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The Bears’ new coordinators met with reporters virtually Thursday for the first time since the team announced their hirings. Here are five of the most interesting things Dennis Allen, Declan Doyle and Richard Hightower said Thursday.
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 has hired a handful of coaches already. Here's what to know about every new coach the Bears have hired ahead of the 2025 season.
The Dallas Cowboys hired former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus as defensive coordinator. Eberflus will return to Dallas, where he coached linebackers for seven years.
Former Chicago Bears interim head coach Thomas Brown will reportedly join Mike Vrabel's coaching staff in New England, where he will be the tight ends coach and passing game coordinator. The Bears went 1-4 with Brown as their interim head coach.
The Chicago Bears have reportedly hired Dennis Allen as defensive coordinator and Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator. Ben Johnson has found two of his top assistants.
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.
Detroit Lions offensive line coach Hank Fraley is staying in Detroit to become the offensive coordinator. Ben Johnson did land Lions assistant Antwaan Randle El as his assistant head coach and wide receivers coach.
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.
Job No. 1 for new Bears coach Ben Johnson will be to fill out his coaching staff. Here's what we know so far about Johnson's search for his offensive and defensive coordinators.
The Bears introduced Ben Johnson as head coach during a news conference on Wednesday. Shaw Local’s Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak discuss what they learned on our latest podcast
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 Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as head coach on Monday. After interviews with at least 17 head coaching candidates, the Bears moved quickly to zero in on Johnson. Shaw Local's Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak react to the decision
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.
The Chicago Bears' stadium search entered its fifth calendar year after the team submitted a bid to buy Arlington Park in 2021. Here's how the Bears' stadium search timeline compares to other recent NFL projects.
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.
Ben Johnson is still the home run hire, but who are the Bears to scoff at Mike McCarthy, Marc Silverman writes
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.
Mike McCarthy, who the Bears requested last week, is now a free agent. The Bears also interviewed Ron Rivera and Thomas Brown recently. Here's the latest on the team's coaching search.
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.
Pete Carroll is the most accomplished coach on the Bears interview list. Here's why he could be a good fit in Chicago.
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.
The Bears signed nine players to futures contracts on Monday. These players will be on the 90-man roster heading into 2025. Here's the full list, which includes quarterback Austin Reed and a "Hard Knocks" star.
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.
Cairos Santos visualized this moment. He prayed for it. In his mind, this opportunity was building "for weeks." When Santos made a 51-yard field goal to beat the Packers, it all felt like it was meant to be. This game was far from meaningless for the Bears.
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 Chicago Bears wrap up the 2024 season with a Week 18 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Stay here all game long for live updates.
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 close out the 2024 season with a trip to Lambeau Field. Here are the top storylines to watch in this Week 18 matchup.
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?
The Bears wrap up the 2024 season with a matchup against the Packers on Sunday at Lambeau Field. Shaw Local's Sean Hammond and Michal Dwojak preview the game here.
Caleb Williams said the narrative around the Bears offensive line is "annoying and frustrating." Plus, cornerback Tyrique Stevenson has earned more playing time recently and the latest injury news from Halas Hall.