Brad Biggs
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Brad Biggs
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Covering the Chicago Bears since 2001.

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🏈Caleb to Kmet TD: 'That's what football is all about.'

🏈Things went awry on final interception.

🏈Maybe been Dennis Allen's finest work of the year.

🏈Revisiting Caleb Williams' profile.

Thuney to LT, free agents & more after wild #Bears season ends.

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Remarkable season ends for Chicago Bears: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the playoff loss in overtime
The Chicago Bears made too many small errors in their playoff loss — but it was a remarkable season. Here are Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts as it comes to an end.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Plan B with Ozzy Trapilo out?

#Bears could be fixing to move All-Pro Joe Thuney to left tackle to help protect Caleb Williams against formidable #Rams defensive front.

Details.

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Chicago Bears’ plan to protect Caleb Williams vs. LA Rams front could have All-Pro Joe Thuney at left tackle
As the Chicago Bears prepare to protect Caleb Williams against a powerful LA Rams defensive front, All-Pro Joe Thuney could be shifted to left tackle.
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January 17, 2026 at 8:09 PM
With a flair for the dramatic, the #Bears have been myth busters this season, knocking down one challenge after the next and answering questions along the way.

One win shy of the NFC Championship Game, can they keep it going?

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Column: With a flair for the dramatic, the Chicago Bears have busted these 10 myths. Can they keep it going?
The Chicago Bears, one win from the NFC championship game, have been myth busters all season. Recounting the obstacles they’ve overcome as they prepare for the Los Angeles Rams.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:25 PM
🏈3 of the #Rams 5 losses are directly tied to special teams.

🏈A block punt nearly doomed L.A. last week. But the #Bears are taking them seriously.

'The best way you show your opponent that you respect them is by going out there and whipping their ass.'

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Column: Chicago Bears’ big advantage on special teams could be a difference maker vs. LA Rams
The Chicago Bears figure to have a decided advantage on special teams in Sunday’s playoff game vs. the Los Angeles Rams. They need to maximize it.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:21 PM
📬Is Caleb Williams throwing over the middle more?

📬One area of the Rams that can be exploited?

📬How valuable did the 3-man left tackle competition become?

📬Matthew Stafford's record in the 🥶🥶?

Plus much more in a packed playoff #Bears Mailbag.

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Is Caleb Williams throwing over the middle more? How is Matthew Stafford in the cold?
What are the Chicago Bears’ keys to victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:32 PM
🏈Wildest comeback yet saved for playoffs. 'It’s emotionally exhausting.'

🏈Darnell Wright the eye candy on DJ Moore's winning TD.

🏈'DA got real aggressive.' Defense went to pressure - a lot - to change the tide.

And a ton more after #Bear top #Packers

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Chicago Bears saved their wildest ending yet for the playoffs: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the wild-card win
Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after the seventh fourth-quarterback comeback of the season by QB Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears — this time in the playoffs.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:58 PM
#Bears RG Joe Thuney and S Kevin Byard named 1st team All-Pro. RT Darnell Wright 2nd team All-Pro. All three a major part of the team's rebound and success this season.
January 10, 2026 at 3:31 PM
#Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen says 'there’ll be a plan in place' for Tyrique Stevenson Saturday night vs. Green Bay.

That it's a fair question - which cornerback would come off to give Stevenson playing time - illustrates current challenges.

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Column: Tyrique Stevenson may get a shot to help leaky Chicago Bears secondary: ‘There’ll be a plan in place’
The Chicago Bears said there will be “a plan in place” for Tyrique Stevenson after the cornerback didn’t play last week. It’s all hands on deck for the playoff game against …
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January 8, 2026 at 12:19 AM
📬Is a view of the 2025 season influenced by the outcome Saturday night?

📬Why didn't they land a Sunday game?

📬What's up with the defense and DC Dennis Allen?

📬Why did CB Tyrique Stevenson disappear?

Wild card weekend edition of #Bears Mailbag.

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Does wild-card result influence view of the season? Why aren’t they playing on Sunday?
Does Saturday’s playoff result vs. the Green Bay Packers influence the view of the Chicago Bears season? Brad Biggs answers your questions weekly.
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January 7, 2026 at 1:34 PM
🏈Bad 1st halves continue plaguing the offense.

🏈Pinpointing #Bears defensive issues? There are a bunch.

🏈A long view at the last 12 months and what's ahead? 'Ben is never (-------) satisfied.'

🏈Playoffs are WIDE open. Some good nuggets & much more.

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It’s on to the NFL playoffs: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after Chicago Bears backed into the No. 2 seed
Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after the Chicago Bears’ Week 18 disappointment with a look ahead to the playoffs — and one statistic that will really open your eyes.
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January 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
'Everyone is looking for advantages in the passing game. But the big advantages and ways to get an edge are in the run game.'

How the #Bears found their offensive edge with Ben Johnson and developing QB Caleb Williams.

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Column: Finding edges in the running game fuels Ben Johnson’s evolution of the Chicago Bears offense
With every NFL offense looking for advantages in the passing game, the Chicago Bears have flipped the script and found an edge running the ball. It’s leading them into the playoffs.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:37 PM
📬Will Caleb Williams hit the 4,000-yard plateau? (Spoiler: He's got a heck of a chance)

📬4 targets with 600+ receiving yards rare?

📬How can the defense tighten up?

📬Playing time for D-Jack?

📬Lack of runs at SF?

Plus much, much more in #Bears Mailbag.

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Will Caleb Williams reach 4,000 yards? How can the pass defense be improved?
Caleb Williams needs 270 passing yards Sunday to become the first Chicago Bears QB to reach 4,000. Can he do it? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:21 PM
🏈49ers finished what Packers couldn't. D has surrendered 880 yards in 2 games.

🏈Hook & ladder is Ben Johnson's 'baby.' It almost scored.

🏈Luther Burden has a shot to lead team in receiving yards.

🏈Contract bonuses & much, much more after #Bears wild loss.

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Chicago Bears run out of magic late — but can still clinch the No. 2 seed: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 17
Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after the Chicago Bears came up short in a kind of ballgame this franchise hasn’t been equipped to play in for a long, long time.
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December 29, 2025 at 12:16 PM
📬Could a situation arise where Ben Johnson considers resting a few key players?

📬Re-signing Nahshon Wright?

📬More action for Jahdae Walker?

📬Austin Booker part of pass rush solution?

📬How to nail down the No. 1 seed?

#Bears Mailbag in the nick of time

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Would Ben Johnson rest players for the playoffs? Will Nahshon Wright be re-signed?
Would Ben Johnson consider resting key players for the postseason? Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions weekly.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
#Bears have clinched a playoff berth for the first time since 2020. They're 1.5 games ahead of Green Bay in the NFC North with two weeks remaining.
December 22, 2025 at 12:53 AM
#Steelers leading the #Lions 29-17 at Ford Field with 6:41 remaining.

If Pittsburgh closes this out, the #Bears will be NFC North champions for the first time since 2018.
December 22, 2025 at 12:14 AM
🏈#Bears and idea they'll 'Take the North' have been punchlines. Now, they're closing in on it.

🏈19 of Green Bay's 70 plays were run inside CHI 20-yard line. Red zone defense won the game.

🏈And MUCH more after a most improbable win over the #Packers.

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Improbable win puts Chicago Bears in control of the NFC North: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 16
The most improbable of wild, late rallies in a season full of them has given the Chicago Bears firm control of the NFC North and put them on the verge of clinching a playoff berth.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
#Bears moved LB Tremaine Edmunds back to 53-man roster - and he's expected to play tonight vs Green Bay.

Despite missing 4 games, he leads the defense in tackles.

Also, WR Maurice Alexander is a gameday elevation from the practice squad.

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Week 16 updates: Chicago Bears activate LB Tremaine Edmunds from IR for tonight’s game vs. Green Bay Packers
The 10-4 Chicago Bears will play the 9-4-1 Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field in a Week 16 matchup. Here’s what you need to know before kickoff.
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December 20, 2025 at 9:02 PM
📬Has the schedule prepared them for the playoffs?

📬Surprising #Packers are favored especially after the loss of Micah Parsons?

📬What's the view of Ozzy Trapilo?

📬What if the football hits the pigeons?

And much more in #Bears Mailbag.

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Has the schedule prepared them for playoffs? Is it a surprise Packers are favored?
Those who doubt the Chicago Bears’ viability as a threat in the NFC cite the schedule and how they squeaked out close wins vs. unheralded QBs. Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:34 PM
According to the NFL, the #Bears can clinch a playoff berth on Sunday with 2 scenarios:

1) Beat Green Bay Saturday & #Lions lose or tie against #Steelers on Sunday at Ford Field

2) Bears tie Green Bay Saturday & Lions lose to Steelers on Sunday
December 16, 2025 at 2:39 PM
🏈Blowout of Browns allows the #Bears to re-focus on Green Bay.

🏈'We ain’t show up last time. It’s time for us to show up this time.'

🏈Rumors of DJ Moore's demise exaggerated.

🏈Plus Jared Allen on the sack record, 'big speed' on teams & much more.

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Blowout win for Chicago Bears, who turn focus back to Green Bay Packers: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 15
The Chicago Bears rolled over the Cleveland Browns 31-3 at frigid Soldier Field, dominating from the start so they can quickly turn their attention back to the Green Bay Packers and a looming NFC N…
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December 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
If Kyler Gordon plays again this season, it won't be until the playoffs.

The #Bears placed the cornerback on injured reserve for the second time on Saturday.

It's the latest twist in an incredibly frustrating season for all involved.

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Kyler Gordon is out for rest of regular season after Chicago Bears place cornerback on injured reserve
The Chicago Bears on Saturday moved nickel cornerback Kyler Gordon to injured reserve for the second time this year, meaning he will miss the remaining four regular-season games.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:03 PM
📬Could going up-tempo from the start spark Caleb Williams? He seems to thrive in those setting after all.

📬What's with DJ Moore's puzzling role?

📬A 2-2 record the rest of the way earns a playoff ticket, right?

Plus much more in #Bears Mailbag.

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Chicago Bears Q&A: Could going up-tempo from the start spark Caleb Williams? What’s with DJ Moore’s role?
Could Ben Johnson use an up-tempo attack to start the game to spark Caleb Williams? Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions weekly.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
#Bears had 7 players in for a tryout today with 2 spots open on practice squad:

WRs Jha'Quan Jackson & Dohnte Meyers
NTs Keondre Coburn & Isaiah Raikes
DBs Joshua Bledsoe & Darrick Forrest
QB Taylor Elgersma
December 9, 2025 at 10:08 PM
🏈4th & 1 call was a gotcha moment for Green Bay. No one covered Cole Kmet. Somehow, Keisean Nixon made the play.

🏈Can't count on Kyler Gordon again this season.

🏈Caleb Williams' inaccuracy persists. Interesting theory suggests chance for improvement.

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Chicago Bears drop from No. 1 seed to No. 7 after loss to Green Bay Packers: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 14
As many creative ways as the Chicago Bears have used to pull out games this season, it was bound to catch up to them sooner or later. Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Week 14 loss.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:56 PM