Big-picture answers figure to come soon after Bears wrap up season at Green Bay
11 months, 3 weeks 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 Alan Williams resigned early in the season — assuming he continues as the Bears’ coach. “We’ll talk about all those big-picture questions after the season, with Ryan and myself and we’ll see where it goes from there,” he said when asked about Fields. Winning’s hard to get in the NFL so you’ve got to celebrate every one.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season!

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

If Bears trade Justin Fields, what could they get? 8 NFL execs, coaches weigh in
9 months, 3 weeks ago

If Bears trade Justin Fields, what could they get? 8 NFL execs, coaches weigh in

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — It certainly seems Justin Fields’ days in Chicago are waning, with the Bears set to draft a quarterback and move on from their three-year starter. The Athletic polled eight team executives and coaches this week to gauge Fields’ trade value, and they all believed the Bears would net a quality asset before ultimately selecting USC’s Caleb Williams with …

With top pick in the draft and big questions about franchise’s future, Bears are on the clock
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Fields faces offseason of uncertainty as Bears debate whether to take a QB with No. 1 overall pick
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Fields faces offseason of uncertainty as Bears debate whether to take a QB with No. 1 overall pick

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields has been through all this before. 1 pick last year,” Fields said Sunday after the Bears’ season ended with a 17-9 loss to the Green Bay Packers. But I’m not going to let the potential or what if, what if not stress me from enjoying life and going through my everyday …

Another Bears loss in Green Bay makes you question the team all over again
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Another Bears loss in Green Bay makes you question the team all over again

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Upon further review, this was another Chicago Bears game at Lambeau Field. It would’ve been a nice story, but there were no Fields heroics in what could have been his last game in a Bears uniform. Each player gets 10 minutes with him and general manager Ryan Poles and they go from 7 a.m. until 4 …

Justin Fields and Bears hope to finish strong by keeping Packers out of the playoffs
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Fields and Bears hope to finish strong by keeping Packers out of the playoffs

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The uncertain future Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields faces is relatively clear to him for one more week. Fields wants to finish the season with a win, help the Bears prevent the Green Bay Packers from making the playoffs and then he can worry about whether he’ll be back with his current team next season. “I …

Justin Fields, DJ Moore lead way as Bears deal Falcons’ hopes a big blow with 37-17 romp
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Justin Fields, DJ Moore lead way as Bears deal Falcons’ hopes a big blow with 37-17 romp

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Justin Fields noticed the smoke in the air and the cigars on a table as he walked into the locker room. Fields threw for 268 yards with a touchdown pass and a rushing TD in what could be his final home game for Chicago, and Bears dealt Atlanta’s postseason hopes a big blow, beating the Falcons 37-17 on …

Lions worried more about how Bears are playing than the possibility of payback for earlier comeback
1 year ago

Lions worried more about how Bears are playing than the possibility of payback for earlier comeback

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Detroit Lions aren’t too worried about the Chicago Bears looking for payback. I’m worried about what this team presents.” The Lions look to beat the Bears for the second time in four weeks when they visit Soldier Field on Sunday. “I think if we can just kind of carry what we did the first 56 …

Bears can bask in win during bye week, though big questions remain to be answered
1 year ago

Bears can bask in win during bye week, though big questions remain to be answered

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears squeezed past the Minnesota Vikings on a last-second field goal Monday night and then basked in a rare victory heading into their open week. Coach Matt Eberflus gave the game ball to the entire team as general manager Ryan Poles stood by his side and president Kevin Warren looked on. There are big …

If Justin Fields plays well and wins for the Bears, could he save Matt Eberflus’ job?
1 year ago

If Justin Fields plays well and wins for the Bears, could he save Matt Eberflus’ job?

New York Times  

Three years ago this month, the Chicago Bears needed quarterback Mitch Trubisky to start winning games to save jobs — and you knew that then-coach Matt Nagy didn’t exactly want him in there. But now it’s coach Matt Eberflus whose job might be truly saved if Fields continues to improve the rest of the season and the wins add up. …

Bears got strong performances from Justin Fields, Darnell Wright; now it’s about consistency
1 year ago

Bears got strong performances from Justin Fields, Darnell Wright; now it’s about consistency

New York Times  

The problem with blowing a 12-point lead in the final minutes of a game, and finding a way to lose when most teams win, is that it can cover up any positives. Gervon Dexter’s progress The rookie three-technique tackle had his best game in Washington, but defensive line coach Travis Smith pointed out that the Commanders were throwing the ball …

What can Bears accomplish in final 7 games? QB, head coach, free-agent decisions loom
1 year, 1 month ago

What can Bears accomplish in final 7 games? QB, head coach, free-agent decisions loom

New York Times  

In a team meeting Monday, Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus talked to players about what worked in their three wins over the past six weeks. With seven games to go, here are seven things the Bears’ decision-makers can accomplish. No organization wants to go through a coaching change after two seasons, but over the next seven games — like at …

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

Injured QB Justin Fields will likely miss his second straight game when Bears meet Chargers
1 year, 2 months ago

Injured QB Justin Fields will likely miss his second straight game when Bears meet Chargers

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Quarterback Justin Fields likely will miss his second consecutive game because of a dislocated right thumb when the Chicago Bears visit the Los Angeles Chargers this week, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. Eberflus said Fields is doubtful and rookie Tyson Bagent would start again in his place. Eberflus said Fields “continues to progress” and is on …

Bears mailbag: Matt Eberflus’ job security, potential trade candidates, plus Week 5 picks
1 year, 2 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, 2 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 …

Is it time for the Bears to think about Justin Fields and their future at QB?
1 year, 2 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 …

Who can get Bears out of this mess? The options aren’t promising
1 year, 3 months ago

Who can get Bears out of this mess? The options aren’t promising

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of NFL Week 3 featuring Bears vs Chiefs LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Usually when things implode with the Chicago Bears, it’s late in the season. It’s not even Week 3 and the Bears had more drama Wednesday than good teams might have in a season. Sources from around the league wanted to know, “What is …

Same old Bears: 12th straight loss raises more questions about Justin Fields
1 year, 3 months ago

Same old Bears: 12th straight loss raises more questions about Justin Fields

New York Times  

TAMPA, Fla. — Jaylon Johnson stays upbeat. I think it’s better to learn from wins and we have to learn to win.” Safety Jaquan Brisker sat at his locker still in his uniform a good 30 minutes after the game ended. We’re going to stick together.” Perfect timing for Shaq's first career touchdown 🙌 📺: #CHIvsTB on FOX pic.twitter.com/VwRioTSph6 — …

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 …

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields begins big season with lackluster performance in loss to Green Bay
1 year, 3 months ago

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields begins big season with lackluster performance in loss to Green Bay

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — A big season for Justin Fields got off to a rough start Sunday. Fields lost a fumble and threw an interception as the Chicago Bears fell apart in the second half of an ugly 38-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers. “I think that’s what we’re going to do.” Fields accounted for 275 of Chicago’s 311 yards, but …

Justin Fields, Bears offense fail to show progress in Week 1. That’s a problem
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Fields, Bears offense fail to show progress in Week 1. That’s a problem

New York Times  

CHICAGO — The worst-case scenario for the Chicago Bears in 2023 is not having an answer on their quarterback. That answer wasn’t going to come in the season opener, but Sunday’s 38-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers had to be exactly what general manager Ryan Poles did not want. “I’ll have to look at the tape,” Bears coach Matt …

Justin Fields gets chance to show he can be the passer the Bears need, starting against Packers
1 year, 3 months ago

Justin Fields gets chance to show he can be the passer the Bears need, starting against Packers

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears talked throughout the offseason about Justin Fields’ improvement throwing the ball. The Green Bay Packers figure to put Fields’ passing to the test when they visit Chicago in Sunday’s season opener. Rodgers led three fourth-quarter scoring drives, and receiver Christian Watson took an end-around 46 yards for a touchdown in the closing minutes …

Bears get to see how they stack up after making big changes
1 year, 3 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 …

Fields takes big step toward return when Bears host Packers
2 years ago

Fields takes big step toward return when Bears host Packers

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields appears poised to return against the Green Bay Packers after missing a game because of an injury to his nonthrowing shoulder. Fields took a big step toward playing by practicing Thursday without limitations after missing last week’s loss at the New York Jets. “He’s kind of in the same boat as …

Fields’ status for Bears still in question with Packers next
2 years ago

Fields’ status for Bears still in question with Packers next

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Justin Fields threw lightly on the field prior to the Chicago Bears’ game last week, hoping he would be able to play through an injury to his nonthrowing shoulder after being listed as questionable on the team’s final report. Whether Fields will be ready to play when the Bears host Aaron Rodgers and the rival Green …

Bears defense pushed around, but arrow pointing up for Justin Fields, offense
2 years, 1 month ago

Bears defense pushed around, but arrow pointing up for Justin Fields, offense

New York Times  

In the peculiar glow of a blowout loss, we should keep in mind the Cowboys’ 49-29 victory over the Bears easily could have been more lopsided if Cowboys defensive end Chauncey Golston was not penalized for roughing the passer on a Justin Fields interception with 57 seconds remaining in the first half. • The irony of Fields’ hop over Micah …

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.” …

Fields, Bears struggle in red zone in loss to Commanders
2 years, 2 months ago

Fields, Bears struggle in red zone in loss to Commanders

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — It was Justin Fields. “So we’ve just got to get better with that.” Led by Fields and Khalil Herbert, the Bears rushed for 238 yards and outgained the Commanders 392-214 overall. But Fields was sacked five times and faced heavy pressure for much of Chicago’s third consecutive loss. On Fields’ fifth interception of the season, the second-year quarterback …

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 …

Matt Nagy’s bag of tricks, Justin Fields’ availability for Week 18: Bears Monday Rewind
2 years, 11 months ago

Matt Nagy’s bag of tricks, Justin Fields’ availability for Week 18: Bears Monday Rewind

New York Times  

The Bears hadn’t had a fun game in a while. “We’ll get him in here the next couple days and see where he’s at and then be able to get him going for Wednesday practice,” Nagy said. Similarly to veterans playing over rookies, Fields is atop the depth chart at quarterback, so if he’s healthy, he plays, even if it’s …

Bears’ Fields to miss second straight game with ankle injury
2 years, 11 months ago

Bears’ Fields to miss second straight game with ankle injury

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Quarterback Justin Fields likely will miss his second straight game because of an ankle injury when the Chicago Bears host the New York Giants on Sunday. “Justin is continuing to improve every day, but as I’ve said from the start, we want to make sure that we’re always putting him and these players in the best position possible,” …

Key Bears players search for meaning in 4-10 season
3 years ago

Key Bears players search for meaning in 4-10 season

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears close out a 4-10 season without much meaning in the final three games for many players. “Hopefully we just keep building up the younger guys, getting them more confident with playing and stuff like that.” Mooney is focused on fortifying the quarterback-receiver relationship with Fields as they prepare to play the league’s worst …

Bears pursue Justin Fields’ improvement in final three games
3 years ago

Bears pursue Justin Fields’ improvement in final three games

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears were eliminated from the playoffs with Monday night’s 17-9 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings, leaving only three games before the coaching regime of Matt Nagy could be judged. Fields completed 26 of 39 for 285 yards and a touchdown on the game’s last play, but his career-best 96.6 passer rating seemed meaningless after …

Bears close in on NFC playoffs, Jags lock up top draft pick
3 years, 11 months ago

Bears close in on NFC playoffs, Jags lock up top draft pick

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jimmy Graham disappeared into a tunnel following his second touchdown catch of the day. Mitchell Trubisky accounted for three scores, including two TD passes to Graham, and the Bears pounded Jacksonville 41-17 Sunday in a game that meant as much to the Jaguars’ long-term future as it did to Chicago’s short-term fate. We just worry about us.” …

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