How the Bears must ramp up the pass rush against Baker Mayfield, Bucs
1 year, 3 months ago

How the Bears must ramp up the pass rush against Baker Mayfield, Bucs

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears defensive end DeMarcus Walker did not hesitate when asked about the unit’s biggest area of improvement heading into Week 2. Can’t second-guess my calf.” GO DEEPER Bears offense blame game is back: Is it Justin Fields? “Week to week, we do what we think is the best to affect the quarterback, and that certainly could be the case this week and we’ll see where it goes,” Eberflus said. The Bears don’t have the strongest slate of opposing quarterbacks on the schedule, but it won’t matter much if their pass rush resembles what we saw in Week 1.

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Bears fall flat in their first game under interim coach Thomas Brown
1 month ago

Bears fall flat in their first game under interim coach Thomas Brown

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The Chicago Bears responded to the first in-season coach firing in franchise history with a dud. “We got our butts kicked,” interim coach Thomas Brown said in his first game in place of the fired Matt Eberflus. “There’s no other way to say it.” Eberflus was fired on Nov. 29 after a string of bad late-game …

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers
1 month ago

The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Once-promising seasons hit new lows for the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers last week. The two reeling teams will try to get back on track on Sunday when the Bears visit the 49ers in Chicago’s first game under interim coach Thomas Brown. “It’s just been a rocky mountain for real with the injuries and other …

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds
1 month ago

Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on task at hand and not what his future holds

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Thomas Brown insists he’s focused on the job at hand and not the one he might have down the line. He spent last season as Carolina’s offensive coordinator and the previous three on Sean McVay’s staff with the Los Angeles Rams — the final two as assistant head coach. “I think it is a stepping stone …

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus
1 month, 1 week ago

Chicago Bears could find working with interim coach Thomas Brown different than with Matt Eberflus

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus’ firing by the Chicago Bears on Friday after the botched finish in a 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions only slightly impacts the team’s most important goal this season. Offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has been key in Williams’ improvement and now Brown is the interim head coach besides being the play caller. “Me and …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games
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1 month, 1 week ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Matt Eberflus was fired by the Chicago Bears on Friday, one day after botching a timeout in a loss at Detroit. We extend our gratitude for his commitment to the Chicago Bears and wish him and his family the best moving forward.” Eberflus was 14-32 in two-plus seasons with the Bears, who fell to 4-8 with their sixth …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North
1 month, 1 week ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North

LA Times  

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks with head coach Matt Eberflus during the team’s loss to the Lions in Detroit on Thursday. The Bears suffered another gut-wrenching loss in Week 11, losing to Green Bay at Soldier Field when Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field-goal attempt as time expired got blocked. The Bears drove into position for a tying field goal or winning …

Bears’ Eberflus stands by decision not to run another play prior to blocked FG against Packers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bears’ Eberflus stands by decision not to run another play prior to blocked FG against Packers

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — A day later, Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus stood by his decision to let the clock wind down rather than run another play prior to a last-second field goal attempt against Green Bay. The Bears ended a chaotic week in which they fired their offensive coordinator with their fourth straight loss, falling 20-19 to the Packers …

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Bears’ Eberflus takes responsibility after firing second offensive coordinator in 10 months

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Matt Eberflus insisted he takes responsibility for the Chicago Bears’ failures on offense. “I think we’ll do a good job of marrying everything up together, making everything look the same,” Williams said. “I don’t think anybody really asked for to be gone,” receiver DJ Moore said. I mean, it’s hard, but on to Thomas, and we …

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in the wake of another dismal outing, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. “All those adjustments and changes and things that we’re gonna do — we’re still in the evaluation phase of that.” Eberflus vowed to make changes following a 19-3 face-plant against the New …

Bears' Williams' Epic Performance Fuels Optimism for Crucial Games
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears' Williams' Epic Performance Fuels Optimism for Crucial Games

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears are set to take a rest week after their recent win against Jacksonville in London. Despite recent injuries, the defense remains a top unit, but the offense has struggled to find its rhythm. With the tough NFC North schedule approaching, the Bears need to find ways to improve their offense and defense to maintain their momentum.

Bears' Williams Showcases as They Roll into Bye with 4-2 Record
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears' Williams Showcases as They Roll into Bye with 4-2 Record

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears roll into their bye week with a 4-2 record and 3 straight wins. Caleb Williams has been a bright spot for the team, throwing for 226 yards and four touchdowns while rushing for 56 yards. The Bears have a top-10 defense and are looking more like a team that’s serious about contending for a playoff spot.

Bears QB Caleb Williams’ savvy running part of his big game in London: 5 takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears QB Caleb Williams’ savvy running part of his big game in London: 5 takeaways

New York Times  

When you throw four touchdown passes in a nationally televised game in London, what you do on the ground with your legs can be forgotten. GO DEEPER How Bears QB Caleb Williams bounced back from an early INT to put on a show in London Asked about Williams’ running style, Eberflus mentioned his quarterback’s experience playing running back in youth …

Vulnerable Rams’ defense needs complete turnover to compete with Packers
3 months, 1 week ago

Vulnerable Rams’ defense needs complete turnover to compete with Packers

LA Times  

The Rams’ defense was often running behind Roschon Johnson and the Bears’ offense in Week 4. “We’ve been stressing it’s about communication, playing together and I know we’ve had a few moving parts, but I don’t think it’s an excuse for anything,” first-year defensive coordinator Chris Shula said. “That’s the age-old question,” Shula said when asked what the Rams could …

Should Bears QB Caleb Williams be throwing 50 passes a game? 5 takeaways
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Should Bears QB Caleb Williams be throwing 50 passes a game? 5 takeaways

New York Times  

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams knew he threw the ball a lot in Sunday’s loss against the Indianapolis Colts, but he didn’t know his exact number of passes when he met the media at Lucas Oil Stadium. “And so, if it comes down to being 50 attempts and us slinging the ball around if it comes down to being 10 …

Another Bears Sunday squandered: What went wrong in Indianapolis?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Another Bears Sunday squandered: What went wrong in Indianapolis?

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — For a brief moment, the Chicago Bears had finally unlocked something on offense. “See what I could’ve done differently to make it happen.” A quick glance at the Bears’ box score and it looked like a lot of things started to click for a woeful offense. It’s gonna come together for us, but we’ve got to figure it …

Bears see improvement in Caleb Williams’ performance, but it comes in a 21-16 loss to Colts
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears see improvement in Caleb Williams’ performance, but it comes in a 21-16 loss to Colts

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams produced promising numbers in his third career NFL start. 1 overall draft topped the 300-yard mark for the first time and got the Bears into the end zone twice with the first two TD passes of his pro career, Williams could not complete a fourth-quarter comeback attempt at Indianapolis, suffering his second straight …

Bears need to improve offensive line to take pressure off Caleb Williams
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears need to improve offensive line to take pressure off Caleb Williams

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Caleb Williams had defenders coming at him one after another, constantly in his face whether they were sacking him or forcing him to rush throws. “So we have to do a really good job with that coming forward and not creating those distances for us there that aren’t favorable for us on offense that we can rely more …

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants
1 year ago

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears answered their most immediate offseason question. General manager Ryan Poles said he was impressed with Eberflus’ “leadership through hard times.” “We had some adversity early in the season, in the middle of the season, his ability to stand strong and keep the team together was incredible,” Poles said. “I just feel here, with …

With top pick in the draft and big questions about franchise’s future, Bears are on the clock
1 year ago

With top pick in the draft and big questions about franchise’s future, Bears are on the clock

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are on the clock. “There’s games you could pinpoint where it’s like, ‘Dang, if this was a different outcome, you’re talking about an 11-win season right there,’” receiver DJ Moore said Monday after his exit interview with Poles and Eberflus. But really, when I look at that, I feel like I left a …

Big-picture answers figure to come soon after Bears wrap up season at Green Bay
1 year ago

Big-picture answers figure to come soon after Bears wrap up season at Green Bay

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The big-picture questions for the Chicago Bears will start to be addressed soon. With one game remaining, Eberflus deflected questions this week about quarterback Justin Fields’ future as well as his own and offensive coordinator Luke Getsy’s. He wouldn’t say if he would continue to call defensive plays — duties he took on when defensive coordinator …

Eberflus hopes to see more big passing plays in Bears’ final 2 games
1 year ago

Eberflus hopes to see more big passing plays in Bears’ final 2 games

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears have a star receiver in DJ Moore, another potential deep threat in Darnell Mooney and an improved offensive line. That’s what you need to do.” The Bears are averaging 182.6 yards passing. While they didn’t force any turnovers against Arizona, they held the Cardinals 213 yards passing after giving up 348 against Cleveland. That’s why you see …

Bears mock draft reaction: Is Caleb Williams the right call at No. 1? Is a QB?
1 year, 1 month ago

Bears mock draft reaction: Is Caleb Williams the right call at No. 1? Is a QB?

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus presented the game ball to the entire team after its 12-10 win against the Minnesota Vikings on “Monday Night Football.” “A new beginning right here,” he said. In Dane Brugler’s first mock draft, he has the Bears taking USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the first pick. Poles, the Bears’ scouting staff …

Bears QB Justin Fields missed his 4th straight game; Eberflus wouldn’t say if he’ll play next week
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears QB Justin Fields missed his 4th straight game; Eberflus wouldn’t say if he’ll play next week

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields missed his fourth consecutive game because of a dislocated right thumb. And while Carolina has one of the league’s worst offenses, Chicago has been stingy in recent weeks, holding opponents under 300 yards in three of the past five games. KEY NUMBER 3 — The Bears had three sacks, just the …

Even the Bears can’t screw up this week’s game against Carolina. (Can they?)
1 year, 2 months ago

Even the Bears can’t screw up this week’s game against Carolina. (Can they?)

New York Times  

Forgive me for the outdated pop-culture reference — a staple of the sports columnist lexicon — but the Bears should be able to “Parker Lewis” it this week. As you might’ve heard, the Bears own the Panthers’ first-round pick as a result of GM Ryan Poles’ heady trade with Carolina earlier in the year. Top 50 prospects ⤵️https://t.co/izqLs9TuzQ — The …

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears fire running backs coach David Walker, leaving Eberflus down 2 assistants

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears fired running backs coach David Walker on Wednesday, leaving coach Matt Eberflus down two assistants after defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigned in September and raising more questions about the team’s culture. He also would not say if he felt blindsided by Walker’s situation or the one involving Williams, who resigned Sept. 20, saying …

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks
1 year, 3 months ago

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks

New York Times  

The questions about firings piled up this week. He’s going to be the important voice, and as the new one, maybe the whole “the Bears have never fired a head coach in season” stat becomes irrelevant. GO DEEPER How the Bears — and Justin Fields — wasted Fields’ career day in latest confounding loss Do you think getting stuffed by …

Questionable decisions by Bears coaching staff play a role in heartbreaking loss to Broncos
1 year, 3 months ago

Questionable decisions by Bears coaching staff play a role in heartbreaking loss to Broncos

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Bears coach Matt Eberflus praised his team’s passion and energy. He said the team’s execution was “really good in spots,” and that was “a big improvement.” He pointed to what he called “a lot good moments in there.” It was quite the take on Chicago’s 14th consecutive loss dating to last season, one in which the Bears blew …

Bears not getting impact plays from front 7 despite offseason investment
1 year, 3 months ago

Bears not getting impact plays from front 7 despite offseason investment

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Bears vs. Commanders on Thursday Night Football The Chicago Bears’ first, third, fourth and fifth highest-paid free agents this offseason play in the front seven, part of general manager Ryan Poles’ overhaul of the defensive front. Part of the “it’s only three games, but it’s been really bad” dissection of the Bears has to …

Bears wrap up dismal week with disappointing performance in 41-10 loss in KC
1 year, 3 months ago

Bears wrap up dismal week with disappointing performance in 41-10 loss in KC

Associated Press  

— The Chicago Bears could have turned around what had been a miserable week with 60 minutes of inspired football Sunday. But things went sideways Wednesday, when Williams abruptly resigned “to take care of my health and family,” keeping the Bears short-handed while they prepared for one of the league’s best offenses. “Everybody’s got to take a hard look at …

Is it time for the Bears to think about Justin Fields and their future at QB?
1 year, 3 months ago

Is it time for the Bears to think about Justin Fields and their future at QB?

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Bears vs. It’s not time to put in Tyson Bagent or Nathan Peterman, but after another loss — albeit to the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs — in which Justin Fields was 11-for-22 for 99 yards with a touchdown pass while down 38 points and an interception, when does the organization reach the stage …

Justin Fields vs. the scheme? O-line moves coming? Bears mailbag, Week 3 picks
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Fields vs. the scheme? O-line moves coming? Bears mailbag, Week 3 picks

New York Times  

The best thing that could happen to the Bears this week is they get to play a football game on Sunday. The Bears will have their hands full against Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the NFL’s reigning MVP. • This will be former head coach Matt Nagy’s first game against the Bears since he was fired after the 2021 season. The …

Bears get to see how they stack up after making big changes
1 year, 4 months ago

Bears get to see how they stack up after making big changes

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears made big moves in the offseason they hope will help catapult them from the bottom of the NFL. “I would say I feel better about the identity overall, just because we’re in the system one more year, the coaches are more familiar with the players, the players that we have, bringing the new …

Bears look for Fields to make jump after trading for Moore, adding to offensive line
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears look for Fields to make jump after trading for Moore, adding to offensive line

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears gave quarterback Justin Fields a new playmaking receiver and added to their offensive line in an effort to provide him with better protection. But in the pass game, look at the different scenarios, situations, two-minute, and continue to improve that.” Fields dazzled last season with his blistering speed, not to mention instincts and …

Bears counting on Justin Fields to take another step after trading for DJ Moore and adding to line
1 year, 5 months ago

Bears counting on Justin Fields to take another step after trading for DJ Moore and adding to line

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS CAMP SITE: Lake Forest, Ill. KEY ADDITIONS: Team president Kevin Warren, WR DJ Moore, OT Darnell Wright, G Nate Davis, RB D’Onta Foreman, TE Robert Tonyan, RB Travis Homer, DE DeMarcus Walker, LB Tremaine Edmunds, LB T.J. Edwards, QB P.J. KEY LOSSES: Former team president Ted Phillips, RB David Montgomery, QB Trevor Siemian, C Sam Mustipher, OL Riley …

Bears mailbag: Luke Getsy’s future? Velus Jones Jr.’s struggles? ‘Hard Knocks’?
2 years, 2 months ago

Bears mailbag: Luke Getsy’s future? Velus Jones Jr.’s struggles? ‘Hard Knocks’?

New York Times  

You would never know the Bears are 3-6 this week. For example, here’s a look at the Bears’ personnel packages in the first six games — “11 personnel” is one running back, one tight end and three wide receivers. — Jason L. The Bears would be a strong candidate, and they’ll likely be one of the teams that can be …

Bears get extra time to regroup following frustrating loss
2 years, 2 months ago

Bears get extra time to regroup following frustrating loss

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Justin Fields was feeling it physically and mentally after a third straight loss. The Chicago Bears’ quarterback vented following a 12-7 loss to the struggling Washington Commanders, frustrated by missed opportunities and a little banged up to add to his misery. “He’s a little bit sore today,” coach Matt Eberflus said Friday. “But he’ll be OK.” …

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach
2 years, 4 months ago

Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach

Associated Press  

CHICAGO BEARS New faces: GM Ryan Poles, coach Matt Eberflus, LB Joe Thomas, CB Kyler Gordon, S Jaquan Brisker, WR Velus Jones Jr., DE Al-Quadin Muhammad, DL Justin Jones, KR/PR Byron Pringle, QB Trevor Siemian, TE Ryan Griffin, LB Matthew Adams, CB Tavon Young, FB Khari Blasingame, LB Nicholas Morrow, C Lucas Patrick, TE James O’Shaughnessy, DB Dane Cruikshank, WR …

Bears’ progress at minicamp comes without DE Robert Quinn
2 years, 6 months ago

Bears’ progress at minicamp comes without DE Robert Quinn

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears can’t get defensive end Robert Quinn to come to practice at Halas Hall and can’t get their passing duo of quarterback Justin Fields and Darnell Mooney to leave. We know he’s going to come back in tip-top.” In Tuesday’s practice, even without Quinn the defense seemed to have the edge on Fields and …

Bears try to prove they can support QB Justin Fields
2 years, 7 months ago

Bears try to prove they can support QB Justin Fields

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — From his work ethic to understanding a new offense, quarterback Justin Fields has convinced his new coaches with the Chicago Bears that he is making progress. “I’ve seen him just develop day to day, just keep getting better and keep learning the system and now he’s starting to take control,” Bears coach Matt Eberflus said Tuesday …

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator
2 years, 11 months ago

Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears hired Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator on Sunday, raiding the staff of rival Green Bay to find the assistant they feel is best suited to install a successful scheme for Justin Fields. Since Getsy moved into his previous role at the start of the 2020 season, Rodgers has 24 games with multiple touchdown …

Rams vs. Bears: The biggest stars in the game ... might get crushed by these guys
5 years, 1 month ago

Rams vs. Bears: The biggest stars in the game ... might get crushed by these guys

LA Times  

They were selected eight picks apart in the 2014 NFL draft, last year signed record-setting extensions within 24 hours of each other and combined to win the last three defensive player of the year awards. On Sunday, Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald and Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack are expected to enjoy starring roles at the Coliseum. “If you don’t …

Rams hope youngsters can keep offense in line against aggressive Bears defense
5 years, 1 month ago

Rams hope youngsters can keep offense in line against aggressive Bears defense

LA Times  

The Bears’ Leonard Floyd puts pressure on Rams quarterback Jared Goff in the first quarter of their game in Chicago last December. “It’s not always going to be perfect back there,” Goff said Wednesday, “and if it’s not, I’ll be just fine. “When you play quarterback, at times, it’s not always going to be like we had the last couple …

Bears’ dominant defense hands Rams most ‘humbling’ loss under Sean McVay
6 years, 1 month ago

Bears’ dominant defense hands Rams most ‘humbling’ loss under Sean McVay

LA Times  

Quarterback Jared Goff of the Rams gets the football stripped by Khalil Mack of the Chicago Bears in the third quarter at Soldier Field. Even defensive players who collectively played one of their best games of the season said they could have done more in Sunday night’s 15-6 loss to the Chicago Bears before 61,695 at Soldier Field. “We all …

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