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5 Bold predictions ahead of Bears vs. 49ers in Week 1

From Justin Fields' efficient day to Justin Jones making an immediate impact, here are our bold predictions for Bears vs. 49ers.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 9, 2022

Bears have had preliminary talks with Pritzker, lawmakers about subsidies — and no one has slammed the door, retiring team president says

Retiring Bears President Ted Phillips said the Bears have hired Goldman Sachs to “explore every possible option” and develop a “specific ask” of the village and state.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 9, 2022

Brad Biggs: Matt Eberflus’ defense was the NFL’s toughest on 3rd down last year, one scout says. What will that mean for the Chicago Bears this season?

In a casual conversation with a scout a few weeks back, he said the most difficult defense to prepare for last season was the Vic Fangio-led Denver Broncos — no surprise considering the complexities the former Chicago Bears defensive coordinator is known for.

Chicago Tribune · Sep 9, 2022

Bears wrong to expect taxpayers to fund any part of Arlington Heights stadium plan

Given today’s economic climate and the generous windfall the team would reap if the venture is successful, taxpayers shouldn’t fund any portion of the Bears move. Shame on them for even asking.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2022

Stadium subsidies are a horrifically bad deal for taxpayers

Illinois taxpayers have had enough punishment. But Arlington Heights residents don’t have to accept the same fate. They have a legitimate path to victory in preventing another bad corporate welfare deal.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2022

Bears announce 2022 team captains

Meet your Bears team captains for the 2022 season!

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 7, 2022

NFC North power rankings heading into Week 1

Every team in the NFC North looks different than they last season. How do they stack up heading into 2022?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 7, 2022

Bears show renderings for enclosed stadium complex in Arlington Heights, but say they’d expect some public funding

CHICAGO —For the first time, the Chicago Bears confirmed Tuesday that the stadium the team is considering building in Arlington Heights would be domed — but the team also called for taxpayer funding of a portion of the project, and noted the plan was still tentative.

Chicago Tribune · Sep 6, 2022

Former Packers QB Kurt Benkert works out for Chicago Bears

Kurt Benkert, the Packers' No. 3 quarterback for over a year, worked out for the Chicago Bears, per Tom Grossi of Packast.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 6, 2022

Bears release Arlington Heights details, make case for public subsidy

Though the Bears will not seek public funds to build a stadium, “we look forward to partnering with the various governmental bodies to secure additional funding and assistance needed to support the feasibility of the remainder of the development,” the team wrote.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2022