Last week was a cataclysmic one for the Bears franchise. It opened with news that the Bears were pivoting their focus for a new stadium from Arlington Heights to the lakefront, although that situation remains fluid. That led to the start of free agency, which saw the Bears fill some holes before pulling off a … Read more
The Justin Fields rumors and reports of being traded to the Falcons appear to be overblown. A new report from Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio says Kirk Cousins is “seriously considering moving his family to Atlanta.” Florio couldn’t delve into the specifics of this report, but cited his report from “very credible indications.” Florio reported … Read more
The Bears are going to draft Caleb Williams. That was always believed to be the case, but a week spent in Indianapolis at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine backed that up. The Bears haven’t completely locked in the Williams decision yet, but all signs point to the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner being the selection at … Read more
Recently, The Athletic polled eight different NFL coaches and executives in a brilliant, resourceful story about Justin Fields’ trade value this offseason. Here are the main takeaways from the coaches and execs. “The majority opinion is the Bears would corral a second- or third-round pick, but there was some variation in those responses,” Jeff Howe … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS — The Bears maintain that they arrived in Indianapolis for the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine still early in the information-gathering stage of their franchise-defining quarterback journey. Both general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus talked Tuesday in Indianapolis, painting a picture of a franchise that wants everyone to believe things are up … Read more
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — One of the first things head coach Matt Eberflus did after the Bears’ 30-12 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday was praise injured quarterback Justin Fields for his help both in-game and during the week. With Fields out with a dislocated right thumb, undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent started and … Read more
A lot went wrong in the Bears’ 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Sunday, big and small. Justin Fields’ hand injury easily ranks tops among all the unfortunate developments, but there were plenty of other factors in the loss, like failing to capitalize on takeaway opportunities. On Monday, former Bears head coach Dave Wannstedt joined … Read more
CHICAGO — There’s a common thread among successful people regardless of their field: An unshakable self-confidence that stems from an internal belief that their process prepares them to excel in the highest pressure situations. Say what you will about Tyson Bagent. Yes, he’s an undrafted rookie from Division II Shepherd College who made the Bears’ … Read more
Never underestimate the mediocrity of the NFL. Just when you thought the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles would cruise to 6-0 records Sunday, both laid eggs against undermanned teams. The 49ers rolled into Cleveland and took an early 7-0 lead before getting stuck in neutral and falling to backup quarterback P.J. Walker. The Eagles, … Read more
LANDOVER, Md. — What a roller coaster the first five weeks of the NFL season have been for the Bears and quarterback Justin Fields. A clunky offensive scheme, poor execution, and robotic play through the first three weeks saw Fields post numbers that would easily have him listed as one of the worst starting quarterbacks … Read more