Bears' Explosive Offense Showing Signs of Life
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears' Explosive Offense Showing Signs of Life

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears' offense is showing signs of life after making numerous changes on the offensive side in the offseason. The Bears' 24-18 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday was a good example of their improved efficiency and explosiveness. The Bears had to rally against Tennessee without an offensive touchdown in the opener and won 24-17. They're scoring in bunches now, with Williams completing 17 of 23 passes for 157 yards and a touchdown while posting his best passer rating yet at 106.6 and called it a matter of being more comfortable. The Bears' pass defense continues to operate at a high level up front and in the back, with three sacks, including a strip-sack by Montez Sweat, keeping Stafford from settling in to throw. The Bears have won seven straight at Soldier Field, the longest current home-field winning streak in the NFL, and they're facing the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

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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 …

Bears try to regroup from back-to-back losses when they host Patriots
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bears try to regroup from back-to-back losses when they host Patriots

Associated Press  

New England at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Bears by 6 1/2. Stats and stuff New England is tied with six teams for the NFL’s worst record at 2-7.. Maye’s 95 yards rushing last week were third most for a QB in team history, but outside of their quarterback, the Patriots totaled 15 yards on 12 …

Bears have back-to-back losses and are at a potential tipping point heading into game vs. Patriots
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bears have back-to-back losses and are at a potential tipping point heading into game vs. Patriots

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are at a potential tipping point with back-to-back losses heading into their game against the New England Patriots on Sunday. “We have to win this game to get back on track and get above.500 again.” Chicago simply can’t afford to stumble against the Patriots in a game featuring quarterbacks drafted with two of …

Murray's Passing Domination Fuels Cardinals' Comeback Against Bears
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Murray's Passing Domination Fuels Cardinals' Comeback Against Bears

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears and Arizona Cardinals are locked in a thrilling battle for first place in the NFC North. The Bears hold a slight edge after a hard-fought 4-3 victory in Chicago. Montez Sweat, Braxton Jones, and Bill Murray left their mark for the Bears, while Kyler Murray continues to impress for the Cardinals. The Bears' offense shines with Caleb …

Bears' Passing Explosion vs. Commanders: Can Chicago Extend Their Winning Streak?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Bears' Passing Explosion vs. Commanders: Can Chicago Extend Their Winning Streak?

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears are looking to extend their winning streak to 4 games against the Washington Commanders in a crucial NFC North matchup. Both teams boast strong offenses and defenses, but the Bears' experience and home-field advantage give them the edge. The Bears' offense has shown flashes of brilliance, with quarterback Caleb Williams playing a key role in the offense's …

Williams, Bears look to stop skid while Rams hope to build on dramatic win
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams, Bears look to stop skid while Rams hope to build on dramatic win

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Rams at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Bears by 1½. 1 overall draft pick showed some progress last week when he threw for a Bears rookie record of 363 yards. … The Bears could have all their top playmakers available, with six-time Pro Bowl WR Keenan Allen returning to practice on a limited basis …

Cal looks to build on strong finish in 2023 as the Golden Bears begin 1st season in ACC
4 months ago

Cal looks to build on strong finish in 2023 as the Golden Bears begin 1st season in ACC

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Golden Bears had a strong finish to their final season in the Pac-12, winning their final three regular-season games to go to a bowl game for the first time since 2019. Now coach Justin Wilcox’s team will try to carry that over into a season …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

At 0-3 after a week of bad news, the Bears are in crisis mode
1 year, 2 months ago

At 0-3 after a week of bad news, the Bears are in crisis mode

Associated Press  

Consider it a crisis for the Chicago Bears. You’ve gotta have belief in the coaches, belief in the players, belief in the man sitting next to you and the work that we put in every single day and knowing that we’re gonna get better and knowing that history shows you that in the NFL, if you do that, if you’re …

Bears wrap up dismal week with disappointing performance in 41-10 loss in KC
1 year, 2 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, 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 — …

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 …

Lions overcome big effort by Fields, beat Bears 31-30
2 years, 1 month ago

Lions overcome big effort by Fields, beat Bears 31-30

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Detroit Lions looked as if they were on their way to another loss trailing by 14 points in the fourth quarter. Jamaal Williams scored on a 1-yard run in the closing minutes, Jared Goff threw for 236 yards and a touchdown, and Detroit overcame another dazzling effort by Chicago’s Justin Fields to beat the Bears 31-30 on …

Justin Fields rushes for 147 yards in another Bears loss
2 years, 1 month ago

Justin Fields rushes for 147 yards in another Bears loss

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Justin Fields is collecting NFL records in his second season with the Chicago Bears. Fields’ rushing total set a Super Bowl-era record for a quarterback in a regular-season game, topping Michael Vick’s 173 yards for Atlanta against Minnesota in 2002. Fields broke the NFL record for yards rushing by a quarterback in consecutive games, topping Tobin Rote’s 281 …

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 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.” …

Key Bears players search for meaning in 4-10 season
2 years, 11 months 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 …

Are the Bears elite? At 4-1, they’re utterly unpredictable: Postgame Pompei
4 years, 2 months ago

Are the Bears elite? At 4-1, they’re utterly unpredictable: Postgame Pompei

New York Times  

The Bears are not an elite team like the Chiefs, Packers, Ravens or Seahawks. • When Nagy calls for a pass on second-and-9 with 1:28 remaining with the Bears in range for the game-winning field goal, somebody on the sideline needs to tell him that’s the wrong call. • The Bears don’t have many great cornerbacks in their 101 years, …

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