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Here's who Bears fans think will lead Chicago in rushing in Week 2 vs. Lions

Big changes could be coming to the Chicago Bears' rushing attack, especially after D'Andre Swift's underwhelming 17 carries for 53 yards against the Minnesota Vikings in the opener.

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Fantasy Football experts predict big day for Bears' Rome Odunze vs. Lions

The Chicago Bears are looking for another hot start Sunday in Week 2 of the NFL season. But this time, against the NFC North rival Lions in Detroit, they're also hoping for a decent finish.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 14

Chicago Bears inactives: Here's who's in, out for Week 2 against Lions

The Chicago Bears received some good news and some bad news on the inactives list for Week 2's game against the Detroit Lions. First, here's who's in: Grady Jarrett and Jaylon Johnson.

Ben Johnson News / Pro Football Talk / September 14

Ben Johnson is experiencing the difference between coordinator and coach

It's a tale as old as overtime. There's a dramatic difference between being a coordinator and being a head coach. Some coordinators thrive at the next rung on the ladder.

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The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season most recently for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 14

Chicago Bears game day checklist for Week 2 against Detroit Lions

It wasn't like losing on the last play in Washington after Tyrique Stevenson messed up is coverage on a Hail Mary. Rather, Ben Johnson's opener with the Bears was more like a slow-motion version of that type of loss, with numerous mistake made by players and the head coach resulting in a 27-24 defeat by Minnesota.

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The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments

Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 14

Bears' biggest X-factor in Week 2 vs Lions, and it's not Caleb Williams

A Week 2 matchup is never truly a 'must win' game, considering how long the NFL season is. But that's what this feels like for both the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions on Sunday anyway.

Chicago Bears News / The Lead / September 14

Bears Hope Consistency Will Propel Them to Huge Week 2 Win

The first drive of the season for the Bears showed their fans something they had been craving for so long — a well-oiled offensive machine. Then, in true Bears fashion, they gave up three fourth-quarter touchdowns to drop their season opener to the Vikings.

NFL News / Windy City Gridiron / September 13

WCG Predicts Chicago Bears vs Detroit Lions

Below you will find our WCG contributors’ roundtable predictions for the Chicago Bears vs. the Detroit Lions this Sunday at 12:00pm CST. Gooch: Game score 28-21, Bears. 340 yards passing for Caleb – 2 passing TDs, one to Rome. Montez Sweat posts 1.5 sacks.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13

NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, Tremaine Edmunds, Bears, Lions

The Bears suffered a tough season-opening loss to the Vikings despite holding a 17-6 lead at one point. Chicago LB Tremaine Edmunds highlighted their need to do a better job closing teams out when they have the chance to remove all doubt. “Honestly, I think a lot of it was us (the defense),” Edmunds said, via Marquee Sports Network.

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

Caleb Williams admits 'frustration' at bad passes in Week 1 loss to Vikings

Chicago Bears' head coach Ben Johnson has been open about his goals for quarterback Caleb Williams this season: 4,000 yards passing on 70-percent completions.

Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

Cole Kmet draws league's third-highest fine of the week

Bears tight end Cole Kmet came away with one of the most costly NFL fines from Week 1. Kmet was fined $17,389 for unnecessary roughness on a leg whip with 9:46 remaining in the game.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

Bears practice squad moves include elevating Tonah Kpassagnon

For the second straight week, defensive end Tonah Kpassagnon will play a role in the Bears pass rush. The Bears promote Kpassagnon from the practice squad through standard elevation on Saturday for the game Sunday against Detroit.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

2026 NFL Mock Draft sends Bears the fix for Ben Johnson's biggest problem on offense

The Chicago Bears and coach Ben Johnson are only one week into the 2025 regular season, but it's already becoming clear that there's a problem at running back.

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

Bears vs. Lions, Week 2: Final score prediction

The Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions are facing the same unenviable fate as their Week 2 matchup approaches. The loser of this game will fall to 0-2, both overall and in the division, making their quest for a postseason berth that much more challenging.

Jake Moody News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13

Bears Make Three Moves, Officially Sign K Jake Moody To PS

Per Brad Biggs, the Bears officially signed former 49ers K Jake Moody to their practice squad, among other moves. Chicago DE Tanoh Kpassagnon has been elevated to the active roster, WR Jahdae Walker has been downgraded to out, and DE Xavier Carlton has been placed on the practice squad IR list.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 13

Best matchups for Chicago Bears to exploit Sunday against the Lions

For 6 1/2-point favorites in their first home game of the season and coming off a division title, the Detroit Lions sure have a lot of obvious matchup problems trying to stop the Chicago Bears on both sides of the football.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12

Four players, coaches under most pressure in NFL Week 2

Let's take a look at four players and coaches who are under the most pressure to perform going into Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season.

Pete Carroll raises eyebrows with remarks on bitter Jim Harbaugh rivalry

Lions coach is sick and tired of hearing about Ben Johnson

Lions have troubling 'chemistry' problem before playing Bears

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Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / September 12

Bears CB Kyler Gordon out, CB Jaylon Johnson to play vs. Lions

Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon was ruled out for Sunday's road game against the Detroit Lions with a hamstring injury. Gordon was a late addition to the injury report last week and also missed the season opener Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings.

Montez Sweat News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Chicago Bears DE Montez Sweat has someone looking over his shoulder

The Chicago Bears pass rush was noticeable against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 1. The Bears sacked J.J. McCarthy three times in his debut for the Vikings on Monday night.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12

Lions coach is sick and tired of hearing about Ben Johnson

The Detroit Lions are preparing to face their former offensive coordinator for the first time since he left the team, but one member of the current coaching staff has grown tired of talking about it.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 12

Chicago Bears officially put captain on notice with signing

The Chicago Bears wasted no time in puting a team captain on notice following a disappointing 27-24 loss to the Minnesota VIkings in Week 1. The Bears had several opportunities to put away the Vikings, but issues on offense and special teams contributed the second half disaster.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 11

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams receives surprise support from former NFL quarterback

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears offense spun their wheels for most of Monday night’s 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears scored a touchdown on their opening drive of the game, but didn’t score another offensive touchdown until 2:02 remained in the fourth quarter.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11

Did Caleb Williams discover cause of accuracy issues in Bears' loss to Vikings?

Caleb Williams touched upon the accuracy issues he endured following halftime of Monday's contest.

Bears' Ben Johnson doesn't hold back on Caleb Williams' mistakes in loss to Vikings

Peyton Manning calls out Ben Johnson for key mistake in Bears debut

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D.J. Moore News / Gridiron Heroics / September 10

Shocking Scene: Bears WR DJ Moore Collapses on Field After MNF Game as Team Staff Rushes In

In a wild Week 1 Monday Night Football finish on September 8, 2025, Chicago Bears wideout DJ Moore went down hard after a brutal grab and hit. He managed to walk off after getting checked on the sidelines, but as players exchanged handshakes postgame, Moore suddenly went down again, and four staffers sprinted over to help.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10