The Latest Breaking News from Jaquan Brisker

The Bears’ defense showed signs of becoming a force, with three takeaways against the Lions last week before collapsing in the fourth quarter. Now they need to develop the mental toughness it takes to finish. “Finishing is ... 90% mental, 10% talent,” safety Jaquan Brisker said.

The Vikings’ star receiver practiced Thursday, albeit in limited fashion, as he works his way back from injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

After a dominant performance against 1-8 Carolina — and with DE Montez Sweat getting acclimated — Bears defenders feel they’re on the verge of regaining that swagger they felt early in training camp. But the Lions on Sunday will be a true test of where they are.

Herbert has been out since hurting his ankle against the Commanders while trying to catch a Justin Fields pass.

The New Orleans Saints reported their list of inactive players for Week 9's game with the Chicago Bears. Chicago is down several key defenders due to injuries:

As part of their preparations for a short week next week, the Bears held a walk-through Wednesday.

Here's a look at the Bears' Week 9 injury report following Wednesday's practice:

Bears safety Jaquan Brisker posted a cryptic tweet that appeared to voice his displeasure with the Jaylon Johnson situation.

Eight days after he was hit on a legal pick during the Raiders’ two-point conversion, Brisker was put back in concussion protocol Monday.

Jaquan Brisker cleared concussion protocol early last week. Bears HC Matt Eberflus describes how Brisker landed back in the protocol.

The Bears have released their inactives ahead of tonight's game vs. Chargers.