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Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) celebrates after a touchdown reception in the first quarter against the Lions at Ford Field on Sept. 14, 2025, in Detroit. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Rome Odunze wants to be a great receiver for the Chicago Bears. It all comes ‘down to the details.’

September 20, 2025 at 8:07 a.m.

Chicago Bears receiver Rome Odunze already is matching or exceeding some of the best numbers of his young career. Can he take another step against a vulnerable Dallas Cowboys defense?

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams scrambles in the second quarter against the Lions on Sept. 14, 2025, at Ford Field in Detroit. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson wants QB Caleb Williams to get better using his eyes — and his feet

September 18, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Despite Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams' mutual familiarity with Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, preparation to face each other is a “constant chess match.”

Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett is blocked by Lions guard Tate Ratledge in the first quarter on Sept. 14, 2025, at Ford Field in Detroit. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

What we learned from the Chicago Bears, including ‘nobody walking around with their head down’

September 15, 2025 at 7:01 p.m.

After reviewing the film of a disastrous Chicago Bears defensive performance, coach Ben Johnson still has “a lot of faith” in defensive coordinator Dennis Allen.

Bears coach Ben Johnson walks on the field before a game against the Vikings on Sept. 8, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Detroit Lions game — plus our Week 2 predictions

September 12, 2025 at 2:50 p.m.

The Chicago Bears head to Detroit for their first road game of the season Sunday against a Lions team also looking to avoid an 0-2 start in the NFC North.

Bears kicker Cairo Santos misses a field-goal attempt in the fourth quarter against the Vikings on Sept. 8, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

5 things we learned from Chicago Bears, including Cairo Santos taking blame for late kickoff that fell short

September 11, 2025 at 3:53 p.m.

Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos took the blame for a key kickoff coming up short during the final minutes of Monday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass in the fourth quarter against the Vikings on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

5 pressing questions facing Chicago Bears after Week 1 loss, including where did Caleb Williams’ accuracy go?

September 10, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

What's the confidence level in Ben Johnson's team to brush off its Week 1 loss? Where's the panic meter for Caleb Williams? Five pressing questions facing the Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson looks on in the in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on Sept. 8, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson sees a lot to ‘clean up’ from Week 1 loss — including his own coaching

September 9, 2025 at 7:24 p.m.

After reviewing film from Monday night’s 27-24 loss, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson didn’t see any glaring holes from his team’s performance, but did see a lot to “clean up.”

Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright returns an interception for a touchdown against the Vikings during the third quarter Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, at Soldier Field. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

Nahshon Wright’s highs and lows epitomize a Chicago Bears defense that ‘didn’t finish’ in Week 1 loss

September 9, 2025 at 8:28 a.m.

Chicago Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright epitomized the highs and lows of the defense in the Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on "Monday Night Football" at Soldier Field.

Bears running back D'Andre Swift catches a pass from Caleb Williams before a preseason game against the Dolphins on Aug. 10, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

D’Andre Swift looks to take the next step as Chicago Bears lean on the 6th-year RB: ‘I know he can be better’

September 7, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears might have to use running back D'Andre Swift almost exclusively when they open their season Monday. Swift has looked up to the task.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams hooks up his headset during a preseason game against the Bills on Aug. 17, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

8 things we learned from the Chicago Bears ahead of the season opener, including all eyes on Caleb Williams

September 5, 2025 at 4:19 p.m.

Chicago Bears coordinators and offensive assistant coaches spoke Friday at Halas Hall. Here were the big takeaways ahead of Monday's season opener.

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