After a dominant road win over the Seattle Seahawks, the Chicago Bears debut former Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who sacks the QB on his first snap. Despite the recent blockbuster trade, NFL insider Ian Rapoport says Chicago is still eyeing Khalil Mack, though Chargers GM Joe Hortiz shows no interest in moving the veteran pass‑rusher. A Mack deal would reunite him with Chicago and boost an already strong defense as the Bears gear up for a Sunday home game against Tampa Bay.
The Seattle Mariners have appointed former Astros hitting coach and ex‑high‑school physics/chemistry teacher Jason Kanzler as their new manager. Kanzler, a 2013 20th‑round pick who played in the minors, moved into coaching after teaching at Katy High School, served as the Astros’ hitting coach in 2022‑23, and was hired by the Cubs as farm director after the 2023 season. At 33, he becomes MLB’s second‑youngest manager behind Nationals boss Blake Butera, who turned 34 in August. The hire highlights Kanzler’s unique blend of teaching experience and major‑league coaching pedigree.
Tom Brady praises the Chicago Bears’ new coach‑quarterback combo, calling Caleb Williams the perfect fit for Ben Johnson’s unconventional offense. After the Bears’ 34‑17 win over the Seattle Seahawks—Williams tossed 247 yards and a TD, D’Andre Swift added three rushing scores, and Luther Burden caught a TD—Brady highlighted the unit’s versatility, from trick plays to varied run schemes that left Seattle scrambling. He noted the speed of Williams and Burden and the power of Swift as key factors. Chicago now eyes a fourth straight victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
Seattle Mariners hire Cubs executive Jason Kanzler, 36, as new manager with no managerial experience. Replaces Dan Wilson after disappointing 2026 season.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold, a Super Bowl champion, is under fire after a dismal performance in a 28‑20 loss to the Chicago Bears. The article highlights his 1:1 touchdown‑to‑interception ratio over his last 16 starts, sub‑6.0 ANY/A, and a 14‑of‑39 pressure rate that produced just 1 completion for 13 yards and an interception. While the Seahawks sit at 4‑4, Darnold’s play—especially on ill‑designed 2nd‑and‑1 attempts—has directly contributed to three of four defeats. The piece argues the issue isn’t solely his talent but a lack of play‑calling, protection, and play‑action support, leaving head coach John Schneider with a tough decision on Darnold’s future before his 2027 contract expires.
Gridiron Experts’ Week 9 waiver wire list highlights streaming and depth options across key positions. Quarterbacks: J.J. McCarthy (Giants) earns a Superflex stream after a solid 20‑28‑252 debut and a favorable matchup at Philadelphia, while Gardner Minshew (Cardinals) becomes a starter but faces a tough Seattle test. Running backs: Mike Washington Jr. (Raiders) offers 25‑carry volume against the 49ers; Tyler Allgeier (Cardinals) provides big‑play upside if injuries persist; Kenneth Gainwell (Buccaneers) posts back‑to‑back 140‑yard games but meets a strong Bears run defense. Wide receivers: Makai Lemon (Eagles) delivers consistent PPR floor despite potential target drop with DeVonta Smith’s return, and rookie Jordyn Tyson (Saints) is a stash pending practice clearance. The piece flags each player’s role, matchup and fantasy value for Week 9.
The Seattle Mariners have appointed Jason Kanzler as their new manager, despite his lack of head‑coaching experience. Kanzler, who coached the Astros in 2022‑23 and served as the Cubs' director of player development, beat former Astros manager Joe Espada and other candidates. Mariners president Jerry Dipoto praised his mindset, communication skills, and intensity, while GM Justin Hollander highlighted Kanzler's elite leadership and ability to connect with players. The hire follows a 76‑86 season that left Seattle third in the AL West, and the organization hopes Kanzler can unlock the roster’s talent and return to the postseason.
After Jeffery Simmons’ trade (giving up two first‑rounders and a fourth‑rounder) sparked a 34‑17 win over Seattle, the Bears face a "Super Bowl or bust" deadline for GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson. ESPN’s Ian Rapoport says Chicago still needs secondary help and another edge rusher. While a deal for Khalil Mack looks unlikely as the Chargers’ GM likes his locker‑room impact, the Bears may target former rookie Nahshon Wright from the Jets, who logged 10 turnovers last season but sees limited play this year.
Even though the Chicago Bears dominated the Seattle Seahawks, Ben Johnson's offense clearly misses bruising running back Kyle Monangai in the worst way.
Pittsburgh’s beat writer argues that despite a disappointing outing on Sunday—the worst of DK Metcalf’s season—the Steelers remain fully committed to keeping the receiver for next year. He notes the offense’s overall progress but highlights the missing piece of consistency at receiver, and addresses the growing criticism Metcalf faces in the media.
After the Chicago Bears' 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks, quarterback Caleb Williams likened Chicago’s fan loyalty to the city’s six‑title Bulls era, sparking analyst Chris Canty’s rebuke on ESPN’s First Take. Canty called Williams “goofy” for the Michael Jordan comparison, prompting a backlash from Bears supporters on X, who accused the analyst of twisting words. The feud highlights the tension between football pride and Chicago’s broader sports legacy as the Bears gear up for a Week 9 clash with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
In Week 8, the Chicago Bears clinch a win over Seattle as rookie quarterback Caleb Williams exits the game, while the Ravens’ season spirals after Lamar Jackson suffers a season‑ending thumb injury. The article also defends a crucial Chiefs false‑start call, praises defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons’ impact for Chicago, and slams Troy Aikman’s commentary on the Bears. It highlights the Packers’ controversy over Josh Jacobs, Baker Mayfield’s rare three‑pass, 0‑completion performance in Tampa, and notes divisional trash‑talk fallout for Jared Verse. Finally, the piece critiques the Dallas Cowboys’ hire of Brian Schottenheimer and predicts lingering Super Bowl drought for Jerry Jones.
The San Francisco 49ers currently hold the No. 1 seed in the NFC but with how good the Bears looked against the Seahawks, they now pose the biggest threat.
Mike Florio of NBC Sports now ranks Chicago rookie quarterback Caleb Williams among the NFL’s top four QBs—alongside Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow—after Williams led the Bears to a dominant road win over the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night. Despite an early‑season hamstring setback, Williams delivered another elite performance against a premier defense, prompting Florio to predict MVP consideration if Chicago maintains its form and clinches the NFC’s No. 1 seed. The Bears, bolstered by recent trade addition Jeffery Simmons, also stay close to the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North and host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next Sunday.
Seattle has to do more to improve its ground game. It's time for one final blockbuster move.
Jeffery Simmons bursts onto the Chicago Bears scene, sacking the Seahawks on his first defensive snap and receiving the game ball from coach Ben Johnson after the Bears’ primetime road win over Seattle. Acquired in a blockbuster trade with the Titans that cost multiple future first‑round picks, Simmons instantly bolsters a pass rush already anchored by Montez Sweat. With quarterback Caleb Williams back at MVP form, Chicago now looks like a genuine Super Bowl contender. The Bears wrap up the week heading into a home clash with Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Bears penalties piled up in a dominant win over Seattle, giving Ben Johnson plenty to address despite Chicago's impressive performance.
The Chicago Bears have made NFL history by becoming the first team to beat both Super Bowl participants—New England (30-24) and Seattle (34-17)—in consecutive primetime games, according to OptaStats. The victories boost the Bears’ Super Bowl contender status, bolstered by the recent acquisition of All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and a surging offense led by quarterback Caleb Williams, with D’Andre Swift and multiple receivers adding firepower. With a strengthened defense and a versatile attack, Chicago aims to translate this unprecedented achievement into a deep postseason run.
The Bears roar past the defending champions Seattle Seahawks 34-17 on Monday Night Football, sparking a bullish outlook on their stock. Caleb Williams shines with 247 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions against the league's top pass defense, while newcomers Jeffery Simmons and Montez Sweat deliver immediate impact—Simmons logs a sack, PBUs and six tackles, and Sweat adds a sack and three QB hits. Conversely, the secondary falters; CB Tyrique Stevenson struggles despite a PBU, TE Colston Loveland fumbles a crucial third‑down screen, and G Jonah Jackson shows signs of regression. The article evaluates who’s rising and who’s slipping on the Bears’ roster.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams traded his fined Caddix shoes for custom all‑black, logo‑free cleats on Monday, ending a two‑week, $35,823 penalty streak. The NFL fined him $11,941 in Week 6 and $23,882 in Week 7 for wearing unauthorized footwear, prompting the switch before the Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks. Williams says the change is to “calm things down” and keep the focus on the team, not to concede the gear dispute. The NFL’s uniform rule only permits apparel from Nike, Adidas or Under Armour, so the matte black pair meets the branding requirement while preserving the safety benefits he values. No league response yet, but the Bears look to build on the win.
The Seattle Mariners have hired former Chicago Cubs director of player development Jason Kanzler as their new manager, replacing Dan Wilson after last season’s ALCS‑run ended in disappointment. Kanzler, who joins from the Cubs front office where he began in 2024, says he’s eager to unlock Seattle’s talent. The move marks the Cubs’ second recent front‑office loss, following assistant GM Jared Banner’s jump to the Orioles, leaving another vacancy in player development. Mariners president Jerry Dipoto praises Kanzler’s mindset and intensity for building a championship culture.
The Seattle Mariners announce Jason Kanzler as their 22nd manager, marking the third hire of the Jerry Dipoto era. The 36‑year‑old former Astros hitting coach and ex‑Cubs farm director replaces the dismissed Dan Wilson and joins a dramatically younger coaching staff after the ouster of veteran coaches Manny Acta, Perry Hill, Kevin Seitzer, and Eric Young Jr. Kanzler, a University of Buffalo alum with playing experience for the Minnesota Twins and coaching stints in the Cape Cod League and Astros’ big‑league staff, brings leadership and a bilingual edge but no prior managerial résumé. The move aligns with Dipoto’s push for fresh perspectives from outside the organization.
In Chicago’s 34-17 victory over Seattle, rookie defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons justified the Bears’ high‑price trade with six tackles, two TFLs, a sack and a blocked pass. His presence opened lanes for fellow pass‑rusher Montez Sweat, who added three quarterback hits and a sack. Head coach Ben Johnson also praised defensive end Austin Booker, who recorded three tackles, a pass breakup, blocked a crucial field goal and tied Simmons for the team sack lead. Booker’s surge comes as Sweat serves a suspension and Dayo Odeyingbo recovers from injury, marking him as another emerging star on Chicago’s revamped front‑seven.
The Seattle Seahawks fall 34-17 to the Chicago Bears on Nov. 3, 2026 as quarterback Sam Darnell admits he couldn’t handle the Jeffery Simmons‑led pass rush. Darnell was pressured on 14 of 39 dropbacks, completing just 1 of 11 throws for 13 yards and an interception. Seattle managed only 81 rushing yards and went 1‑for‑11 on third‑down conversions, leaving the team 4‑4 on the season. Bears improve to 6‑2, while the Seahawks look to rebound against the Arizona Cardinals next week.
The Seattle Mariners appoint 36‑year‑old Jason Kanzler as their new manager, replacing Dan Wilson. Kanzler, a former Astros minor‑league hitting coach (2019‑21) and major‑league staffer (2022‑23), has served as the Cubs’ director of player development since 2024, making this his first managerial role and the league’s second‑youngest hire after Nationals’ Blake Butler. Jerry Dipoto’s track record now stands at 3‑for‑3 for hiring first‑time managers. Kanzler was chosen from a shortlist that included former Astros manager Joe Espada and other bench coaches.