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.

Jalen Carter trade calls are being fielded by the Eagles and a team starved for defensive tackles, like the Bears, could do worse things than make a call on a controversial, dominant player.

It's probably better to be cautious rather than giddy over the latest Chicago Bears offensive line move made by GM Ryan Poles.

Kevin Byard makes a return after an interception against the Detroit Lions in Week 16.

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From Kevin Byard to Jalen Reeves-Maybin, a ranking of the Bears' 22 unrestricted free agents and two restricted free agents by importance of retention.

Rome Odunze reacts after catching a pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs.

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DJ Moore's departure might leave a roster hole but the impact on the Bears' offense should be negligible moving forward based on what happened in 2025.

Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby and wife Rachel Washburn attend an NBA game between the Golden State Warriors and the LA Clippers.

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The price being demanded for the Raiders' defensive end remains high and the list of teams interested is going to make it tough for the Bears to get a deal.

Ryan Poles' wheeling and dealing opens up many options now for the draft, or even for more trades.

Ryan Poles is building quite the reputation now for trading after a slow start to his career and this latest move with DJ Moore looks like a masterstroke.

DJ Moore celebrates with teammates in the end zone after catching a touchdown pass against the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional playoffs.

Analysis: From arriving as a needed target, to TD catches against their hated rivals, to providing cap relief, DJ Moore always gave the Bears what they needed.

Buffalo's Connor McGovern provides protection for Bills quarterback Josh Allen against the Jets.

The penalty free pass blocking of Connor McGovern and Buffalo's running game success could indicate a better Bears option at center with Buffalo's free agent.

Theo Benedet (right), running at camp alongside Luke Newman, is one possible answer for the Bears at left tackle.

Which position should Chicago's GM focus on when free agency starts, center after Drew Dalman's retirement or left tackle due to Ozzy Trapilo's injury?

Former Bears receiver is about to meet up with Maxx Crosby in a 2023 game at Soldier Field.

The Bears are the betting favorites to be the next team Maxx Crosby suits up for and it's merely another case of Chicago fans throwing away gambling money.

Former Commanders center Tyler Biadasz reacts in a game against the Arizona Cardinals.

One free agent center is widely regarded as No. 1, but a closer look at the most important blocking numbers shows the Bears would be better off being frugal.

Indiana's Pat Coogan (78) celebrates his team's national title with Riley Nowakowski (37), Charlie Becker (80) and Aiden Fisher (4).

The list of best centers available in the draft as a Drew Dalman replacement or for depth includes a genuine South Sider who won the national title.

Center Tyler Biadasz snaps to Jayden Daniels during a Washington game against Arizona.

After Drew Dalman's sudden retirement at 27, it was reported by NFL Network that former Washington center Tyler Biadasz was visit Halas Hall.

Gene Chamberlain

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Defensive Tackle's Reported Availability Worthy of Serious Bears Inquiry

How the Edge Rusher Market Has Changed for Bears and Who's Left

What Connor McGovern Signing Says for Bears' Grasp of Center Market

Chicago Bears Free Agency Big Board: Top 5 Targets at Every Position of Need

Garrett Bradbury Is Joe Thuney's Guy But Can New Bears Center Block?

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Ranking Every Chicago Bears Free Agent by Importance of Re-Signing

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How Ben Johnson's Bears Offense Recovers from Loss of DJ Moore

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NFL Insider Provides Insight on Potential Bears Trade for Maxx Crosby

What DJ Moore Trade Does for Bears GM Ryan Poles Heading Into Draft

DJ Moore Helped Make Chicago the Place Where Receivers Go to Thrive

Closer Look at Bears Center Options Shows Connor McGovern's Pluses

Prioritizing Bears Offensive Line Positions an Issue for Ryan Poles

Bears Fans Can't Throw Away Money Fast Enough on Maxx Crosby Trade

Bears Need to Sign a Free Agent Center Option Who Doesn't Hold

South Side Hit Man Among Bears' Draft Options as Center Replacement

Reported Option for Bears Is Replacing Pro Bowl Center With Another