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Bears quarterback Justin Fields looks for receivers downfield against the Cardinals on Dec. 24, 2023,at Soldier Field. (Trent Sprague/baiduhai)

Justin Fields progress report: How the Chicago Bears QB fared in 7 key areas in 2023 as the team mulls his future

February 2, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Before the 2023 season, the Tribune created a checklist of goals for Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields to assess his development. A review of those goals is illuminating.

Seahawks assistant quarterbacks coach Kerry Joseph (right) and coach Pete Carroll watch quarterback Geno Smith at practice on July 30, 2022.

Chicago Bears hire Seattle Seahawks assistant Kerry Joseph as their quarterbacks coach

January 26, 2024 at 8:19 p.m.

Whatever direction the Chicago Bears go with their quarterback situation, the new infrastructure for development at the position is coming together. Four days after hiring Shane Waldron as their offensive...

Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, right, and quarterbacks coach Dave Canales, left, talk with quarterbacks Drew Lock (2) and Jacob Eason (17) during practice on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, in Renton, Wash.

Column: As Shane Waldron gets started as Chicago Bears offensive coordinator, finding his ideal fit is the top priority

January 23, 2024 at 1:11 p.m.

Maybe it's best to start here, late in the fourth quarter of Week 15 with the Seattle Seahawks trailing 17-13 and pinned inside their 10-yard line. The two-minute warning had...

Bears GM Ryan Poles, left, and coach Matt Eberflus answer questions during a news conference on Jan. 10, 2024, at Halas Hall. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears working on a deal to hire Shane Waldron as their new offensive coordinator

January 22, 2024 at 8:47 p.m.

The Chicago Bears are working on a deal to hire Shane Waldron as their new offensive coordinator, multiple league sources confirmed Monday morning. Waldron has been the Seattle Seahawks offensive...

Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron before a game against the Titans on Dec. 24, 2023.

Chicago Bears coordinator search: Kliff Kingsbury, Zac Robinson and Marcus Brady are the latest candidates

January 19, 2024 at 7:24 a.m.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and coach Matt Eberflus are working on revamping their coaching staff. After firing five coaches earlier this month, including offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, the...

Bears general manager Ryan Poles, left, and coach Matt Eberflus answer questions during a news conference on Jan. 10, 2024, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

‘Everything we thought and more’: Chicago Bears’ 3 biggest acquisitions of 2023 all paid big dividends

January 18, 2024 at 8:18 a.m.

General manager Ryan Poles had grand goals for the Chicago Bears season finale. He hoped they would walk into Lambeau Field, end the Green Bay Packers' playoff hopes and punctuate...

USC quarterback Caleb Williams walks off the field during the final moments of the Trojans' 52-42 loss to Washington on Nov. 4, 2023, in Los Angeles.

Caleb Williams declares for the NFL draft — and the Chicago Bears, picking No. 1, ‘can’t be scared of the unknown,’ analyst says

February 29, 2024 at 8:37 a.m.

It's official. USC quarterback Caleb Williams on Monday declared himself eligible for the NFL draft, opening the door for the Chicago Bears to solve one of this offseason's high-stakes riddles....

Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren answers questions during a news conference at Halas Hall on Jan. 10, 2024, in Lake Forest.

Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren says building a ‘magnificent’ downtown stadium remains a possibility

January 15, 2024 at 8:12 a.m.

Kevin Warren still dreams of the possibility of building a new stadium for the Chicago Bears in the heart of the city. Fueled by a combination of imagination and think-big...

Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus speaks during a news conference at Halas Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.

Matt Eberflus’ urgent search for a new offensive coordinator is the Chicago Bears’ top priority: ‘Our phones have been blowing up’

January 11, 2024 at 7:49 a.m.

Help wanted: Offensive visionary needed urgently at Halas Hall. This is a chance for an ambitious coach to mold an up-and-coming offense around their preferred playing style or, perhaps, an...

Bears coach Matt Eberflus expresses himself during a game against the Chargers on Oct. 29, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif.

Matt Eberflus will return as Chicago Bears coach in 2024, but 5 offensive assistants — including Luke Getsy — are out

January 10, 2024 at 11:15 a.m.

The Chicago Bears will move into the 2024 season with Matt Eberflus as their coach, a source confirmed to the Tribune on Wednesday. However, Eberflus will be in search of...

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