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Chicago Bears fans expect a big 2026 from Colston Loveland

We asked you guys earlier this week to make your best guess for who will lead the 2026 Chicago Bears in receptions, and nearly half of you went with tight end Colston Loveland. Loveland led the Bears in catches as a rookie in 2025, and if he does it again, he’ll be the first Chicago […]

Caleb Madness Bracket: Elite 8 is Set!

Wanted to give everyone an update on the Caleb Madness Bracket: Selecting Caleb Williams best play of the 2025 season. We selected 16 plays and are having you, the Bears fan, vote for the best play of the year. There was voting on two matchups per day, Monday through Thursday of this week. Next week, […]

Chicago Bears’ Mock Draft Madness: Final Four

WCG’s March Madness Mock Draft Bracket challenge has moved into the semifinals. These are the final four choices of the mock drafts you liked best for the Chicago Bears. Defensive Line Semifinal (#3 vs #3) #3 Seed. Zion Young (ED, Missouri) + Jacob Rodriguez (LB, Texas Tech) + Kamari Ramsey (SF, USC) + 2027 R2 […]

BChuk’s Backs: #7 Noah Whittington

Continuing this series, where I highlight my top ten favorite running backs from the upcoming NFL draft class, the current or former pro they remind me of most, and whether I see them as a fit for Ben Johnson’s offense this season for the Chicago Bears. Remember, these are NOT fantasy rankings or even who I think will […]

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Which was your least favorite Chicago Bears 2026 Free Agency move?

I saw this topic over at Pro Football Focus and thought it would be interesting to share here to get your perspective, but also as a WCG roundtable for our writers. Before checking in on what we had to say, here’s what PFF gave for their least favorite Chicago Bears move of the 2026 free […]

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The Bear’s Den, March 27, 2026

Ken’s Note: Yes, I know about the new bill proposed by some national politicians. It’s not linked here because we do not discuss politics in the Den. THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS George Gervin tries to block Caleb Williams from securing “Iceman” trademark Boo this man! George Gervin on Bears’ Caleb Williams: ‘Iceman’ nickname already […]

Bears’ Coby Bryant brings positional flexibility and a desire to be great

On her latest Making Monsters podcast, Taylor Doll is joined by Michael-Shawn Dugar, who covers the Seattle Seahawks for The Athletic, and they break down the newest Chicago Bears safety, Coby Bryant. They discuss his college career, the positional change in the pros, and what Bryant does best on the field. They also talk about […]

Caleb Madness Bracket: Vote on the day 4 matchups

We have reached the final day of first-round matchups in the Caleb Madness bracket, where you, the Bears fans, vote on Caleb’s best play of 2025. So far, we know that the Elite 8 matchups will feature Jahdae Walker’s game-tying catch against Green Bay and the Cole Kmet TD heave against the Rams. We will […]

2026 NFL Draft: Who’ll be left for the Bears after 1-24?

The 2026 NFL Draft is one month away, and with the Chicago Bears picking at 25 in the first round, it’s set up for a long wait for us Bears fans. On their latest Chicago Draft Room, Ari Temkin and Jacob Infante will break down what could happen before Chicago is on the clock. Which […]

Which was your favorite Chicago Bears 2026 Free Agency move?

I saw this topic on Pro Football Focus and thought it would be a fun one to share here to get your perspective in the comments, and also as a WCG roundtable for our writers. Before checking in on what we had to say, here’s what PFF gave for their favorite Chicago Bears move of […]

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The Bear’s Den, March 26, 2026

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS As Ohio State star Kayden McDonald prepares to visit Bears, he says, ‘I’m their No. 1 guy’ He doesn’t lack for confidence, at least. Bears, trains could transform NWI; Hammond, Michigan City mayors discuss development Illinois is about to lose the Bears unless they stop messing around. Bears General Manager […]

Cronin: Bears should have signed an Edge

The latest Bears Banter Podcast has dropped! As the Bears have largely finished up free agency and have pivoted their focus to the NFL Draft, we talk about it with ESPN’s Courtney Cronin! Courtney joined the podcast to talk about what she thinks of the Bears’ signings in free agency, how the team looks for […]

How Clutch was Caleb Williams’ 2025?

The Chicago Bears’ 2025 season will always be remembered for the team’s ability to come back and snatch a victory from the jaws of defeat, and at the center of most of those Cardiac Bears’ comebacks was the Iceman, Caleb Williams. Six regular-season game-winning drives and a seventh in the Wild Card round of the […]

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Caleb Madness Bracket: Vote on day 3 matchups

Four match-ups are in the books, and we now know two of our Elite 8 matchups. The Jahdae Walker game-tying catch against the Packers will square off against the Cole Kmet game-tying heave against the Rams. In the other elite 8 matchup, the Luther Burden Flea Flicker will square off against the DJ Moore touchdown […]

Breaking Down Caleb Williams’ 2025 Season, Part II: True Passer Rating

Series Roadmap Part 0: Inside the EvaluationPart I: Game GradesYou are here ➡️ Part II: True Passer RatingPart III: On-Target Rate, Coming March 28thPart IV: 2024 → 2025 Growth, Coming April 1stPart V: 2025 In Conclusion, Coming April 4th A (semi) brief explanation of TPR The True Passer Rating, or TPR, is a custom metric […]

Breaking Down Caleb Williams’ 2025 Season, Part II: True Passer Rating

Series Roadmap Part 0: Inside the EvaluationPart I: Game GradesYou are here ➡️ Part II: True Passer RatingPart III: On-Target Rate, Coming March 28thPart IV: 2024 → 2025 Growth, Coming April 1stPart V: 2025 In Conclusion, Coming April 4th A (semi) brief explanation of TPR The True Passer Rating, or TPR, is a custom metric […]

2026 Bears mock draft: Making picks after first wave of free agency

We’re a few weeks into the 2026 NFL free agency period, and most of the top free agents are off the market. There remain several starting-caliber talents available, but as far as long-term solutions go, you’re unlikely to find any this late in the process. With that said, the next big event in the Bears’ […]

Kalif Raymond brings versatility to the Bears offense

On her latest Making Monsters podcast, Taylor Doll is joined by Pride of Detroit’s Editor in Chief, Jeremy Reisman, to discuss the newest Chicago Bears wide receiver, Kalif Raymond. Reisman, who is also on the Detroit Lions beat, did a phenomenal job last year with Taylor’s Ben Johnson episode, so you know he brought the […]

The Bear’s Den, March 25, 2026

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Notre Dame star RB Jeremiyah Love out of Bears’ reach, but other prospects intrigue at pro day The Irish have a deep squad. What Bears Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson Has to Gain and Lose in 2026 The former second-round draft pick from the University of Miami was limited to just 13 […]

The Mac & Read Show: Are the Bears better or worse after free agency?

There could be another move or two coming up for the Chicago Bears, but it’s feeling like they are content to roll into the NFL Draft with the squad as is. Is that good enough? Are they better or worse than the team that made it to the divisional round of the playoffs a season ago? […]

Chicago Bears’ Mock Draft Madness: The Needs Quarterfinals

WCG’s March Madness Mock Draft Bracket challenge has moved into the quarterfinals. This half will determine the final two Chicago Bears drafts to make it into the Final Four. Safety-priority #1 vs #3 #1 Seed. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (SF, Toledo) + Malachi Lawrence (ED, UCF) + Gracen Halton (DL, Oklahoma) By far the most popular option […]

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Who will lead the 2026 Chicago Bears in receptions?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Bears fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. According to most metrics, the 2025 Chicago Bears had a top-10 offense, which is the norm […]

Potential Options at Defensive Tackle for the Chicago Bears

Hello, Chicago Bears fans!  As I mentioned in my previous article, I am taking a comprehensive look at the Chicago Bears roster on both the offense and defense sides of the ball, from the prospective of scheme fits (Dennis Allen for the Defense and Ben Johnson for the Offense) and how the team can fill […]

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