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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.

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.

Caleb Williams signed a four-year, $39 million contract earlier this week. Ryan Poles declined to say if Williams asked not to be franchise tagged in the future, but Poles said nothing Williams asked for surprised him.

The 2024 NFL draft is right around the corner. With two first-round draft picks for the first time in 21 years, the Bears have an opportunity to make some big-time additions. Shaw Local has everything Bears fans need to know ahead of the draft.

Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn is the Chicago Bears' Ed Block Courage Award recipient. The recipient is someone who served as an inspiration in the locker room, who showed professionalism and dedication and who is considered a community role model.

The Bears have to make a decision on cornerback Jaylon Johnson by Tuesday. Could Justin Fields be dealt this week ahead of free agency?

With the franchise tag deadline looming a week away, general manager Ryan Poles said he's optimistic that Jaylon Johnson and the Bears can come to an agreement on a long-term contract. He believes the Bears have made a "strong" offer.

The Bears spent a ton of money at linebacker to bring in TJ Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds. Those additions proved to be huge successes. Here's a look back at what went well at linebacker in 2023.

Justin Fields led the Bears on a game-winning field goal drive in the final minutes against Minnesota on Monday. Here are the five big takeaways from Monday's game.

Depending on the day or the move, you just never know how you’re going to feel about Ryan Poles. Give him credit for that, he’s not scared of taking swings, even if you booed him after his last strike out, Marc Silverman writes.

Jaylon Johnson said he feels he's arguably the best cornerback in the NFL, but he also said he's not looking for a record-setting contract. Still, the Bears and Johnson appear to be no closer to a long-term extension. GM Ryan Poles was surprised by Johnson's trade request.

The Bears will hold onto cornerback Jaylon Johnson after no trade emerges. GM Ryan Poles also added defensive end Montez Sweat in a deal with Washington. Here's what those two developments mean for the Bears.

With Tuesday's NFL trade deadline just hours away, the Bears have allowed cornerback Jaylon Johnson and his agent to seek a trade, according to multiple reports.

The NFL trade deadline on Oct. 31 is less than a week away. Bears GM Ryan Poles was very active at the deadline a year ago. Who on the Bears roster might be trade candidates? Here's a look at five names worth considering.

Tyson Bagent became the first Bears rookie quarterback to win his starting debut since Craig Krenzel in 2004. Here's what other facts and figures stood out in Week 7 for the Bears.

After his second interception Sunday, Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson took an emotional moment to himself and said a prayer. “I just been me doing a lot of work as a man, doing a lot of work individually,” Johnson said. To him, Sunday's win was the result of that hard work.

I can’t believe we’re here. It's not even the end of September and I’m writing about a new coach and possibly a new QB, while the Bears are an underdog to a team that is 0-3 and just lost by 50, Marc Silverman writes.

With Cole Kmet's contract extension finished, all eyes are now turned toward cornerback Jaylon Johnson. The 24-year-old Johnson said Friday that he would be willing to play out the final year of his rookie deal if it came to that.

Jack Sanborn and T.J. Edwards played one season together at Wisconsin. Sanborn, a freshman, made a point to seek out Edwards, an All-American senior. “When he came in, I knew that there was something different about him,” Edwards said of Sanborn.

Until Week 1 arrives in September, the storylines will be centered on roster decisions. Who makes the team and who doesn’t? Who starts and who fills a backup spot? Here are five position battles to watch.

If the Bears take a step forward on defense, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds will be a big reason why. He was the marquee signing in free agency, and he’s expected to be a marquee talent when he takes the field.

Claypool doesn’t need to total 1,000 yards for the 2023 season to be successful. If he can find a role alongside DJ Moore and Darnell Mooney, that would be a win for the entire offense.

Prior to his injury last year, Eddie Jackson had been leading the NFC in Pro Bowl voting at free safety. If he can stay healthy, the goal should be to play at just as high a level.

Free agent linebacker T.J. Edwards could be a big reason why this defense takes a major step forward in 2023. Edwards could be one half of the Bears' next great linebacker duo.

The Bears thrust rookie linebacker Jack Sanborn into the starting lineup midway through the 2022 season after they traded away Roquan Smith. Sanborn appeared to past the test.

With little time left before the lights go on in Kansas City, this is the most unsettled first round at this point I’ve ever seen in my 45 years scouting NFL drafts, Hub Arkush writes.

The Bears went on a spending spree to open the free agency negotiation period Monday. Here's what it means for their salary cap situation, and how much money they still have left to spend.

The Bears are expected to sign Philadelphia Eagles linebacker T.J. Edwards to a three-year contract, according to multiple reports. Edwards grew up in Lake Villa and played quarterback at Lakes.

NFL teams began speaking with prospective free agents at 11 a.m. Monday. Catch up on everything that has happened so far and stay here for the latest Bears updates.

With $98 million in available salary cap space, the Bears have more money to spend than any other NFL team this year. General manager Ryan Poles has nearly unlimited options ahead of him for bolstering Matt Eberflus' defense.

There was plenty of drama at the linebacker position with Roquan Smith in 2022. But trading Smith allowed Jack Sanborn to find a role. Here's a look back on what happened last season at the position.

The Bears struggled at the defensive tackle position in 2022. Free agent acquisition Justin Jones might've been the only bright spot. Here's a look back at what went wrong, and how the Bears might fix it.

The Bears produced a league-worst 20 sacks during the 2022 season. GM Ryan Poles has lots of work to do at the defensive end position over the offseason.

Nobody expected Braxton Jones to start at left tackle for the Bears this season. But did the rookie from Southern Utah do enough to lock down the left tackle job in 2023?

The Bears defense finished dead last among 32 NFL teams in sacks. After a disappointing performance, big changes are likely coming on the defensive line in 2023.

A major winter storm could lead to bitter cold during Saturday's Bears vs. Bills game at Soldier Field. Matt Eberflus is still scarred from the last time he played at freezing Soldier Field when he was a coach with the Cowboys. Plus the latest injury news from Halas Hall.

The Bears have young players seeing action all over the field. These four rookies still have more to prove during the final month of the season.

After sitting out this week, does Justin Fields still have a shot at Lamar Jackson's 2019 QB rushing record? What if he sits out again against Green Bay? Here are the latest stats that stand out for the Bears.

Trevor Siemian and the Bears offense had a few bright moments early, but Jets quarterback Mike White and Co. took control in a convincing 31-10 victory on Sunday at the Meadowlands. Here’s what you need to know:

After a historic span running the football, Bears quarterback Justin Fields said he is making more of an effort to save his legs during the practice week. Plus notes on the latest injury updates and new defensive end Taco Charlton.

Justin Fields turned in another impressive performance, but the Bears lost to the Lions on Sunday at Soldier Field. Kyle Nabors and Sean Hammond discuss the loss.

Bears rookie linebacker Jack Sanborn shined with 12 combined tackles, two sacks and had an interception wiped out after a defensive penalty in the Bears' 31-30 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

For the second week in a row, it could be a shootout at Soldier Field. Two of the NFL’s worst defenses will square off Sunday when the Detroit Lions (2-6) visit the Chicago Bears (3-6). Here's what to watch for.

The Bears offense is hitting its stride behind Justin Fields and now gets a matchup with the Detroit Lions. Sean Hammond and Kyle Nabors preview Sunday’s game.

The complete absence of a pass rush is among the biggest problems with the 2022 Bears defense. So who’s fault is that?

What does Justin Fields have to do to match Lamar Jackson's 2019 quarterback rushing record? Following an epic performance Sunday, it's entirely within reach.

Justin Fields turned in another huge performance Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. Sean Hammond and Kyle Nabors discuss Fields’ historic game and what it means moving forward.

Newly-acquired WR Chase Claypool didn't get a possible pass interference call on the Bears' final drive Sunday. Claypool made his Bears debut days after being traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier in the week.

The Bears return to action Sunday with a matchup against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field. Catch up on all the action so far, and stay here all game long for live updates.

Bears GM Ryan Poles was certainly active at the trade deadline. Sean Hammond and Kyle Nabors discuss the Roquan Smith and Chase Claypool trades and get you ready for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins.