The Latest Breaking News from Matt Eberflus

For Roquan Smith, the work is just beginning

If Roquan Smith wants to get the record-setting contract extension he so badly desires, he’ll have to cross off items on a list longer than Matt Nagy’s old play-call sheet.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 21, 2022

Bears rookie Jaquan Brisker underwent surgery to repair thumb injury

Bears rookie safety Jaquan Brisker recently underwent surgery to repair his thumb, and he has "a real chance" to be ready for Week 1.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 21, 2022

Bears safety Jaquan Brisker has thumb surgery, could return by Week 1

Eberflus said the Bears were hopeful that Brisker would return before the season opener on Sept. 11, but that the team should find out more information soon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 20, 2022

Bears CB Kyler Gordon looks right at home in debut

He’ll play slot cornerback, one of the most important in Matt Eberflus’ defensive scheme, to start the season.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 19, 2022

7 takeaways from the Bears’ preseason win over the Seahawks

From Justin Fields' fit on offense to Teven Jenkins impressing at guard, here are our takeaways from the Bears' preseason win vs. Seattle.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 19, 2022

Best photos from the Bears’ preseason win vs. Seahawks

The Bears defeated the Seahawks 27-11 to advance to 2-0 in the preseason. Take a look at the action:

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 19, 2022

Bear Necessities: Matt Eberflus explains why he didn’t challenge Isaiah Coulter catch

Why didn't Bears HC Matt Eberflus throw the challenge flag on the Isaiah Coulter catch? Eberflus explains:

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 19, 2022

Bears get DE Robert Quinn some action, plus other notes from the Seahawks game

The Bears’ pass rush looked good with Quinn and Al-Quadin Muhammad playing together for the first time. Matt Eberflus misses a challenge opportunity. And Trevor Siemian has looked competent as the backup quarterback.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 19, 2022

Bears WR Velus Jones’ up-&-down game shows risk, reward of rookies

It might take a while for Jones to earn a spot in the offense, but he can be a factor in the return game until then. He nearly fumbled away the opening kickoff Thursday, but also had a big return that led to a touchdown.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 19, 2022

Roquan Smith stands alone among his teammates

The disgruntled linebacker, who was on the sideline for the game against the Seahawks, is the lone “hold-in” remaining in the NFL after safety Derwin James signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension with the Chargers. Will that push the Bears to make a deal? Don’t count on it.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 19, 2022