Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs applauds the Chicago Bears’ blockbuster trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, noting the Bears have upgraded their defense. Simmons, acquired for the Titans’ 2027 and 2028 first‑round picks plus a fourth‑rounder, debuted with six tackles, a sack and a pass deflection in a 34‑17 win over Seattle. Jacobs hints Green Bay has “a very special player” returning, keeping the NFC North rivalry heated as both squads eye upcoming matchups.
The Chicago Bears’ season surges after trading for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, whose debut helped Chicago beat the defending Super Bowl champs 34-17. Now 6‑2 and riding a sparkly offense led by sophomore quarterback Caleb Williams, the Bears look set to clinch the NFC North and make a deep playoff run. The article warns General Manager Ryan Poles to resist a blockbuster deadline move—especially a costly pursuit of former Bear Khalil Mack— and instead consider only a modest upgrade, like a veteran backup tight end (e.g., Dallas Goedert) after Cole Kmet’s season‑ending injury.
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet breaks down the Buccaneers‑Bears clash on Sunday Night Football. Tampa Bay (rank 6) is a 6‑point underdog with a 20.25 implied total, while Chicago (rank 20) holds a +10:53 time‑of‑possession edge. Both teams dominate the ground game—Bucs gain the league‑best 88.6 rushing yards per game, Bears 64.0 (second). Rushing accounts for 68% of Chicago’s touchdowns (league‑high) and 60% of Tampa’s. Quarterback Caleb Williams (QB12) is 70.9% complete, but the Bears’ low 37.7% red‑zone pass rate caps his upside. Tampa’s defense leads in EPA and blitzes, yet the Bucs allow the highest interception rate (4.4%). The worksheet’s stats help gauge Williams as a fringe QB1 and assess rushing‑heavy scoring potential.
Earnest Brown IV, the Chicago Bears' 6'5", 270‑lb defensive end wearing #99, is currently on the practice squad. Born Jan. 8, 1999 in Aubrey, TX, he played college football at Northwestern and has three NFL seasons under his belt, appearing in 12 games with 14 total tackles and 5 solo stops but no sacks. Brown’s 2022 and 2023 stats show limited action, and the profile lists his basic bio, physical measurements, and roster status as of the 2026 season.
Breaking down the latest NFL trade rumors, including a two-horse race for Colts WR Josh Downs, the Bears' next move after Jeffery Simmons and a potential Derrick Henry trade.
In this episode of Bears Over Beers, hosts Ryan Droste and Bryan Orenchuk break down the Chicago Bears' upcoming Sunday Night Football showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They preview how the Bears will tackle Bucs stars Bucky Irving and Baker Mayfield, reflect on the Bears' recent dominant win over Seattle, and set the stage for the prime‑time clash. Listeners can stream the video or podcast across major platforms.
The Chicago Bears confirm quarterback Caleb Williams is healthy and thriving after Week 8. Back from a three‑game hamstring layoff, Williams threw 24‑of‑34 for 247 yards, one TD and no picks in a 34‑17 win over Seattle, lifting Chicago to a 6‑2 record and a three‑game winning streak. He’s now 112‑of‑158 for 1,267 yards, six touchdowns and just one interception this season, extending his streak to 36 games without multiple interceptions. The Bears, eyeing the NFC North lead, host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next, while Williams continues to silence doubters.
Bears trade rumors suggest Ryan Poles is still searching for defensive help after Chicago's expensive acquisition of Jeffery Simmons.
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba is on pace to rewrite the NFL record books. After a 118‑yard, touchdown performance in a 34‑17 loss to the Chicago Bears, he logged his seventh 100‑yard game in eight contests, totaling 985 yards and nine TDs. His current 123.1 yards per game projects to about 2,093 yards—a potential new single‑season receiving record that would also make him the league’s first 2,000‑yard receiver. At 24, Smith‑Njigba is chasing Calvin Johnson’s 1,964‑yard mark from 2012 and could surpass it before the 16th game. The Seahawks must keep their passing game healthy to sustain the chase.
The Chicago Bears moved defensive tackle Kentavius Street to injured reserve after a knee injury in the 34‑17 win over Seattle, effectively ending his season, coach Ben Johnson said. To fill the roster spot, the team promoted practice‑squad tight end Stephen Carlson to the 53‑man roster, keeping the TE group stocked while Cole Kmet remains on IR. Additionally, veteran defensive lineman Earnest Brown IV joins the practice squad. Chicago now heads into Sunday’s 7:20 p.m. CT game against Tampa Bay with a reshuffled interior line.
Skip Bayless praises Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams after the Bears' 34-17 road win over the Seattle Seahawks on Nov. 2, 2026. Williams completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and a touchdown, leading Chicago to a 6-2 record and its third straight victory. Bayless posted that the Bears “flashed their Super Bowl potential,” noting Williams’ rapid development, D’Andre Swift’s three rushing scores, and a strong defensive showing that limited Seattle to 252 yards and forced a turnover. The Bears now aim to extend their momentum against Tampa Bay on Sunday night, improving to 7-2.
The Chicago Bears, sidelining tight end Cole Kmet for the season with a knee injury, are scouting a trade before the deadline. While rookie Sam Roush and practice‑ squad player Stephen Carlson back up starter Colston Loveland, the team lacks a true blocker. Analyst Ben Solak suggests the Bears could acquire Panthers’ former fourth‑round pick Ja’Tavion Sanders—currently a depth‑chart scratch—for a 2027 sixth‑round pick. Sanders, 23, recorded 62 catches for 532 yards and two TDs over his first two seasons, offering a low‑risk lottery ticket at TE3.
The Bears dominate Week 8, beating Seattle 34-17 to improve to 6-2. Pro Football Network Impact grades highlight standout performances: QB Caleb Williams posts a 78.0 rating (10th among 28 QBs) with top EPA metrics, while RB D’Andre Swift earns 81.4 (6th among RBs). WR Luther Burden III and Rome Odunze rank among the league’s best pass‑catchers, and guards Jonah Jackson (85.1) and Joe Thuney (82.4) secure top‑ten grades. On defense, rookie DT Jeffery Simmons shines with an 89.9 rating (3rd among DTs), adding a sack and six tackles, and DE Montez Sweat (80.0) and LB Devin Bush (82.6) each record sacks. Kicker Cairo Santos and punter Tory Taylor also post top‑10 special‑team grades.
With the Indianapolis Colts looking to move on from their veterans, the Chicago Bears should be all over star cornerback Charvarius Ward.
Quarterback Caleb Williams leads the Chicago Bears to a statement 31‑24 win over defending champion Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football (Week 8, Nov. 4, 2026). After the victory, Williams recalled hearing that Chicago has always been a "Bears town" even during Michael Jordan’s 1990s Bulls dynasty, prompting former Giants DE Chris Canty to criticize the comment on First Take. Skip Bayless jumped in, defending Williams and claiming the 1985 Bears still eclipse the Bulls in Chicago loyalty. The controversy highlights the Bears’ championship push while keeping the focus on their latest upset.
Wednesday’s NFL roster moves see several teams activating players from IR and bolstering practice squads. The 49ers bring back DB Nate Hobbs and WR Demarcus Robinson, while the Rams activate TE Terrance Ferguson, LB Myles Garrett and RB Ronnie Rivers. The Patriots and Cardinals each designate two players to return from injured reserve. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers claim G Trevor Keegan and waive Luke Haggard, and the Vikings add RB DeeJay Dallas and T Corey Robinson. Multiple clubs—Bears, Browns, Lions, and others—sign a dozen players to practice squads, including RB Hassan Haskins (Browns) and LB Joe Bachie (Lions). These moves shape depth charts ahead of the weekend’s games.
The Chicago Bears, after bolstering their line with Jeffery Simmons, are urged to add Miami Dolphins edge rusher Josh Uche before the trade deadline. Currently, Montez Sweat leads with seven QB hits and three sacks, while Austin Booker matches the team lead with four sacks. Uche, a free agent after 2026, has recorded 29 tackles, five QB hits and two sacks in seven games, earning a 75.4 PFF grade (23rd of 111 edge rushers). ESPN’s Seth Walder argues the Bears can find a bargain to pair Uche with their existing pass‑rush trio and improve their Super Bowl odds.
Fantasy managers get a clear Week 9 kicker guide from ClutchPoints. Stream Chicago’s Cairo Santos, who’s riding a 30‑point‑plus offense and has nailed long kicks (up to 58 yards), and Las Vegas’ Matt Gay, who’s staying hot after a 53‑yard field goal and five extra points against the Jets. Washington’s Drew Stevens also earns a start after a 56‑yard game‑winning field goal against Philadelphia and a 14‑of‑17 season conversion rate. On the flip side, Kansas City’s Harrison Butker is a sit due to recent miss‑rates and a struggling Chiefs offense. The piece breaks down each kicker’s recent volume, matchups and fantasy upside.
Caleb Williams breaks Aaron Rodgers' NFL record with a 36‑game streak of at least 20 pass attempts and no more than one interception, highlighted by a 34‑17 win over Seattle on Nov 1, 2026. Williams completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and a TD, guiding the Bears to four touchdowns while avoiding multiple‑interception games. The streak measures his ability to handle a heavy workload without giving up repeated turnovers, a rare feat for a young quarterback tasked with a demanding offense. The achievement underscores Williams' growing reliability and adds a new chapter to Chicago’s quarterback history.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers claim former Vikings guard Trevor Keegan off waivers, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports. Keegan, a 2024 fifth‑round pick who won a Super Bowl with the Eagles and played seven games for Minnesota this season, joins a Bucs line that has sparked a turnaround after an 0‑4 start, highlighted by a 16‑0 shutout of the Falcons in Week 8. The 26‑year‑old, a three‑time All‑Big Ten honoree and 2022 national champion at Michigan, will debut as Tampa Bay heads to Chicago for Sunday Night Football against the Bears.
The Chicago Bears have a 16-man practice squad, but the list will be fluid, and we’ll update it throughout the year. UPDATE (10/6): The Bears signed wideout Scotty Miller and corner Elijah Jones. They waived corner De’Antre Prince, UPDATE (10/5): The Bears released defensive end Marcus Davenport after he requested his release; he then retired. Practice […]
Here is the Chicago Bears 53-man roster for the 2026 season, which we’ll update as transactions are made. 10/13 UPDATES: The Bears activated defensive lineman Shemar Turner from the PUP list and placed defensive end Montez Sweat on the Reserve/Suspended by Commissioner list. OFFENSE (23) Quarterback (3): Caleb Williams, Tyson Bagent, Case Keenum Running back […]
Opta Analyst breaks down the 2026 NFL landscape after Week 8, separating true contenders from pretenders. The Chicago Bears lead the NFC North with an 85.2% playoff chance (6‑2) after bolstering their defense with Jeffery Simmons, while the Detroit Lions sit at 82.6% (5‑2) despite defensive inconsistency. The San Francisco 49ers dominate league‑wide with a 96% playoff probability (6‑1, +58 point differential, 51.6% offensive success). The Cincinnati Bengals rank second in team rating (13.29) and hold a 93.2% chance (offensive success 48.96%). Buffalo Bills (91.6% chance, 6‑1) and Jacksonville Jaguars (82.4% chance, 5‑2, +85 points) also feature strong cases, each with favorable remaining schedules. The analysis uses offensive/defensive success rates, point differentials and schedule strength to forecast the second half of the season.
The Chicago Bears place defensive tackle Kentavius Street on injured reserve after a knee injury in the Monday night win over Seattle. To fill the roster spot, they promote tight end Stephen Carlson from the practice squad and sign defensive tackle Earnest Brown. Street, a 2018 fourth‑round pick, has bounced around the league with one‑year deals in New Orleans, Philadelphia, Atlanta and now Chicago, logging nine tackles, two for loss and one sack in eight games this season.
The Chicago Bears, fresh off the blockbuster acquisition of All‑Pro DT Jeffery Simmons, are still hunting cornerbacks as the 2026 trade deadline looms. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says the Bears have a growing need at the position, with Washington’s Mike Sainristil and Philadelphia’s Riq Woolen emerging as potential targets, though the Commanders may not be willing to part with Sainristil. Detroit is also in the mix, and former Bear corner Nahshon Wright is on the radar. Meanwhile, the Bears are linked to edge rushers like Khalil Mack, but the Chargers appear reluctant to trade him. The deadline is Nov. 10, with the Commanders (2‑4‑1) and Eagles (2‑6) both facing roster decisions.