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The NFL combine begins Tuesday in Indianapolis. Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson are expected to meet with members of the media during the combine. Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss what to expect from the combine
Marc Silverman: With the combine days away and free agency less than three weeks from commencing, here’s how I would map out my perfect offseason for the Bears in order of importance
The NFL Scouting Combine begins next week. But first, here's a look back at general manager Ryan Poles' first three drafts in charge of the Chicago Bears.
Here are three big free agent decisions Ryan Poles and the Bears have to make in the weeks before the free agent negotiating period opens. Several Bears players are poised to hit free agency.
The Jacksonville Jaguars interviewed Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham for their vacant GM job on Friday. Here's the latest on Cunningham's candidacy.
If you're Ryan Poles, do you call Cleveland and offer the 10th overall pick and a second rounder next year for Myles Garrett? Marc Silverman explores the Bears offseason
Commissioner Roger Goodell and several NFL owners attended Virginia Halas McCaskey's funeral on Wednesday in Mount Prospect. Numerous former Chicago Bears players and coaches were also in attendance. McCaskey died last week at 102 years old.
Who is under contract and who is a free agent? Here's a look at the Bears roster heading into 2025.
The Bears are expected to add veteran coach Dan Roushar as offensive line coach. Here's what Bears fans need to know about Roushar.
Ben Johnson won the press conference but now he must win the draft room by demanding Ryan Poles fixes these issues on the Chicago Bears, Marc Silverman writes
Ben Johnson is the new man in charge at Halas Hall. Here are three things he can do right now to fix the Chicago Bears.
Philosophically, Ben Johnson sounds like a complete 180-degree turn from Matt Eberflus. Here's why Johnson is a completely different coach from his predecessor, based on what he said during his introduction Wednesday.
After months of hand wringing over the Bears, it’s time to give them a hand for hiring Ben Johnson, Marc Silverman writes
Ben Johnson met with reporters at Halas Hall on Wednesday for the first time since the Chicago Bears hired him as the franchise’s 19th head coach. Here are five of the most interesting things he said Wednesday.
Ryan Poles knew he wanted Ben Johnson. Here's how the Bears moved quickly to scoop up the most coveted head coaching candidate on the market.
The Bears made Ben Johnson a priority. In doing so, they landed a coveted coaching candidate. Here are three questions that Johnson and the Bears must answer next.
The Chicago Bears officially hired Ben Johnson as their head coach Tuesday, who many considered to be the top candidate this year. Here's how Johnson's resume compares to other recent Bears head coach hirings.
The Bears are expected to hire Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, per multiple reports
The Chicago Bears reportedly called the Pittsburgh Steelers to see if head coach Mike Tomlin might be available through a trade. The Steelers quickly shot the idea down. Here's what we know.
Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham was a finalist for the Tennessee Titans general manager job. The Titans, however, appear poised to hire Chiefs assistant GM Mike Borgonzi. That could mean Ryan Poles keeps his right-hand man at a pivotal time.
The Chicago Bears have already interviewed more than a dozen head coach candidates. Who should be brought back for second interviews? Shaw Local's Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss the latest names on the list
The Bears have cast their net far and wide. Which of the offensive coordinators on their list would make the best head coach? Here's a look at four prominent ones.
Both Lions coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn spoke Wednesday at the Lions' practice facility outside Detroit. Here's what they had to say about their head coach interviews last week.
Are the Bears taking too long? Are they casting too wide of a net? The Bears' coaching search likely has a long way to go.
The Titans interviewed Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham for their open GM job. Here's what that could mean for the Bears.
Has Teven Jenkins played his final game with the Bears? The former second-round draft pick said he's mentally preparing to hit free agency in March. Injuries limited Jenkins once again in 2024.
Ben Johnson is among the hottest head coaching candidates. But who is he and how does he potentially fit with the Bears? Here's what Bears fans should know about Johnson.
Excuse me if I’m not waiving a Bears flag thinking everything is going to be okay after this endeavor, Marc Silverman writes
The Bears began their coaching search Wednesday by interviewing former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel. Here's why Vrabel could be a good fit in Chicago.
Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak react to the list of candidates who the Bears have requested for head coach interviews. Plus, they discuss Ryan Poles' end-of-season news conference
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles met with reporters at Halas Hall on Tuesday a couple days after his team ended a disappointing season. Here are five of the most interesting things he said Tuesday.
Kevin Warren and Ryan Poles aren’t just hiring a coach. They’re trying to reverse nearly 15 years of history. Bears fans have every right to be skeptical.
The Bears have reportedly requested an interview with Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy. Here's why Bears fans should take this situation seriously
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams learned a lot during his rookie season. On Monday at Halas Hall, Williams shared those lessons and what he's looking forward to in the coming year.
Nobody knows what's wrong with the Bears more than the coach who just tried to fix this mess. Here's how interim head coach Thomas Brown says he would go about rebuilding the Bears.
The Bears have already interviewed at least a dozen candidates for their head coaching job. Here's the latest on the team's coaching search.
The Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers for the first time since 2018. Here are the five big takeaways after a dramatic finish Sunday at Lambeau Field.
Bears kicked Cairo Santos knocked in a game-winning field goal as time expired Sunday to beat the Green Bay Packers 24-22 at Lambeau Field. Here’s what you need to know.
The NFL's Week 18 wraps up on Sunday. The Bears' coaching search can begin in earnest on Monday. Here's what that looks like for Ryan Poles and Kevin Warren.
The Bears ruled out offensive lineman Teven Jenkins ahead of Sunday's game against Green Bay. Jenkins is in the final year of his contract. Has he played his last game as a member of the Bears?
Only one Bears player earned a Pro Bowl spot for the 2024 season. Cornerback Jaylon Johnson will appear in his second Pro Bowl
Is general manager Ryan Poles the right man to fix the Bears? Here are the best and worst moves that Poles has made during his tenure as Bears GM.
The Bears will play their final home game on Thursday at Soldier Field. Will the home crowd show up for this one? Will Thomas Brown's team? Here are the top five storylines to watch ahead of Bears vs. Seahawks.
The Detroit Lions dominated the Bears from start to finish on Sunday. Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss Sunday’s game and look ahead to a Thursday matchup against the Seattle Seahawks
The Bears are out of answers. Rookie Rome Odunze said the Bears "all carry that burden" of a nine-game losing streak. Inside another demoralized Bears locker room following a third-consecutive blowout loss.
The Bears were blown out again, this time by the Detroit Lions. Caleb Williams played well, but it didn't change the outcome. Jameson Williams had a big day for Detroit, while Bears left tackle Braxton Jones left on a cart. Here are the five big takeaways from Sunday.
The Chicago Bears return to action Sunday against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field. Stay here all game long for live updates.
The Bears will take their second crack at the vaunted Detroit Lions on Sunday at Soldier Field. Here are the top storylines to watch in Sunday's game.
In 105 years of Chicago Bears football, Ryan Poles is the architect of the two longest losing streaks and it took him just three seasons
The Bears return to action Monday against the Minnesota Vikings. Stay here all game long for live updates.