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Grady Jarrett believes that the Bears defensive line will benefit in 2026 from being healthier than last season and refocusing on fundamentals and techniques.

Second-year receiver Luther Burden III is catching the attention of those inside Halas Hall during the Bears' offseason program, including coach Ben Johnson, who told reporters Thursday: "I'm buying Luther Burden stock right now."

The Bears are continuing to build a foundation for the 2026 season this week via their first three OTA practices Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Bears defensive assistant coaches spoke to the media Thursday at Halas Hall about new safeties Coby Bryant and rookie Dillon Thieneman, making improvements to the pass rush and much more.

As Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and his teammates enter their second season in coach Ben Johnson's offense, there have already been signs in offseason practices that their familiarity with the scheme will breed even more success in 2026.

Bears special teams coordinator Richard Hightower praised general manager Ryan Poles Thursday for acquiring dynamic return specialists Kalif Raymond and Zavion Thomas this offseason.

The Bears on Thursday signed running back Salvon Ahmed and defensive back Anthony Johnson Jr., waived running back Deion Hankins and placed a roster exemption on punter Tory Taylor.

175 girls ages 10-18 had the opportunity to develop flag football skills, meet Bears running back Kyle Monangai and learn from Team USA women's flag football cornerback Laneah Bryan during Saturday's Monsters Flag Football clinic in Rockford.

This season, the Chicago Bears are scheduled to appear in five primetime games and two standalone games, headlining seven premium regular-season matchups in 2026. For the first time in franchise history, the Bears are scheduled to play games on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Speaking with a slow, soft, warm cadence and breaking out some of Bob Ross' memorable lines such as "happy little trees" or "just happy little accidents," receiver Rome Odunze embodied the traits that the painter made famous in the Bears' 2026 schedule release video.

Single-game tickets and a limited number of executive suites for 2026 Chicago Bears home games are on sale now via Ticketmaster.

The National Football League and CBS on Thursday announced that the Chicago Bears will play on Thanksgiving Day, traveling to Detroit to face the Lions. Kickoff from Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, is set for noon CT on CBS.

Ahead of Thursday's NFL schedule release, take a look at who the Bears will play at home and on the road during the 2026 season.

The Chicago Bears on Monday signed receivers Scotty Miller and Kyron Hudson and linebackers Jon Rhattigan and Wayne Matthews III.

Bears third-round pick Zavion Thomas displayed speed and versatility in college, at the NFL Combine and again last week during rookie minicamp at Halas Hall.

Former Bears linebacker and assistant coach Ron Rivera was inducted into the Hispanic Football Hall of Fame May 5 as part of the inaugural Class of 2026.

Bears running back Kyle Monangai invited his mother, Gwen, to come spend the weekend with him and attend the annual Bears Care Gala at Soldier Field Saturday evening as his plus-one.

Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen spoke to reporters on the final day of rookie minicamp about what stands out most with first-round pick Dillon Thieneman, another rookie who perfectly fits the team's DNA and more.

When they were kids tossing a football around in one of their backyards, Josh Kreutz never dreamed that he and Jai Williams would be suiting up together with the Bears. But that's exactly what's transpiring this week at Halas Hall.

The Bears held their first of two non-contact rookie minicamp practices Friday at Halas Hall. The team's first three draft picks — safety Dillon Thieneman, offensive lineman Logan Jones and tight end Sam Roush — spoke to the media following the workout. Here is what we learned from the trio.

The NFL on Friday announced that the league's 2026 regular-season schedule will be released Thursday, May 14. The Bears' schedule will be announced on ChicagoBears.com and the Chicago Bears Official App at 6:30 p.m. CT.

Coach Ben Johnson's primary goal during this week's rookie minicamp is to teach the NFL prospects about the Bears' culture, expectations and standards.

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, ChicagoBears.com gathered testimonials from players, coaches and executives recognizing teachers and educators who inspired them.

The Bears on Thursday invited 54 players, most of whom are rookies, to participate in a three-day minicamp at Halas Hall, giving them the opportunity to display their NFL-caliber talents on and off the field.

The Chicago Bears on Friday announced the signing of four selections from the 2026 NFL Draft – wide receiver Zavion Thomas, defensive back Malik Muhammad, linebacker Keyshaun Elliott and defensive lineman Jordan van den Berg. Additionally, the Bears have signed 13 undrafted free agents.

The Chicago Bears have returned to Manchester in 2026, strengthening their commitment to growing American football in Greater Manchester and the Northwest with an expanded NFL Girls' Flag program. Returning to the city for a third consecutive year, the Bears will launch two Manchester leagues for the very first time, reflecting the huge enthusiasm from local schools, players and communities.

On Thursday, the Chicago Bears released their 2025-2026 Season Community Report, which outlines community outreach efforts over the past year as the club and its charitable arm, Bears Care, continue to drive positive change throughout the Chicagoland area. The Bears are committed to making a meaningful impact in the community and being a Championship football organization on and off the field.

Ahead of rookie minicamp this weekend and the start of OTAs, new offensive coordinator Press Taylor talks to ChicagoBears.com about his expanded role with the Bears after spending last season as pass game coordinator.

With rookie minicamp being held this week at Halas Hall, we asked recent Bears draft picks to provide advice for their teammates about the annual event.

Tight end Sam Roush, the 69th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, talks with ChicagoBears.com about who is on his tight end Mount Rushmore, how quickly he can solve a Rubik's Cube, what is on the top of his bucket list and more.

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El Tight End Sam Roush, pick número 69 del Draft NFL 2026, habla con ChicagoBears.com sobre quiénes forman su Mount Rushmore de alas cerradas, en cuánto tiempo resuelve un cubo de Rubik, qué tiene en lo alto de su lista de deseos y mucho más.

Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren was recognized by City Year Chicago at its annual Ripples of Hope Gala for his efforts toward Chicago's youth both personally and professionally.

Bears executive vice president of legal and business affairs & chief legal officer Krista Whitaker was recently honored by the BWLA at their annual spring fundraiser luncheon for being a trailblazing leader "whose enduring legacy of excellence, service, and impact continues to shape the legal profession and inspire generations to come."

Chicago Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren and General Manager Ryan Poles collaborated with executive-level leadership across the Chicagoland region to develop the Second Season: Player Internship Program, working alongside notable Chicagoland entities, such as United Airlines, Crate & Barrel, Abbott Laboratories, Mars Inc. and McDonald's to create unique, immersive experiences for current Chicago Bears players.

Offensive lineman Logan Jones, the 57th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, talks with ChicagoBears.com about his favorite Tory Taylor memory while teammates with him at Iowa, who he is most excited to play with in Chicago, the details of his draft night and more.

El lineman ofensivo Logan Jones, pick número 57 del Draft NFL 2026, habla con ChicagoBears.com sobre su mejor recuerdo de Tory Taylor, con quién está más emocionado de jugar en Chicago, cómo vivió su noche de draft y más.

Second-round draft pick Logan Jones is excited to join the Bears because their culture and people remind him of the University of Iowa, saying that Halas Hall "truly is a special place."

El safety Dillon Thieneman, selección de primera ronda de los Chicago Bears en el Draft de la NFL 2026, habla con ChicagoBears.com sobre con quién tiene más ganas de jugar en Chicago, su mejor recuerdo en el fútbol americano, su canción previa a los partidos y mucho más.

Safety Dillon Thieneman, the Bears' first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, talks with ChicagoBears.com about who he's most excited to play beside in Chicago, his favorite football memory ever, his go-to pregame song and more.

Coach Ben Johnson was elated after GM Ryan Poles and the Bears strengthened their roster in the NFL Draft with intense competitors who are consumed by football.

Recap the Bears' 2026 Draft with news, photos, highlights and more featuring the seven members of the club's newest rookie class.

The Bears traded up for the second time Saturday, moving into the sixth round to draft Georgia Tech defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg at No. 213.

The Bears on Saturday selected Arizona State linebacker Keyshaun Elliott with pick No. 166, which they acquired in a trade earlier in the day with the Panthers.

The Bears traded up five spots in the fourth round of the draft and chose Texas' Malik Muhammad with the No. 124 overall pick.

The Bears on Friday night selected LSU receiver Zavion Thomas with the 89th pick in the third round of the NFL Draft.

After trading down nine spots, the Bears on Friday night selected Stanford tight end Sam Roush with the 69th pick in the third round of the NFL Draft.

The Bears added to their offensive line Friday evening by selecting Iowa's Logan Jones with the 57th pick in the second round of the NFL Draft.

It was evident Friday at Halas Hall that football and family are both extremely important to Bears first-round pick Dillon Thieneman.

During a virtual interview with Chicago media Thursday night, Bears first-round pick Dillon Thieneman discussed his blazing speed, his transition into the NFL and more.

New Bears defensive back Dillon Thieneman, the No. 25 overall pick, checks in from the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh to describe how he felt when he received the life-changing call from general manager Ryan Poles, his emotions walking across the draft stage and more.

The Bears bolstered their secondary Thursday night by selecting Oregon's Dillon Thieneman with the 25th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.

With the NFL Draft kicking off Thursday night, we reviewed 27 final mock drafts to see who pro football analysts are projecting the Bears will select with the 25th pick.

Three months removed from the season-ending injury T.J. Edwards suffered in the wild card win over the Packers, the veteran linebacker is feeling positive about his rehab.

The Bears on Tuesday honored linebacker T.J. Edwards and tight end Colston Loveland as the 2025 winners of the prestigious Brian Piccolo Award during a ceremony at Halas Hall.

Talent is a given, but there's one other vital attribute that the Bears are seeking in the prospects they're targeting in this week's NFL Draft.

Having been acquired by the Bears last month via a trade with the Patriots, center Garrett Bradbury intends to spend the spring building a rapport with his new teammates and learning the offense.

Back at Halas Hall for the start of the Bears' offseason program, quarterback Caleb Williams on Monday expressed optimism that the reigning NFC North champions would "find ways to get better."

When safety Coby Bryant returned to Chicago Sunday night ahead of the first day of the Bears' offseason program, he felt a childlike giddiness, telling reporters: "I felt like a kid going to preschool again, honestly. I'm excited."

With the Bears holding the No. 25 pick in the NFL Draft, senior writer Larry Mayer unearths some fun facts about that slot.

To commemorate the 20-year anniversary of the Bears drafting Hall of Fame return specialist Devin Hester, read senior writer Larry Mayer's deep dive on the process that led to the University of Miami star being selected with the 57th pick in the 2006 NFL Draft.

With the NFL Draft just one week away, we reviewed a dozen mock drafts that were updated this week to see who pro football analysts are projecting the Bears will select with the 25th pick in the first round.

The Bears have announced the jersey numbers the players they've acquired this offseason will wear.

Dave McGinnis, who served as Bears linebackers coach from 1986-95 as part of a 44-year coaching career, passed away Monday in Tennessee at age 74.

With the NFL Draft just two weeks away, we reviewed recently updated mock drafts to see who pro football analysts are projecting the Bears will select with the 25th pick in the first round.

Bears All-Pro left guard Joe Thuney will be inducted into the North Carolina State Football Ring of Honor sometime this season, the university announced this week.

Ben Johnson did not grow up dreaming about becoming an NFL head coach, but as he enters his second season in that role with the Bears, it's clear that he has found his calling.

GM Ryan Poles spoke with ChicagoBears.com this week about when he felt the Bears began creating their identity last season, the player who best embodies Dennis Allen's defense and more.

Chairman George H. McCaskey and President/CEO Kevin Warren provided a stadium update this week at the NFL owners meetings, discussing the two possible sites the Bears are considering.

Chairman George H. McCaskey on Wednesday thanked Bears fans for creating an imposing home-field advantage during the magical 2025 season, describing the crowd as "a potent force at Soldier Field."

In honor of the University of Illinois heading to the Final Four, take a look at the connections between the Bears and Fighting Illini, beginning with legendary Hall of Famers George Halas and Red Grange.

Acquiring players via free agency, trades and the draft isn't the only way the Bears can improve in 2026. They are also hoping for two of their best defensive players to be fully healthy.

Instead of celebrating what the Bears offense accomplished during a magical 2025 season, coach Ben Johnson is focused on improving key aspects of the unit.

At the NFL owners meetings in Arizona, Bears coach Ben Johnson spoke about a player he wants to get the ball to "as often as we possibly can," another he views as a perfect replacement for a retired Pro Bowler and a tone-setter on defense.

In celebration of Women's History Month, the Chicago Bears are giving flowers by recognizing impact, honoring legacy and elevating women whose leadership continues to move football forward. ChicagoBears.com spoke with a group of women, self-titled the Lady Bears, who have built a tight knit community around their diehard Bears fandom and passion for giving back to their city.

With the NFL Draft only one month away, we reviewed a dozen mock drafts to see who pro football analysts are projecting the Bears will select with the 25th pick in the first round.

New Bears defensive back Cam Lewis talks with ChicagoBears.com about his former baseball career, his favorite memory of backup QB Case Keenum in Buffalo, his guilty pleasure song and much more.

New Bears defensive tackle Neville Gallimore talks with ChicagoBears.com about the culture shock of going from playing football in Canada to playing in the United States, his favorite dad activities, retiring from freestyling and much more.

Safety Elijah Hicks is excited to remain with the organization that drafted him and has helped shape his NFL journey after signing a one-year deal with the Bears earlier this month, saying: "I want to be able to see it through. I want to be able to get to that Super Bowl here."

The chance to battle for his old starting job was too good to pass up for Braxton Jones, who returns for a fifth season with the Bears after inking a one-year deal.