In Week 8, the Panthers' Thursday night clash with the Packers could indirectly boost Seattle’s playoff chances. Carolina (3-3) battles injury‑ridden offensive line and cornerbacks, while Green Bay (4-4) reels from a 20-17 loss to Detroit. A Packers defeat would reshape the NFC standings, leaving the Seahawks (4-3) ahead of Green Bay and improving their wild‑card safety net if the NFC South winner trails the West champion. The article urges fans to cheer the Panthers and highlights the upcoming Seahawks‑Bears game at 5:15 pm PT on Prime Video.
Patriots return to Sunday action on Nov. 1 in Miami against the Dolphins after a Thursday night debut and a mini‑bye. Pats Pulpit’s Week 8 rooting guide lists who New England fans should cheer in the other 13 games, favoring teams that improve the Patriots’ schedule strength, draft position, or playoff tiebreakers. Picks include Packers, Ravens, Titans, Lions, Colts, Jets, Steelers, Rams, Broncos and several “good game” matchups. The guide also notes the Thursday Panthers‑Packers game and a Monday Bears‑Seahawks showdown. It helps fans track which outcomes could benefit New England’s playoff and draft outlook.
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The Toronto Blue Jays announced eight players entering free agency on October 29, 2026: Shane Bieber, Patrick Corbin, Yimi Garcia, Max Scherzer, Paul Sewald, George Springer, Jameson Taillon, and Luis Urias. Only six clubs have more free agents, with the Braves and Yankees each listing ten names, and the Dodgers, Padres, Cubs, and Diamondbacks each posting nine. The post also notes other departing Jays such as Chris Bassitt and Travis d’Arnaud, while Bo Bichette opts to remain with the Mets via his $42 million option. Fans are invited to suggest which free agents the Jays should pursue.
Bears Bears HC Ben Johnson thinks S Coby Bryant is on track with his rehab from knee surgery and revealed he will start running on land in the near future. Johnson did admit he’s ways away from being able to change direction, and they are going to keep the timeline vague for now. (Courtney Cronin) […]
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Devin Bush was supposed to be finished after Pittsburgh and Seattle. Instead the linebacker is anchoring the middle of the Chicago Bears defense.
With the Seattle Seahawks going up against the Chicago Bears this Sunday, the team will look a bit different after adding top offensive lineman Quenton Nelson from the Indianapolis Colts. As Nelson was traded from the Seahawks to the Colts earlier this week, head coach Mike Macdonald gave his reaction to the deal with a […]
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will draw the full attention of any defense he plays. His ability to escape the pocket and make big plays is unlike most other QBs in the NFL. Now another week removed from his hamstring strain, Williams will be even healthier for the Week 8 Monday Night Football clash against [...]
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The Detroit Red Wings suspend Dylan Larkin without pay after he told the club he will not play for them, pending a trade. General manager Shawn Horcoff confirms the center was scratched against the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 29 and will remain sidelined until a deal materializes. Larkin’s frustration with Detroit’s rebuild and his 10‑team no‑trade clause have sparked rumors linking him to the Canadiens, Wild and other contenders. The team says it won’t accept a low‑ball offer, aiming to protect long‑term assets while the trade market heats up.
The Chicago Bears are set to showcase their newest addition on “Monday Night Football” in Week 8 when they travel to play the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks. The Bears’ trade with the Tennessee Titans for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons got the attention of one player in particular. During his news conference with reporters [...]
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The Chicago Bulls won't need Jalen Smith as a starter when Nic Claxton returns. But he's identified himself as a true offensive option so far this season.
The Chicago Bears have emerged as a potential trade destination for Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert amid injuries and offensive concerns.
The Chicago Bears trade a package—including two first‑round picks—to the Tennessee Titans for All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, marking the season’s largest in‑season trade and the most aggressive move by GM Ryan Poles. Simmons signs through 2030 with a light 2027 cap hit, giving Chicago a premier defensive tackle whose 98.9 PFN DT Impact grade tops the league, outpacing the next best by five points. He posted 4.0 sacks (tied for first), 38 tackles (first), and 17.4 disruption EPA (first), and excels even when double‑teamed. The acquisition bolsters a previously weak interior line, aligning with Dennis Allen’s blitz‑heavy scheme and positioning the Bears as Super Bowl contenders in the open NFC.
With Teuvo Teräväinen playing the point on the power play in Bowen Byram's absence, did the Blackhawks finally get the breakthrough needed moving forward?
The Chicago Bears clear a roster spot by waiving defensive end Jamree Kromah, who was inactive for the first five games and logged two tackles and a tackle for loss in his two appearances. The move precedes the pending trade for All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, which will be finalized after his physical on Friday and includes a 2028 fifth‑round pick for Chicago’s 2027‑28 first‑rounders and a 2027 fourth‑rounder. Additionally, the Bears add former Michigan State cornerback Josh Butler to the practice squad.
Jonathan Taylor steps up as Colts leader! Bears trade 4 Jeffery Simmons! Bears staying in Illinois?
Crain's reports the Bears are close to a deal to stay in Illinois, most likely with a new stadium in Arlington Heights, and lawmakers could vote as soon as November.
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The Bears waived DL Jamree Kromah, opening a 53-man roster spot for Jeffery Simmons, and signed DB Josh Butler to the practice squad.
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The Chicago Bears trade defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Tennessee Titans for Chicago’s 2027 and 2028 first‑round picks plus a 2027 fourth‑rounder, sparking outrage among fans. Simmons, a four‑time Pro Bowler and 2025 first‑team All‑Pro with a career‑high 11 sacks, signs a three‑year, $105.8 million extension, but the two first‑round picks make the deal the most costly defensive‑tackle trade since 1967. Critics compare it to the Myles Garrett deal, calling it an overpay, while a few view the picks as a steal. The trade puts pressure on Simmons and the Bears’ front office to deliver immediate defensive impact.
Bears Week 8 Thursday injury report at Seahawks (estimation): Monangai DNP; D'Marco Jackson and Malik Muhammad limited; T.J. Edwards and Jack Sanborn full.
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Dylan Larkin sits out Thursday’s Detroit vs. Chicago game to pressure the Red Wings into finalizing a trade. The 30‑year‑old center, who filed a trade request in the offseason, withdrew his services until interim GM Shawn Horcoff completes a deal. Agent Pat Brisson says Larkin “has had enough” after months of stalled talks. Trade talks heat up, with the Minnesota Wild leading the chase, while Washington and Carolina also push offers. Larkin will remain unavailable for future games until a trade is done.
The New England Patriots rolled without TreVeyon Henderson for the New York Jets game over a week ago. Fans of the Pats have wondered if coach Mike Vrabel and company would see him fully healthy for the Miami Dolphins showdown. Especially after earning some carries against the Chicago Bears. The running back didn’t practice Thursday, […]
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The Seattle Seahawks slot six‑time All‑Pro Quenton Nelson at left guard for Monday night’s clash with the Chicago Bears, forcing a reshuffle on the line. Coach Mike Macdonald confirms that versatile rookie Grey Zabel will move to right guard, relegating Anthony Bradford—fresh off a return against Kansas City—to a bench role despite his strong recent play. Zabel, who started at right guard at North Dakota State but has never played the position in the NFL, remains a flexible backup, while Bradford stays ready in case injuries arise. The move bolsters Seattle’s depth following the Nelson trade.
For months, the Chicago Bears said Hammond, Indiana, was their only focus. They said it in August, and they kept saying it. But in the NFL, what a team says in public and what it does behind closed doors are rarely the same thing, and a new report suggests that gap may be wider than […]
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Dillon Thieneman leads the Chicago Bears in tackles and never leaves the field. Why the rookie safety belongs in the Defensive Rookie of the Year conversation.