Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach
2 years, 3 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 David Moore, WR N’Keal Harry, G Michael Schofield, OT Riley Reiff. Key losses: LB Khalil Mack, WR Allen Robinson, DT Akiem Hicks, RB Tarik Cohen, DT Eddie Goldman, LB Danny Trevathan, QB Andy Dalton, CB Xavier Crawford, LB Joel Iyiegbuniwe, S Deon Bush, P Pat O’Donnell, CB Artie Burns, DL Bilal Nichols, WR/KR Jakeem Grant, OL James Daniels. While Darnell Mooney could put together a big season at wide receiver, the rest of Justin Fields’ potential targets are questionable at best. Fantasy Player To Watch: Though Montgomery could be in position to put up bigger numbers with the new staff placing more emphasis on the run, it’s not difficult to see Herbert playing a more prominent role than he did last season.

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The Bears look for an interim coach bump when they visit the struggling 49ers
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach
3 weeks ago

Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears will sell candidates for their head coaching job on the opportunity to develop Caleb Williams into the franchise quarterback they’re counting on him to become. Warren said Ryan Poles will remain the Bears general manager and serve as the “point person” in the search for a coach to replace the fired Matt Eberflus. …

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus after skid marked by poor decisions late in games
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3 weeks, 3 days 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
3 weeks, 3 days 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 …

Analysis: Despite low trade value, Justin Fields still has potential to be a special player
9 months ago

Analysis: Despite low trade value, Justin Fields still has potential to be a special player

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. ___ Justin Fields went from being considered a franchise quarterback to disregarded by the Chicago Bears in just three seasons. After more than a dozen QBs switched teams last week in the opening days of the NFL’s free-agent frenzy, the Bears traded Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers …

Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers, clear way to take a QB such as Caleb Williams with No. 1 pick
9 months ago

Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers, clear way to take a QB such as Caleb Williams with No. 1 pick

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears traded Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night, clearing the way for them to draft a quarterback with the No. “We want to thank him for his tireless dedication, leadership and all he poured into our franchise and community the last three years and wish him the best towards a long and successful …

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 …

Bears to keep Eberflus as coach, fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, other assistants
11 months, 1 week 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
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 …

Bears’ rebuilding plan under GM Ryan Poles is starting to bear fruit
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears’ rebuilding plan under GM Ryan Poles is starting to bear fruit

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter was dressed, packed up and saying goodbye to teammates when I stopped him in the Chicago Bears locker room at Soldier Field. “Whatever it is to celebrate with these guys, I’m happy that we came together throughout the year,” Stevenson said Sunday. Since the Bears’ first win of the season in …

The Bears and the first pick in the draft: The NFL now waits on Ryan Poles — again
11 months, 3 weeks ago

The Bears and the first pick in the draft: The NFL now waits on Ryan Poles — again

New York Times  

CHICAGO — For the second consecutive year, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles controls the NFL Draft. I feel like something special is going to happen.” When it comes to the first pick, the Bears’ offseason decision-making starts with quarterback Justin Fields. GO DEEPER An inside look at the Bears' defensive turnaround under Matt Eberflus Fields’ teammates heard the “We …

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 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 QB Justin Fields has dislocated thumb and is doubtful to play against Raiders
1 year, 2 months ago

Bears QB Justin Fields has dislocated thumb and is doubtful to play against Raiders

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will likely miss at least one game because of a dislocated right thumb, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. Eberflus said it’s “doubtful” Fields plays this week when the Bears host the Las Vegas Raiders after he was injured in Sunday’s 19-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Eberflus also said the Bears …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Why Bears GM Ryan Poles isn’t shying away from higher expectations this year
1 year, 3 months ago

Why Bears GM Ryan Poles isn’t shying away from higher expectations this year

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — With three words, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles changed the expectations for his once-rebuilding team Wednesday. There were questions about unfilled holes and unchecked boxes, but to use Poles’ own words, the Bears are in position to “elevate and really go to the next level.” There is a very low bar for the 2023 Bears …

Bears look for Fields to make jump after trading for Moore, adding to offensive line
1 year, 4 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 …

Chicago Bears, tight end Cole Kmet agree to $50 million contract extension
1 year, 4 months ago

Chicago Bears, tight end Cole Kmet agree to $50 million contract extension

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears and tight end Cole Kmet agreed Wednesday to a four-year, $50 million contract extension through 2027, a reward for a homegrown player coming off his best season. I’ve seen the improvement every year and I’m looking to continue to take those steps this coming year and the years beyond.” General manager Ryan Poles …

General manager Ryan Poles won’t put ‘ceiling’ on Bears after team hit bottom last season
1 year, 4 months ago

General manager Ryan Poles won’t put ‘ceiling’ on Bears after team hit bottom last season

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — General manager Ryan Poles wouldn’t put a limit on how high the Chicago Bears can climb coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history. “I don’t want to put a ceiling on what we can be, but I know our goal is always to win the division and be a championship-caliber team,” Poles said …

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 …

Poles: Bears in better place after trade, free agency moves
1 year, 9 months ago

Poles: Bears in better place after trade, free agency moves

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — General manager Ryan Poles acknowledged the temptation to wait and see if the Chicago Bears could get more for the No. Poles said the Bears “aren’t really there yet” when it comes to deciding if they would draft Carter. Some point in mid-April, we’ll sit down and put it all on the table and see how …

Bears roster tiers: Justin Fields, Cole Kmet, Jaquan Brisker among building blocks
1 year, 9 months ago

Bears roster tiers: Justin Fields, Cole Kmet, Jaquan Brisker among building blocks

New York Times  

The answer was revealing. I mean, that’s one that comes to mind right now.” Now, that doesn’t mean Poles believes the Bears have only one “blue-chip” guy. Foundational pieces QB Justin Fields WR Darnell Mooney TE Cole Kmet CB Jaylon Johnson CB Kyler Gordon SS Jaquan Brisker The Bears have several players who can be counted on as starters for …

Bears GM Poles expects Fields to be starting QB next season
1 year, 11 months ago

Bears GM Poles expects Fields to be starting QB next season

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles said he expects Justin Fields to be the team’s starting quarterback next season and just about slammed the door on drafting one with the No. “I think we have really good flexibility to help this team, regardless if it’s making the pick there or moving back a little bit or …

Bears mailbag: Luke Getsy’s future? Velus Jones Jr.’s struggles? ‘Hard Knocks’?
2 years, 1 month 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 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, 10 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 …

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions
2 years, 11 months ago

Bears interview Pederson, Cook for coach, GM positions

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson and Cleveland Browns executive Glenn Cook for their vacant coach and general manager jobs Wednesday. The positions opened Monday when the Bears fired former coach Matt Nagy and general manager Ryan Pace on the heels of a 6-11 season. He was the Browns’ assistant director of …

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 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 …

Justin Fields, Darnell Mooney, Roquan Smith headline Bears age 25 and younger to build around
3 years ago

Justin Fields, Darnell Mooney, Roquan Smith headline Bears age 25 and younger to build around

New York Times  

The Bears entered the 2021 season with the oldest 53-man roster in the NFL. Linebacker Roquan Smith The way Pro Bowl and All-Pro voting works — where only one “inside” linebacker gets the honor — limits Smith’s accolades. CHI - WR Darnell Mooney 2021 stats REC 46 29th YDS 694 21st YPR 15.1 16th “The thing I’ll say about Darnell …

Bears trade up with Giants, draft Ohio St QB Justin Fields
3 years, 7 months ago

Bears trade up with Giants, draft Ohio St QB Justin Fields

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears are banking on Justin Fields to develop in a way Mitchell Trubisky did not and give them the stability they are seeking at quarterback for years to come. The Bears took Fields after Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence, Brigham Young’s Zach Wilson and North Dakota State’s Trey Lance all went off the board with the top three …

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