Bears CB Jaylon Johnson on pending free agency: ‘Couldn’t see myself anywhere else’ but Chicago Johnson says he no interest in testing the open market if the Bears make a satisfactory offer first. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2023
Bears receivers back Justin Fields: ‘(He’s) the QB of the future’ Bears WRs DJ Moore and Darnell Mooney aren't sure why people are questioning whether Justin Fields is the team's franchise QB. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 20, 2023
Is GM Ryan Poles willing to bet his Bears tenure on Matt Eberflus, Luke Getsy, Justin Fields? Those three are the core of the team, and that’s what sunk the Bears in Cleveland. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 18, 2023
Bears collapse again — this time in 20-17 loss to the Browns after leading by 10 in 4th Justin Fields’ heave into the end zone as time ran out was in Darnell Mooney’s hands for a moment, but popped out and was intercepted. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 17, 2023
Bears must have their path planned as soon as 2023 season ends The core of the football side of the organization is in the balance as team president Kevin Warren makes his evaluations. And the decisions are deeply intertwined. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 16, 2023
If Bears trade QB Justin Fields, where will they send him and what will they get? A look at five possible trade destinations if the Bears reset at quarterback as they head toward the No. 1 pick in the draft. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 16, 2023
Bears GM Ryan Poles overhauled secondary, but can he keep it together? The Bears’ secondary was a wreck when Poles took the job in 2021, and he fixed it quickly. It could be a long-term strength — if they can keep Jaylon Johnson. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2023
As Eddie Jackson stares down potential end of Bears career, he’s ‘thankful’ to have endured Jackson could’ve been swept out as general manager Ryan Poles looked to clear big contracts off the books, but he’s proven valuable to the Bears at 30. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2023
Report: Several NFL GMs believe the Bears should move on from Justin Fields Some NFL general managers believe the Bears are poised to trade Justin Fields and draft Caleb Williams this offseason. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 15, 2023
1st-and-10: Amid call for change, Bears’ arrow still pointing up GM Ryan Poles has some big decisions to make, but with an improving defense, a developing offensive line — and likely the No. 1 pick in the draft — the Bears will be headed in the right direction in 2024 whether or not Matt Eberflus is the coach, Luke Getsy… Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 12, 2023
Bears’ trade for DE Montez Sweat vaults defense from embarrassing to elite Some of the Bears’ key defensive numbers have gone from bottom 10 to top 10 since adding the star pass rusher. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 12, 2023
3 takeaways from Bears’ 28-13 win over Lions at Soldier Field A look at the Bears’ defensive improvement, Justin Fields’ situation and offensive coordinator Luke Getsy’s calls. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 11, 2023
Bears’ last five games will determine fate of many The entire city is aiming at their backs. The McCaskeys and Kevin Warren sitting back on some Al Capone vibe waiting on when to give the order. Fire v. Fired. Same thing. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 9, 2023
Behind Enemy Lines: Breaking down the matchup in Chicago with Bears Wire With questions on Justin Fields, the Bears defense, the potential of Jaylon Johnson to join the Lions this offseason and more. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 9, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 9, 2023 The Not-Quite-Mock Draft: 10 players who’d help Bears The Bears are backsliding toward a remarkable opportunity. Were the season to end today, they’d draft first overall — a product of the Panthers, owners of the worst record in the NFL, having traded them the pick — and at No. 5.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 8, 2023 Bears’ final five games may lead to firing squad We are standing at the beginning of the Bears’ inevitable, inescapable moment of change. The decisions that will be made all predicated on this five-game assessment capsule will determine what the upcoming five-year future of the franchise will be.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 8, 2023 Battle of first-round picks awaits Bears and Lions on Sunday When Aidan Hutchinson and Darnell Wright face off against each other again Sunday, it will be a reminder of just how essential it is for rebuilding teams to nail their top picks.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 7, 2023 Bears WR DJ Moore rare bright spot this season, key piece of future No matter what potential shakeup happens at Halas Hall, Moore will be around. Whoever plays quarterback for this team next season, whether Justin Fields or a top draft pick, will benefit tremendously from having him.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 5, 2023 Report: Bears interested in Commanders OC Eric Bieniemy, among others Could Bieniemy land a head-coaching job after one season in Washington?
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 4, 2023 As Bears careen toward end of season, who stays, goes? As is too often the case, the current blueprint and power structure at Halas Hall is fully in question heading into the final five games.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 4, 2023 Bears coach Matt Eberflus doesn’t answer whether he believes he’s ‘safe’ for 2024 Eberflus instead pivoted to an answer about putting his “best foot forward” as he tries to make his case over the final five games.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 3, 2023 Bears’ task in final 5 weeks: ‘Find ways to win’ The Bears’ latest win was maybe 20 minutes old when tight end Cole Kmet wondered whether they could do it again.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 2, 2023 Where will Bears QB Justin Fields be in 2024? Handicapping the odds The Bears’ decision to move on from Fields might be made for them.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2023 Answering the Bears’ biggest questions on the bye week, with 5 games left A look at what’s at stake for Matt Eberflus, Justin Fields, Ryan Poles and more over rest of the season.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 29, 2023 1st-and-10: Drops aside, Jaylon Johnson making his case The Bears cornerback needs to make the most of his big-play chances to be as good as he thinks he is. But just having those opportunities in recent games is an indication that as Matt Eberflus’ improving defense grows, Johnson’s impact will increase as well.