Gene Chamberlain

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Gene Chamberlain has covered the Chicago Bears full time as a beat writer since 1994 and prior to this on a part-time basis for 10 years. He covered the Bears as a beat writer for Suburban Chicago Newspapers, the Daily Southtown, Copley News Service and has been a contributor for the Daily Herald, the Associated Press, Bear Report, CBS Sports.com and The Sporting News. He also has worked a prep sports writer for Tribune Newspapers and Sun-Times newspapers.

Chiefs quarterback Chris Oladokun scrambles against Tennessee Titans defensive tackle James Lynch.

Caleb William against Seattle to start the 2026 season only seems like a natural, even if a Wednesday night game isn't natural.

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Austin Booker rates as Ryan Poles' biggest draft success story to date on the Bears' defensive line.

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Kentucky offensive lineman Jager Burton turns in an outstanding time during the 40-yard dash at the NFL scouting combine.

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Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Avery Johnson takes the snap from center Sam Hecht. against UCF last season.

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The Bears had a widely discussed pro day visit with Kansas State's center and his interview with Kay Adams about it fuels the fire of speculation.

How certain can the Bears be about Coby Bryant as a Kevin Byard replacement when he has played safety two seasons?

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There is reason to believe the Bears haven't hurt themselves in this free agency cycle but no one is trumpeting them as winners of the offseason again at this point.

All Bears eyes will turn to the Illinois State Capitol building when the primary ends, as the stadium legislation is front and center.

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According to a Daily Herald report, the Bears may not be willing to wait until the end of the spring legislative session in Illinois before making a stadium decision.

Bears receiver Devin Duvernayis tackled by Bengals safety Jordan Battle on a kick return last November.

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The signing of Devin Duvernay by the Cardinals at a reasonable $2.5 million rate for 2026 means the Bears either look to a 32-year-old or get younger at a key position.

Jamree Kromah makes his first appearance in a Bears uniform in the 2024 Hall of Fame Game. He's currently one of their best options as a defensive end behind Montez Sweat and Austin Booker.

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Free agency is one week old and there are big gaps in the work performed by the Bears GM, especially at these positions.

Neville Gallimore tackles Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty last season in Indianapolis.

WR Kalif Raymond and two defensive tackle free agents come to Chicago ready to play now for several key reasons.

Ryan Poles talks with media about Bears free agents Thursday at Halas Hall.

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The best idea now for the Bears might be drafting an edge rusher and it's not easy finding a system fit who produces immediately, but here's who could.

The Bears see Kyler Gordon as more than just a one-trick pony doing flips in warmups if he stays healthy in 2026.

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Last year was one filled with fantastic finishes for the Bears, but if these players can have breakout seasons, then the wins could be achieved more comfortably.

The Bears' power couple, Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens, will now be the Colts' power couple.

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The fate of the last of four Bears free agent safeties has been decided, but the situation at the position is anything but completely clear in Chicago.

Former Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., a 10th overall pick, is carted off the field following an injury.

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The Bears last year relied on a similar strategy at numerous offensive positions and made it work but it's easy to wonder if it can happen again.

Jaquan Brisker revs up the Soldier Field crowd coming out of the tunnel during pregame introductions.

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Losing DJ Moore made economic sense, but the loss of DBs to other teams at cheap prices merely says the market saw what the Bears saw with them.

Defensive end Maxx Crosby takes the field prior to a game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.

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The Bears no longer seem to be pursuing the Raiders' edge, but at one time did at least look into it before settling in to upgrade their defensive speed.

Gene Chamberlain

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

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Ryan Poles Dodging Possible Free Agency Busts Can Be a Bears Success

Bears Tied to More Center Interest with Report of Halas Hall Visit

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Apparent Mutual Admiration Brewing Between Bears and a Top Center

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of 2026 Chicago Bears Free Agency

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Bears' Patience With Stadium Legislation About to Be Tested

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Best Chicago Bears Options After Losing Return Man Devin Duvernay

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Roster Gaps Ryan Poles Left Untouched in Week 1 of Bears Free Agency

Bears Expect To Get Faster Production From Their Depth Acquisitions

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How the Bears Get an Edge Rusher They Need If It's Not Maxx Crosby

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Top 10 Chicago Bears Candidates Poised for Breakout Seasons in 2026

Bears Power Couple Moving on to Indy as Safety Migration Is Complete

How the Bears' Offensive Line Strategy Looks Like a Roll of the Dice

Flaws in Ryan Poles' Logic with Dispatched DBs Is Difficult to Find

Ryan Poles Details Bears' Involvement in the Great Maxx Crosby Chase