The Latest Breaking News from Roquan Smith

Showdown with LB Roquan Smith is a big victory for Bears GM Ryan Poles

The rookie general manager didn’t flinch when his best player held out and stood his ground after Roquan accused him of negotiating in bad faith. Now Poles has to earn the respect of a player he feels has disrespected him. “My loyalty lies with the City of Chicago,” Roquan said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 21, 2022

Roquan Smith returns to Bears practice, ending his hold-in over contract negotiations

CHICAGO — After missing the first 15 practices of training camp because of contract discontent and requesting a trade earlier this month, Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith returned to the field Saturday at Halas Hall.

Chicago Tribune · Aug 20, 2022

Roquan Smith Returns to Bears Practice After Contract ‘Hold-in’

The standout linebacker rejoined his teammates less than two weeks after requesting a trade, saying he plans to “bet on myself” this season.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 20, 2022

Backup’s injury shouldn’t affect Roquan Smith talks

The Bears have more than three weeks until their season opener against the 49ers.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 19, 2022

Chicago Bears dominate the Seattle Seahawks in a 27-11 win

SEATTLE — The Chicago Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks 27-11 on Thursday night at Lumen Field. Here’s what you need to know about the game.

Chicago Tribune · 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

Bears LB Matt Adams questionable to return with shoulder injury

Bears LB Matt Adams suffered a shoulder injury against the Seahawks. His return is questionable.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 19, 2022

With top players’ availability uncertain, Bears not making most of preseason

Roquan Smith will be in Seattle with the team, but won’t play. Tight end Cole Kmet and running back David Montgomery likely will return, but it’s unclear how long quarterback Justin Fields will play. And the full offensive line still hasn’t arrived.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2022

Halas Intrigue, Episode 229: On Ro, Teven and another preseason game

Teven Jenkins is a starter? Roquan Smith has a mystery agent? And how will Justin Fields fare against the Seahawks? The Sun-Times’ Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break it down.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2022

Dan Wiederer: As Roquan Smith’s contract strife with Bears drags on, it’s difficult to see how this might end. Or when.

CHICAGO — About 45 minutes into Chicago Bears' practice Tuesday at Halas Hall, linebacker Roquan Smith walked across Field 3 wearing a navy practice jersey and a white ballcap.

Chicago Tribune · Aug 16, 2022