open...

The Bear’s Den, April 15, 2026

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS NFL stadium committee will meet after the draft for an update on the Bears’ situation NFL owners want to hear more about where things stand with the Bears...

Dexter Lawrence news considered ideal for Chicago Bears amid multiple rumors
Bears quarterback still viewed as trade candidate ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Could another team find value in this quarterback?

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Bears Urged to Leap-Frog the Lions in Risky NFL Draft Day Trade

As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, motivation will be running high as both teams look to solidify their rosters and prove their worth next season. In the spirit of rivalry, ESPN senior writer Bill...

State Rep looks to drum up GOP support to help keep Bears in Illinois

Illinois lawmakers are working to pass a bill that would give the Chicago Bears tax certainty for 20 years at the Arlington Park Racecourse site, while the NFL's stadium committee is looking for...

These Chicago Bears Will Have New Numbers in 2026

The newest members of the Chicago Bears now know what numbers they will wear when they take the field in Week 1. Here is the graphic from the team via Twitter/X: New numbers just dropped ‼️...

Chicago Bears NFL Draft Preview with EJ Snyder

The NFL Draft is almost here, and that means it’s time for an annual Bears Banter tradition! The phenomenal NFL Draft preview with EJ Snyder. EJ, formerly of Windy City Gridiron, now part of...

Bears announce jersey numbers for new additions

The Bears announced jersey numbers for their 2026 offseason additions in a post on X on Tuesday. For the most part, the new jersey numbers announced belonged to players Chicago signed in free...

REPORT: NFL Could Add 18th Game as Soon as 2028

Buzz continues to build around the idea of the NFL adding an 18th game to its schedule. The latest chatter comes from CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones, whose story on the topic notes that an...

Bears’ Chairman George McCaskey issues statement on Dave McGinnis’ passing

Yesterday, long-time NFL coach Dave McGinnis passed away at the age of 74. His first job in the NFL was as the Bears’ linebackers coach from 1986 through 1995, working under head coaches Mike...

Bears announce jersey numbers for new players

The Bears have announced the jersey numbers the players they’ve acquired this offseason will wear.

Spend Your Lunch Break Watching These Ridiculous Caleb Williams Throws

We’ll get back to our 2026 NFL Draft coverage in a moment. But first, let’s spend some time watching a collection of bonkers Caleb Williams throws curated by the gang at NFL Films. Because what...

Former Bears assistant coach Dave McGinnis passes away

Dave McGinnis, who served as Bears linebackers coach from 1986-95 as part of a 44-year coaching career, passed away Monday in Tennessee at age 74.

Top Center Prospect Viewed as a “Perfect Fit” for the Bears

The more I read about Sam Hecht, the more I think about him as an ideal solution to a problem that I wasn’t anticipating needing to solve entering the offseason. Drew Dalman’s surprise retirement...

R.I.P. Dave McGinnis, How the Chargers Could Impact Bears Pick, and Other Tuesday Bullets

Day 85 of the Chicago Bears offseason. The bad news is that I got hit with the 1-2 punch of struggling to fall asleep, followed by an awful night of sleep. But the good news is that today is a new...

2026 NFL Draft: The 5 Best First-Round Fits for the Chicago Bears

With the 2026 NFL Draft less than two weeks away from kicking off, the focus on the final big piece to the roster puzzle is about to come into full focus. While most fans are used to the Chicago...

Road to Canton: How Devin Hester became a Bear

To commemorate the 20-year of the Bears drafting Hall of Fame return specialist Devin Hester, read senior writer Larry Mayer's deep dive on the process that led to the University of Miami star...

The Bear’s Den, April 14, 2026

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Bears 2025 Draft Pick with Most to Prove this Season: DL Shemar Turner Turner is one of several with things to prove. Bears 2026 Three-Round NFL Mock Draft:...

Monday, April 13, 2026
George McCaskey Isn’t Worried About Complacency Setting in Under Ben Johnson

Chicago Bears Chairman George McCaskey doesn’t believe complacency will set in under Head Coach Ben Johnson. I sure hope he is right. History suggests that complacency has long been one of the...

NFC North Notes: Ragnow, Bears, Packers

The Lions continued their practice of recouping money from retired players’ signing bonuses by asking for some of Frank Ragnow‘s. The former Pro Bowl center is believed to have paid back part of...

Potential Bears 2026 NFL Draft Fits Among Sleepers and Prospects on the Rise

The 2026 NFL Draft is just 10 days away. And while we have spent a healthy amount of time discussing obvious candidates for the Chicago Bears, I’m ready to dig into some potential sleepers and...

Speedy Ole Miss WR De’Zhaun Stribling Set to Visit the Chicago Bears

When it comes to the 2026 NFL Draft, our focus for the Chicago Bears’ fits has mainly been in the trenches. On the defensive side of the ball, edge rushers and interior defenders have our...

2026 NFL Draft 1st Round Locks, Caleb Williams’ Play Action Success, and Other Bears Bullets

Day 84 of the Chicago Bears offseason. A weather-related thought: I’m willing to trade overnight rain for more comfortable temperatures during the day. The 2026 NFL Draft is in 10 days, and I am...

Around the NFL: Inside Jon Gruden’s Second Run with the Raiders, NFL Wins Collusion Appeal, More

Las Vegas is buzzing. Fernando Mendoza is likely weeks away from becoming a Raider. Tom Brady is in the building. Klint Kubiak arrives fresh off a Super Bowl run. The future looks bright, and...

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Chicago Bears NFL draft prospects with The Athletic's Dane Brugler

The Chicago Bears are in a unique draft position this year, with the potential to select from a variety of positions with their pick at No. 25, and should consider taking the best player...

Bears Insider Puts a New Edge Prospect on Our Radar as a Potential 1st Round Target

Keldric Faulk is a new-ish name for us to watch as a possible Chicago Bears target in the first round of the upcoming NFL Draft. The 2026 NFL Draft is 12 days away. And while it will be tougher to...

More Lawrence Rumors, Turner’s Future Role, Amazon Wants the Super Bowl, and Other Bears Bullets

Day 83 of the Chicago Bears offseason. It is impossible for me not to think about this whenever I see the No. 83 on my screen: Today feels like a good day to empty the notebook and share some...

Thursday, April 9, 2026
Who analysts think Bears will draft at No. 25

With the NFL Draft just two weeks away, we reviewed recently updated mock drafts to see who pro football analysts are projecting the Bears will select with the 25th pick in the first round.

Bears QB Caleb Williams Receives Heavy Praise From Rival Defender

Former Kansas City Chiefs defensive and new Washington Commander Charles Omenihu heaped praise on the Windy City signal-caller in a recent appearance on the Speakeasy podcast. When listing his top...

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Joe Thuney to be inducted into NC State's Ring of Honor

Bears All-Pro left guard Joe Thuney will be inducted into the North Carolina State Football Ring of Honor sometime this season, the university announced this week.

Chicago Bears Receive a Definitive Myles Garrett Trade Update

With the Chicago Bears' well-documented active pursuit of All-Pro edge rusher Maxx Crosby deflating, it was inevitable that rumors would start to fly about potentially trading for other star pass...

Bears' resurgence fueled by communication, continuity

At last week’s owners meetings in Arizona, there was a buzz about the Bears’ magical 2025 season and the likelihood they will continue to ascend.

Fun facts about No. 25 pick in NFL Draft

With the Bears holding the No. 25 pick in the NFL Draft, senior writer Larry Mayer unearths some fun facts about that slot.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Bears’ Ben Johnson Challenges QB Caleb Williams With Lofty Passing Goal for 2026

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is coming off a record-setting season. In his second year as the lead signal caller, he broke the Bears' single-season passing yards record while leading...

Beloved Chicago Bears Legend Diagnosed With CTE One Year After His Passing

Steve McMichael, a Hall of Fame defensive tackle who spent most of his career playing for the Chicago Bears, passed away last year at the age of 67, and now, one year later, he has been diagnosed...

Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael had CTE, researchers say. He died in 2025 after fighting ALS

BOSTON (AP) — Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy,...

Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael had CTE, researchers say 1 year after his death

Hall of Famer Steve McMichael, a key member of the dominating defense that helped the 1985 Chicago Bears win the Super Bowl, has been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the...

Monday, April 6, 2026
Miami CB Keionte Scott Visits Texans, Bears, Dolphins

With most NFL defenses now using nickel personnel for a majority of their snaps, slot cornerback has essentially become a starting position. That bodes well for Miami’s Keionte Scott, who recently...

Bears Named ‘Potential Suitor’ For 16-TD Speedy Tennessee Wide Receiver

The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner has the Bears adding another receiving weapon for quarterback Caleb Williams in his latest mock draft. The post Bears Named ‘Potential Suitor’ For 16-TD Speedy...

Saturday, April 4, 2026
NFL Injury Updates: Trapilo, Horton, Hunter

Things were looking up for the Bears as they finished the season with a winning record for the first time since 2018, made the playoffs for the first time since 2020, and won a playoff game for...

The Vikings Could Pursue a Unique GM Candidate After Bizarre NFL Ruling

After firing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the Minnesota Vikings will begin their search for a new general manager once the NFL Draft wraps up. Interim GM Rob Brzezinski could be the initial favorite, but...

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