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T.J. Edwards enjoyed getting a chance at a clean "Peanut Punch" for a forced fumble in London, and the Bears need more to reach their goal of 20 fumble recoveries.

Bears Could Have a Puncher's Chance at Fumble Recovery Goal

T.J. Edwards and the Bears defense stands near the top in fumble recoveries but it's going to take more "Peanut punches" to achieve a goal of 20 recoveries.

Bears Could Have a Puncher's Chance at Fumble Recovery Goal

T.J. Edwards and the Bears defense stands near the top in fumble recoveries but it's going to take more "Peanut punches" to achieve a goal of 20 recoveries.

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Cole Kmet sees the Bears as ready for prime time after their offense started to click.

What Cole Kmet Thinks About Importance of Scripted Early Plays

The Bears talked at great lengths about the impact of scripting early plays but so far it's not when the points come but how often.

Jaquan Brisker celebrates with teammates after a win at Soldier Field. Brisker still is in the concussion protocol.

Jaquan Brisker Still in Concussion Protocol Despite Optimism

The Bears have several injured players giving coach Matt Eberflus cause to be hopeful they'll play Sunday but nothing concrete at this time.

The Bears defense has been dominant but facing Jayden Daniels would be an entirely different level of task.

Bears Getting Ready to Battle Jayden Daniels Despite Word Games

The Commanders label their rookie QB "week to week" with a rib injury, which in Chicago means little chance he plays this week but the Bears are ready either way.

Marcus Mariota gets off a pass against Carolina in a 40-7 Commanders rout of the Panthers Sunday.

Past Games Say Trouble Ahead if Bears Face Marcus Mariota

The Commanders backup stepped in for injured Jayden Daniels Sunday to lead a win and has a history of being able to handle Chicago's defense.

Jayden Daniels is anything but happy after a rib injury forced him to leave Sunday's win over Carolina after the first drive.

Jayden Daniels' Health In Question for Bears-Commanders Game

A rib injury knocked Washington's rookie QB out of Sunday's rout of Carolina early and could keep the draft's No. 2 pick from facing No. 1 pick, Bears QB Caleb Williams.

Amon-Ra St. Brown catches a pass for a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings in Sunday's Detroit win.

Weekend Without Game Shows Bears How Daunting Their Task Is

The Bears got closer to first in the NFC North but saw how competitive they'll need to become in order to find a way to win in the NFC North.

Darrell Taylor has worked out well as a Bears edge rusher but a team can always use more help at this position.

What Positions Might Interest Bears More in the Trade Market

The Bears are in a different stage of development. Anyone hoping they'll get involved in the trading "frenzy" prior to the Nov. 5 deadline must realize progress

Khalil Herbert is named as a player the Bears are getting trade inquiries about but dealing him lacks logic.

The Problem with Bears Duo Reported as Trade Targets

Fictionalized trade stories suggesting potential deals are a dime a dozen in these weeks before the trade deadline. However, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport had real

Caleb Williams rolls right and threows against Jacksonville in the Bears' 35-16 win.

Ranking Where Bears Have Improved Most Since the Opener

Improvement has come rapidly and in greater degree in certain aspects of the game for the Bears and here's where and how much.

Dontay Corleone of Cincinnati, "the Godfather" of the defensive line, makes a tackle against Iowa State.

Chicago Bears 2025 In-Season Mock Draft 1.0 for On SI

The first attempt at a Chicago Bears On SI mock draft this season is ideal for a weekend without football, and identifies needs the team might have.

Keenan Allen leans for extra yardage after a catch in Sunday's 35-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

What the Bears Still Have to Prove After Respectable Start

Analysis: The Bears might like where they are but there is still plenty to show they can do before they can be taken seriously.

How much will the Lions miss Aidan Hutchinson? It should become very apparent in Sunday's NFC North showdown.

What to Watch in the NFL on a Weekend Without the Bears

The Bears are not playing but there will be plenty to watch for Chicago fans considering how other games can impact them, including one NFC North showdown.

Teammates gather around injured Aidan Hutchinson, a season-ending injury that could disrupt the NFC North race.

This Week in the NFC North: Could Balance of Power Shift Now?

Analysis: A look around the NFC North, where the balance of power may have shifted with an injury, and where the competition still looks fierce.

Trading Khalil Herbert to Dallas for a sixth-round pick might make an ESPN writer happy but would be of no benefit to Bears.

A Trade Bears Should Only Make If They're Feeling Charitable

Analysis: A propsed Bears trade by ESPN's Bill Barnwell would deprive them of a needed third running back for nothing more than a pick they've proven they don't need.

Jayden Daniels looks to get rid of the ball with the Baltimore rush closing in last week.

Maybe Caleb Williams Needs a Recount After Loss to Jayden Daniels

Analysis: Jayden Daniels won the Pepsi Zero Sugar rookie of the week award for the fifth time and beat Caleb Williams out even with a loss and inferior statistics.

The Bears defense drags down D'Ernest Johnson in Sunday's 35-16 victory over Jacksonville in London.

Why Achieving Top-Five Ranking Looks Unlikely for Bears Defense

The improvement of the Bears defense since the middle of last season can't be questioned but the task ahead makes their goal of finishing top five seem like a daunting task.

Virginia McCaskey, the Bears owner, is on a list of those to be considered for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Virginia McCaskey Among Those Considered for Hall of Fame

The Bears matriarch is on the list of contributors to the game who will be considered for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Cole Kmet stretches out for the 31-yard touchdown catch against Jacksonville.

Bears Take a Huge Leap Ahead in On SI Power Rankings

The win over Jacksonville propelled the Bears ahead in most power rankings and On SI has them jumping seven spots.

Caleb Williams hollers it up with fans in London after the Bears beat Jacksonville 35-16.

Putting Up Points Must Be Bears' Identity to Handle What's Ahead

Analysis: The time when the Bears defense could shoulder the load needs to be over as the only way they'll get by in a difficult division is by backing their defense with scoring.

Caleb Williams slides after a scramble for a first down in Sunday's Bears win over the Jaguars.

Caleb Williams Shares Award Spotlight with Packer

Caleb Williams won the Fed Ex Air and Ground Award for the week after his four-touchdown effort and the other winner was Jordan Love.

Cole Kmet celebrates with teammates in the end zone after one of his two TD catches, then he has to snap the ball on a PAT.

Cole Kmet Special Teams Player of the Week for Emergency Duty

Bears tight end-turned-long snapper due to injury was named winner of the weekly NFC award for special teamers after replacing injured Scott Daly in the second quarter.

Caleb Williams looks for a target from the pocket in Sunday's win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

What the Bears Do Well on Offense and Where They Struggle

Analysis: What the Bears don't do well with the ball so far seems fairly obvious but what they've done better might be a bit surprising.

Coleman Shelton hasn't been noticed much this season except on some pass blocking breakdowns but ESPN has him highly graded.

Analytics Sites Begin Catching on to Bears' Surge Forward

Even Caleb Williams is viewed as improving by Pro Football Focus after weeks when he has been regarded as one of the league's worst passers.

Bears tight end Cole Kmet had to do the long-snapping Sunday in London after an injury to Scott Daly.

Bears Add Long Snapper to Let Cole Kmet Focus on His Own Job

Former Lions long snapper Jake McQuaide has been signed to the Bears practice squad to replace injured Scott Daly and let Cole Kmet avoid double duty.