Phil Thompson

For the time I knew him, Troy Murray was a great ambassador of hockey, willing to share his knowledge in hallways and locker rooms as much as he did in the booth. What a kind and jovial spirit! Bless you on your voyage, Troy.

Chicago Bears to acquire center Garrett Bradbury from New England Patriots for 2027 5th-round pick, per report The Chicago Bears on Friday addressed their need for a center after Drew Dalman’s unexpected retirement by trading for veteran Garrett Bradbury.

The Bears on Friday addressed their need for a center after Drew Dalman’s unexpected retirement by trading for veteran Garrett Bradbury.

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“It’s pretty fun to look back and see that we got three guys here at the combine. … Carnell only spent one year there. I wish I got to play with him for more but COVID happened and derailed everything.”

—Indiana center Pat Coogan on fellow Marist High (Chicago) alums Carnell Tate and Jimmy Rolder

“I almost shed a tear.”

—Kansas offensive lineman and Villa Park native Enrique Cruz gets hyped up about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show and Humboldt Park and other Puerto Rican neighborhoods in Chicago. #nfl #nflcombine

Iowa punt/kick returner Kaden Wetjen talks about his admiration of Hall of Fame Bears return specialist Devin Hester: “He was making plays and super fearless.”

Bears GM Ryan Poles on how he has gotten caught up in the stadium relocation drama:

“Texts, random calls from people I don't know how they have my number, to being in Grand Cayman and bumping up in the pool and (people) start telling me about where they want the stadium.”

Chicago Bears may be in line for compensatory draft picks, GMs Ryan Poles and Ian Cunningham say Ian Cunningham indicated he believes the Chicago Bears are due compensation for his hiring as the Atlanta Falcons general manager.

Chicago Bears may be in line for compensatory draft picks, GMs Ryan Poles and Ian Cunningham say

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NFL combine: Looking at the Chicago Bears’ positions of need — and the prospects who could fill them The Chicago Bears head to the NFL scouting combine with a focus on five positions: edge rusher, defensive tackle, left tackle, safety and linebacker.

NFL combine: Looking at the Chicago Bears' positions of need — and the prospects who could fill them

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Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle takes job as Baltimore Ravens play caller Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson supported Declan Doyle pursuing a job that offered the chance to call plays, and in Baltimore he’ll work with QB Lamar Jackson.

Bears fans, how do you feel about Declan Doyle going to Baltimore? Who would you like to see as the Bears’ new OC?

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Chicago Bears roster breakdown: How the defensive players fared in 2025 — and their contract statuses for 2026 Here’s a look at how Chicago Bears defensive players fared in 2025, what their contract statuses are and how Ryan Poles might evaluate each position.

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Chicago Bears CB Nahshon Wright added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster as an injury replacement Nahshon Wright joins three Chicago Bears teammates on the NFC Pro Bowl roster, their most honorees since 2019.

After being snubbed in the initial voting, Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright received his first Pro Bowl nod today as an injury replacement for the Eagles' Quinyon Mitchell.

That gives the Bears four honorees, their most since 2019.

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“The thing that stood out about DJ, the level of toughness rubbed off on the whole team.”

—Bears GM Ryan Poles on wide receiver DJ Moore

“I heard the whole Cardiac Bears thing. I’d rather not be the Cardiac Bears. … I don’t think you want to be living on the edge all the time.”

—Bears GM Ryan Poles

“I think Kevin (Byard III) is a special player. I’ve got no problem saying I’d like to have him back.”

—Bears GM Ryan Poles

Bears GM Ryan Poles:

“Jaylon Johnson, minor thing, no surgery. He had a wrist (injury).”

“I’ve never seen Soldier Field like that before.”

—Bears GM Ryan Poles thanking the fans, saying they “brought it.”

“We have have to be better catching the football. That will be a point of emphasis in the spring time.”

—Bears coach Ben Johnson

“There is no building off of this. We go back to square one.”

—Bears coach Ben Johnson

“These last two games I’ll never forget. Just the energy, the vibe.”

—Ben Johnson on the Bears’ two playoff games

"We have ignited a belief ... this city believes in this team. I've been saying Chicago deserves a winner and just hoping that we gave this city something to be proud about. Obviously, we fell short."

--Kevin Byard III on Monday after the Bears' playoff loss to the Rams Sunday

"Finding ways to bring that hunger all four quarters, every single game, is something that's important."

--Caleb Williams

FINAL: Rams top the Bears 20-17 in OT

> Kyren Williams 21 for 87 yards (4.1 avg) 2 TDs

> Caleb Williams 23/42 for 257 yards, 2 TDs, 3 INTs, 59.3 rating

> Bears D: 4 sacks; Bears O: 417-340 in total yds

FINAL: Rams beat the Bears on Harrison Mevis’ 42-yard field goal, 20-17 in overtime.

10 plays, 54 yards, 3:20

Caleb Williams is intercepted by Kam Curl.

Rams kneel. We're going to overtime.

Caleb Williams throws a 14-yard, desperation miracle to Cole Kmet to tie the game 17-17 (with PAT). Because, of course.

7 plays, 50 yards, 1:32

Rams' Ethan Evans shanks the punt, 33 yards to midfield.

Kyren Williams scores on a 5-yard run to give the Rams a 17-10 lead on the Bears with 8:50 left.

14 plays, 91 yards, 6:02

Soldier Field attendance: 60,253

Caleb Williams is intercepted at midfield throwing into double coverage to Luther Burden. Pick is by Cobie Durant.