3 things we learned from Chicago Bears, including confidence in options at No. 25 and a T.J. Edwards update Assistant GM Jeff King said the Chicago Bears will be “adaptable” in the NFL draft, while linebacker T.J. Edwards discussed his recovery from a broken fibula.

www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/21/c... Bears updates from Halas Hall w/ @seanhammond.bsky.social

"Create competition for the roster. Create hard decisions. … Add guys to our building that compete daily."

--Bears assistant GM Jeff King on draft goals

"Similar playbook. ... Know the guys, know the system, so it's a head start. ... You can't slack at all. The new standard's set."

--Bears TE Colston Loveland

"We filed for it. The reaction to it? It was a little bit more funny to me. ... We’ll figure it out here coming up with how it all turns out. George (Gervin), we’ll probably speak, like I said, at some point. Haven’t spoken yet."

--Caleb Williams on backlash over "Iceman" trademark

"We know who Luther is. We know he's a competitor. We know when he gets the ball in his hands, he's a 'problem child,' as he says."

--Caleb Williams on the growth of Bears WR Luther Burden III

"I'm no bigger than them. ... My reaching out them is just setting the vibe, setting the energy."

--Caleb Williams on reaching out to new Bears teammates and bonding on the common goal of winning

"For me personally, it's a big year. I get to grow more. ... I've been itching to get back."

--Bears QB Caleb Williams

"I've see in it a few times. I have to remind people we lost the freakin' game."

--Cole Kmet on his highlight touchdown catch during a playoff loss to the Rams

"We understand the city of Chicago is excited about what happened last year, but last year's over with. ... (The NFL) wants their parity, and they get their parity."

--Cole Kmet, Bears tight end on not becoming one of the 7-9 playoff teams that miss the playoffs the next season

"I flew up here for a physical, had some paper work. He was up here with Coach (Ben) Johnson. ... He's obviously as advertised."

--new Bears center Garrett Bradbury on building a relationship with QB Caleb Williams

Kevin Warren on Bears fandom:

> Bears-Packers play game on Amazon Prime drew a 31.16 rating. "Just astronomical numbers."

> Bears-Rams playoff game drew 50+ million on NBC

> "Our fandom is at an all-time high": New report shows 108 million fans globally, 21.2M domestically

"People are going to have to be allowed some time to get used to it. I think Bears fans are up to it." 2/2

Bears Chairman George McCaskey said that when the Giants and Jets moved to New Jersey "somehow the Republic has survived.

"When the Bears moved from Wrigley Field to Soldier Field, it required an adjustment. When we went to Champaign, it required an adjustment." 1/2

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson self-scouts: He’s tweaking his ‘time management’ to focus on defense Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson, a father or three, sacrifices a lot of family time in his role. He said he also sacrificed too much attention to install his offense last season.

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson tweaks his 'time management' to cover all 3 phases of the game:

"When I watch the self-scout, there’s multiple cut-ups that I’m not proud of. I take that personally and (it) makes me feel like I should have done a better job."

www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/31/c...

"It's been a long offseason in terms of you go downtown (Chicago) or you go somewhere, and everyone's patting you on the back and telling you what a great, great job you did. You don't want to hear it. ... now our sights are turned."

--Bears coach Ben Johnson on resisting complacency

These placards at the league meetings (in Phoenix) have Ben Johnson right across from Dan Campbell. At least Matt LaFleur is one table over (not pictured). #Bears #Lions #Packers

Return of the returner? Kalif Raymond hopes a reunion with Chicago Bears coaches sparks a revival. Kalif Raymond plans to bring an “aggressive” approach to Chicago Bears special teams: “There’s just so much history here.”

Return of the returner? Kalif Raymond hopes a reunion with Chicago Bears coaches sparks a revival. www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/24/c...

3 things we learned from Chicago Bears free agency, including how Dennis Allen’s defense got faster The Chicago Bears prioritized speed and athleticism on defense. Here’s what else stood out about their free-agent additions.

A deeper dive into Bears' recent acquisitions:

> S Coby Bryant and LB Devin Bush upgrade their speed

> NC State alums Garrett Bradbury, Kentavius Street + Joe Thuney form a new Wolfpack

> Can Neville Gallimore upgrade the DTs?

w/ @seanhammond.bsky.social

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LB Jack Sanborn to the Bears on a 1-year deal. DL James Lynch also signs a 1-year deal.

Column: GM Ryan Poles’ lack of a big swing in free agency could pay dividends for Chicago Bears down the road Despite some painful personnel choices, Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles showed restraint and maturation that could pay off in the long run.

Column: GM Ryan Poles' lack of a big swing in free agency could pay dividends for Chicago Bears down the road www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/16/c...

DL Kentavius Street and his wife had already planned to move to River Forest before signing with the Bears today, based on a prior visit:

"The food's amazing, the people are friendly, the views of Lake Michigan. ... I'm a little antsy about the winter, but we'll get to that when we get to that."

"Some of my family have been giving me some hate for signing with the Bears."

--DB Cam Lewis, who's from Detroit

"I ain't got no hobbies. All I like to do is football."

--new Bears linebacker Devin Bush

Former Patriots center Garrett Bradbury on coming to the Bears:

"They have their culture. ... I'm not coming in trying to change anything, I'm coming in to help."

How well have the Chicago Bears addressed their needs? 5 pressing questions after the 1st wave of free agency. The Chicago Bears shuffled their roster through several signings, trades and departures. As the dust settles, did they come out ahead or behind?

How well have the Bears addressed their needs in free agency? What moves were the most surprising? How does this affect the draft?

5 pressing questions with @philthompsontrib.bsky.social and @bradbiggs.bsky.social.

Tracking the Chicago Bears in NFL free agency: LB Devin Bush Jr. is latest addition to defense It’s the busiest week on the NFL’s offseason calendar. Here’s the latest Chicago Bears news in free agency.

Bears addressed several needs with their moves today (and others since Thursday).

In: LB Devin Bush, S Coby Bryant, DT Neville Gallimore

Re-signed: LB D’Marco Jackson

Out: WR Olamide Zaccheaus, DE Dominique Robinson

www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/09/c...

For the time I knew him, Troy Murray was a great ambassador of hockey, willing to share his knowledge in hallways and locker rooms as much as he did in the booth. What a kind and jovial spirit! Bless you on your voyage, Troy.

Chicago Bears to acquire center Garrett Bradbury from New England Patriots for 2027 5th-round pick, per report The Chicago Bears on Friday addressed their need for a center after Drew Dalman’s unexpected retirement by trading for veteran Garrett Bradbury.

The Bears on Friday addressed their need for a center after Drew Dalman’s unexpected retirement by trading for veteran Garrett Bradbury.

@philthompsontrib.bsky.social has the details.

“It’s pretty fun to look back and see that we got three guys here at the combine. … Carnell only spent one year there. I wish I got to play with him for more but COVID happened and derailed everything.”

—Indiana center Pat Coogan on fellow Marist High (Chicago) alums Carnell Tate and Jimmy Rolder

“I almost shed a tear.”

—Kansas offensive lineman and Villa Park native Enrique Cruz gets hyped up about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show and Humboldt Park and other Puerto Rican neighborhoods in Chicago. #nfl #nflcombine