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Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker celebrates after making a touchdown reception against the Lions on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

6 Chicago Bears players who could emerge as unsung heroes if they make a playoff run

January 9, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Playoff heroes can come in all shapes and sizes. Here are six Chicago Bears players who could become unsung heroes if Ben Johnson's team were to make a playoff run.

Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze, right, celebrates after running back D'Andre Swift ran for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the 49ers on Dec. 28, 2025, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Rome Odunze is ‘planning on playing’ in Chicago Bears playoff game after missing the last 5 games

January 7, 2026 at 5:16 p.m.

Rome Odunze has been sidelined for a month by a foot injury. The second-year receiver is hopeful that he'll make his return Saturday vs. Green Bay.

Bears tight end Cole Kmet heads to the locker room after a 28-21 loss to the Packers on Dec. 7, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Will Cole Kmet’s sister — who dates a Green Bay Packer — root for the Chicago Bears? ‘I’ll find out after.’

January 6, 2026 at 3:17 p.m.

Cole Kmet got his sister, Frankie, tickets to Saturday's playoff game. He's not sure if she'll be rooting for the Chicago Bears or the Green Bay Packers and boyfriend Lukas...

Bears safety Kevin Byard III (31) celebrates the win over the Browns on Dec. 14, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

How far will the Chicago Bears go in the playoffs? 5 pressing questions ahead of wild-card weekend.

January 6, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

How far can the Chicago Bears go? Do the Green Bay Packers have an advantage after resting their starters? Five pressing questions ahead of the playoffs.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams passes for a 2-point conversion to tight end Cole Kmet during the fourth quarter against the Lions on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Caleb Williams sets Chicago Bears passing record, but Ben Johnson ‘disappointed’ in offense’s Week 18 effort

January 4, 2026 at 9:41 p.m.

It didn’t matter that the Chicago Bears were already locked into a playoff spot. Ben Johnson was not happy with his offense.

Bears running back Kyle Monangai celebrates after gaining a first down in overtime of a game against the Green Packers at Soldier Field on Dec. 20, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Date and time are set for Chicago Bears’ 1st-round playoff game vs. Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field

January 5, 2026 at 12:04 a.m.

The Chicago Bears have learned the date and time of their wild-card playoff game versus the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field.

Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III makes a reception against Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean in the first quarter Nov. 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago Bears’ 2026 opponents are set. Here’s who they will play.

January 4, 2026 at 3:40 p.m.

While the 2026 NFL schedule won't be out until May, the Chicago Bears know who they will be playing at home and on the road next season.

Lions kicker Jake Bates (39) celebrates after making the game-winning field goal to beat the Bears 19-16 on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Week 18 recap: Chicago Bears lose 19-16 but secure No. 2 seed — and will face Green Bay Packers in 1st round

January 4, 2026 at 10:24 p.m.

It looked like the Chicago Bears were poised for another dramatic come-from-behind victory. But it was Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions who had the last laugh.

Injured Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze walks the field before the game against the Packers on Dec. 20, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Rome Odunze returns to Chicago Bears practice — and the wide receiver is listed as questionable for Week 18

January 2, 2026 at 2:49 p.m.

Rome Odunze returned to practice Friday for the first time in three weeks. The Chicago Bears listed him as questionable for Sunday's game against Detroit.

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) celebrates after a touchdown reception in the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on Dec. 28, 2025, in Santa Clara, Calif. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Detroit Lions game at Soldier Field — plus our Week 18 predictions

January 2, 2026 at 3:35 p.m.

The Chicago Bears will finish the regular season against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Here's what to watch for, and the Tribune's predictions for the game.

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