Jerry Markarian

Joined: Oct 30, 2025

Jerry Markarian has been an avid Chicago Bears fan since 2010 and has been writing about the team since 2022. He has survived the 2010 NFC Championship Game, a career-ending injury to his favorite player (Johnny Knox), the Bears' 2013 season finale, a Double Doink, Mitchell Trubisky, Justin Fields, and Weeks 8-17 of the 2024 NFL season. Nevertheless, he still Bears Down!

Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The Bears definitely should be healthier in the secondary in 2026. Will they be better with the roster turnover they experienced, though?

Dec 7, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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He landed 15th on a franchise players list, behind Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and Bo Nix, and the gap with at least two of them is tough to justify.

Jun 11, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough gave some insight into how much Ben Johnson's coaching influenced him early in his playing career.

Nov 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

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Do the Bears possess a top-10 receiving unit? Are they in a better position right now than they were at this point last year?

Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush (30) reacts after Pittsburgh Steelers miss a field goal in the third quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Bears are counting on Devin Bush to fill the void left by Tremaine Edmunds in 2026. The big-ticket free agent signing landed at 13th place on our impact rankings for the 2026 NFL season.

Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The second-year receiver could take receive the brunt of the opportunities that would've normally gone to DJ Moore.

Sep 8, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. (99) reacts after a sack against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Bears will be relying heavily on Dexter to improve in the 2026 NFL season.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) is pressured by Chicago Bears defensive end Austin Booker (94) during their wild-card playoff football game Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.

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Are the concerns over the Bears' defensive line overblown going into 2026? Can their new-look secondary replicate their takeaway production?

Jan 4, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) runs onto the field before the game between the Chicago Bears and the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Colston Loveland has a real chance to break the Bears' TE yardage record if he can build off last year's late-season surge. What other records could fall in 2026?

Sep 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; A general view of Chicago Bears helmets before the start of the game against Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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Chicago went 11-6 and won the NFC North but ESPN ranked them 17th in starting lineups. The Bears are 7 spots behind Green Bay and that gap is hard to justify.

Nov 2, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; An NFL emblem celebrating Salute to Service month is seen on the helmet of Chicago Bears defensive end Austin Booker (94) before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Booker had 4.5 sacks in his final 10 games last year. in 2026. A 7-sack season opposite Montez Sweat could change everything for Chicago's defense.

Jan 18, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Darnell Wright (58) celebrates the game-tying extra point by placekicker Cairo Santos (not pictured) against the Los Angeles Rams with eighteen seconds remaining in the fourth quarter of an NFC Divisional Round game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

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Darnell Wright is one of a few members of a star-studded offense who could be vying for an All-Pro nod in 2026. Who else could receive strong consideration for the honor?

Jerry Markarian

Joined: Oct 30, 2025

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