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Matt Eberflus isn’t a good head coach. You know it. I know it. Hopefully Ryan Poles now knows it, Marc Silverman writes
Dysfunction is back at Halas Hall like a seasonal Chicago snowstorm, Marc Silverman writes
Thomas Brown brings a new energy to the Bears offense. But will that be enough to fix the woes that have plagued Caleb Williams and the Bears? Here's what Brown had to say Wednesday at Halas Hall.
The Bears cut offensive lineman Nate Davis on Wednesday, a day after firing their offensive coordinator. Davis was the team's highest-paid offensive lineman, but the Bears benched him in September.
The Chicago Bears have fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron following Sunday's 19-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Matt Eberflus' hand-picked offensive coordinator lasted only nine games into the 2024 season.
Bears coach Matt Eberflus and a few players met with reporters at Halas Hall on Monday a day after losing a third straight game to the New England Patriots. Here are three of the most interesting things the Bears said Monday.
Is it time for the Bears to make a drastic move? Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss Sunday’s deflating effort at Soldier Field
The Bears offense hasn't scored a touchdown in two games. The Patriots, with one of the worst pass rushes in the NFL, sacked Caleb Williams nine times on Sunday. Is it time for the Bears to make a drastic change?
Caleb Williams and the Bears take on Drake Maye and the Patriots on Sunday at Soldier Field. Here's everything Bears fans need to know ahead of the game. Stay here all game long for live updates.
In a season Bears GM Ryan Poles claimed, “It’s time to win” and the Bears instead take us on another rollercoaster ride, Poles must do some self scouting. If he doesn’t, it won’t just be coach Matt Eberflus on the hot seat
Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings, an unsung hero for the defense, will have surgery on his injured pectoral muscle. Meanwhile, on offense, both tackles sat out practice on Wednesday. Here's the latest from the Bears injury report.
The Bears traded running back Khalil Herbert to the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for a seventh-round draft pick. Here's what it means for the Bears.
The Bears were blown out against the Cardinals on Sunday. Caleb Williams and the offense had a rough day. Is Matt Eberflus in trouble? Did Williams get hurt at the end? Here are the five big takeaways from Sunday's loss in Arizona.
Losing on a Hail Mary can have devastating effects on a team's psyche. This is the type of week that will test Bears coach Matt Eberflus and the leaders on this roster.
The Bears aren't using running back Khalil Herbert at all. He was a healthy scratch on Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Should the Bears consider trading him before Tuesday's deadline?
Lovie Smith built a culture. He took a team to the Super Bowl. He was let go by the Bears. If you can do that, you can part ways with Matt Eberflus, Marc Silverman writes
Matt Eberflus wouldn't say Wednesday if he would bench Tyrique Stevenson. But that doesn't mean he won't bench the 24-year-old cornerback, even if just briefly. Here's what Eberflus and several Bears team captains had to say about the situation.
Bears left tackle Braxton Jones remains sidelined by a knee injury. Here's what that might mean for the Bears offensive line this week against the Arizona Cardinals.
The Bears placed 2022 third-round draft pick Velus Jones Jr. on waivers on Friday. After two and a half seasons with the Bears, Jones' journey with the team appears to be over.
Out of the bye, Marc Silverman has the Bears at 6-5 the rest of the way, with wins against the Commanders, Cardinals, Patriots, Seahawks, and a 2-4 record against the division
Bears head coach Matt Eberflus didn't rule out Nate Davis as a trade candidate when asked about it on Monday. Here's what else Eberflus had to say following the bye week.
One trade created two divergent paths. The Carolina Panthers moved up for the No. 1 pick in 2023, while the Bears collected a haul in return. With the Panthers coming to Chicago this week, here's a look back at the trade that changed both franchises.
Unfortunately, the makeover ended with the wardrobe, hair, and beard. Matt Eberflus is the same head coach. And it simply isn’t good enough, Marc Silverman writes
This is not how you break the cycle of Chicago Bears' offenses. It’s exactly how you break another quarterback, Marc Silverman writes
The Bears offensive line has been worse than anyone expected through the first two week of the season. So how did the Bears get to this point? Here's a look at the string of events that led to this moment, and which tools Matt Eberflus and Ryan Poles can use to fix it.
The Bears kick off the 2024 season at home against the Tennessee Titans. Caleb Williams is making his NFL debut. Stay here all game long for live updates.
On paper, the Bears have one of the most promising wide receiver groups in the NFL. But DJ Moore, Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze have never played together. So what will that look like on Sunday? Here's what Allen and Odunze had to say about it.
Bears GM Ryan Poles revealed on the season finale of HBO's "Hard Knocks" that another team called about trading for Velus Jones Jr. At Halas Hall this week, Jones said he's happy to still be a member of the Bears. "This place is special," Jones said.
The most talked about Bears offseason is finally in the rearview mirror, Marc Silverman writes. What happens next?
The Bears spent the offseason surrounding Caleb Williams with talented veterans. On Sunday, Bears fans will see just how good this supporting cast can be for the No. 1 overall draft pick. Williams is going to lean on them throughout his rookie season.
Training camp is in the books. The focus now turns toward the 2024 regular season. So how good is this Bears team? Shaw Local's Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak make their predictions for the 2024 season.
Velus Jones Jr. made the Bears' 53-man roster this week. That may have surprised some fans, but the Bears were signaling this all throughout the offseason. Here's why the Bears aren't giving up on Jones.
The Bears selected their 53-man roster this week. Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss the current roster, as well as what to expect from this group during the 2024 season
Bears general manager Ryan Poles met with members of the media Wednesday to discuss the state of the team. Poles believes his team is deeper, his coach is resilient and his quarterback shows promise. Here are the major takeaways from Wednesday's conversation.
The Bears didn't claim any players off waivers Wednesday, but they did lose TE Brenden Bates to the New York Jets. Plus, the team has begun building it's practice squad.
The Bears parted ways with more than 30 players this week as they trimmed their roster down to 53 players. Here's the full list of players the team let go.
The Bears released their initial 53-man roster on Tuesday after cutting more than 30 players over the past few days. Here's a look at the 2024 Bears roster.
The Bears have until 3 p.m. Tuesday to cut their roster down to 53 players. They waived nine more players Monday. Here's a look at who has already been cut.
The Bears must cut their roster down to 53 players by 3 p.m. Tuesday. So who makes the cut? Here's Shaw Local's projected roster for the 2024 Bears.
The Bears added another weapon for their defensive line Friday, trading for former Seahawks pass rusher Darrell Taylor. The Bears sent Seattle a 2025 sixth-round draft pick. Here's what it means for the Bears defense.
With Caleb Williams sitting out, Tyson Bagent will start Thursday's preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Here are the top storylines to watch ahead of Thursday's preseason finale.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was the center of attention in the third episode of HBO Max's "Hard Knocks" on Tuesday night. The episode also broke down a potential trade, Tyson Bagent and more.
Montez Sweat has heavy expectations on his shoulder this season. Do the Bears need to find another defensive end to help him? Plus, there was a scuffle during practice Tuesday at Halas Hall. Here's the latest from Bears training camp.
The Chicago Bears made their debut on HBO Max "Hard Knocks" on Tuesday night. Here are the top takeaway from the season opener.
Bears rookie punter Tory Taylor did not punt in Thursday's preseason opener. Fans are eager to see the record-setting punter in game action. His coaches believe Taylor is getting better and better "right before our eyes" as training camp goes along.
Bears rookie pass rusher Austin Booker is flying under the radar, and he's just fine with that. Booker believes he can show that he belongs in the NFL as a rookie.
The Bears will kick off the NFL's preseason schedule against the Houston Texans at the Hall of Fame game on Thursday night. Here's what to watch for in the preseason opener.
The Bears locked down star receiver DJ Moore through the 2029 season with a massive new contract on Tuesday. Moore said the Bears "embraced" him from the moment they traded for him.
The Bears have reportedly locked up star wide receiver DJ Moore for an additional four seasons, keeping him in Chicago through the 2029 season. The deal is the largest in franchise history in terms of annual salary.
The Bears offensive line returns four of five starters from last season, but there are still plenty of kinks to work out. Here's the latest on the position battle at center, and how the O-line is adjusting to Caleb Williams.