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Bears LB Roquan Smith felt ‘some tightness’ before preseason game vs. Browns

Bears HC Matt Eberflus said Roquan Smith was held out of the preseason finale after feeling "some tightness" in warm-ups.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 28, 2022

Best photos from the Bears’ preseason win vs. Browns

The Bears defeated the Browns 21-20 to finish the preseason 3-0. Take a look at the action:

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 28, 2022

David Montgomery sets tone in first preseason action

That’s the Montgomery the Bears need if they want to play the physical, edgy style that Matt Eberflus covets.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 28, 2022

Bears’ Nick Morrow in the right place at the right time

The linebacker said the opportunity to play in Matt Eberflus’ defense was a key factor when he signed with the Bears in free agency. But playing next to Roquan Smith also figures to give him a chance to flourish.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 25, 2022

Bears hoping CB Kyler Gordon can minimize, cover up rookie mistakes

They’ll give their top draft pick some leeway in his first season, but not much. Gordon is expected to be NFL-ready.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 25, 2022

‘Being free’ could help Bears S Eddie Jackson reassert himself as dangerous defender

The combination of an advantageous scheme, newcomer Jaquan Brisker and Jackson’s eagerness give him a shot to prove he’s worth big money this season and beyond.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2022

Brad Biggs: Is the Chicago Bears offense as bad as the 0-16 Detroit Lions of 2008? Mike Martz says QB Justin Fields has little chance.

Chicago Bears fans will want to yell at Mike Martz the way Jay Cutler used to when they hear Martz’s assessment of the team’s current offense.

Chicago Tribune · Aug 24, 2022

Injuries must prompt Bears to explore adding WRs, CBs

Two-and-a-half weeks away from the season opener against the 49ers, the Bears have more than a depleted wide receiver room. They have a full-blown problem.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2022

A damning review of Cook County juvenile jail, Biden’s student debt cancellation plan and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2022

Matt Eberflus’ H.I.T.S. principle an ‘eye-opener’ for Bears

It might have come across as hokey when Eberflus introduced it — what football coach doesn’t want his team to hustle and play with intensity? But as Bears fans saw with Lovie Smith nearly two decades ago, it’s the obsession with it that can make a difference.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2022