Sean Hammond
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Chicago Bears beat reporter for the Chicago Tribune.
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Chicago Bears season ends with no Ben Johnson postgame victory speech, only a ‘crushing’ loss
There was no victory speech from Ben Johnson on Sunday, only a “crushing” end to the season. The 2025 Chicago Bears took the city on a wild ride.
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These Bears always had one more comeback, one more miracle.
It took a miracle Sunday just to get to overtime. And that's why they "wholeheartedly believed" they were going to block the Rams' overtime field goal.
On a wild night that ended a wild season.
It took a miracle Sunday just to get to overtime. And that's why they "wholeheartedly believed" they were going to block the Rams' overtime field goal.
On a wild night that ended a wild season.
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As competition for a new Bears stadium intensifies, suburban fans and leaders plan to rally tonight to bring the team to Arlington Heights — with a new urgency to fight off a bid from Indiana.
Arlington Heights rallies to bring Bears to the suburbs — and fight off a bid from Indiana
Arlington Heights leaders and residents plan to rally Wednesday for Illinois lawmakers to fight off a bid from Indiana to build a new enclosed stadium for the Chicago Bears.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
As competition for a new Bears stadium intensifies, suburban fans and leaders plan to rally tonight to bring the team to Arlington Heights — with a new urgency to fight off a bid from Indiana.
Former Bears OC Luke Getsy returns to his former role as QB coach in Green Bay.
The Packers are naming Luke Getsy their quarterbacks coach, sources say.
After offensive coordinator stints with Chicago and Las Vegas, Getsy returned to Green Bay last year as a senior assistant and now replaces Sean Mannion, who left for the Eagles OC job.
After offensive coordinator stints with Chicago and Las Vegas, Getsy returned to Green Bay last year as a senior assistant and now replaces Sean Mannion, who left for the Eagles OC job.
February 11, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Former Bears OC Luke Getsy returns to his former role as QB coach in Green Bay.
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“I've said this from day one. Chicago, the Bears, they got the right guy leading this team.”
Ben Johnson worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
So how did he do it?
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Ben Johnson worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
So how did he do it?
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How NFL Coach of the Year finalist Ben Johnson turned the Chicago Bears around in his 1st year
From the moment Ben Johnson set foot in Halas Hall, his intense energy and ability to foster a never-say-die attitude sparked a turnaround.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
“I've said this from day one. Chicago, the Bears, they got the right guy leading this team.”
Ben Johnson worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
So how did he do it?
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Ben Johnson worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
So how did he do it?
📝 @seanhammond.bsky.social
Chicago Bears reportedly set to promote Press Taylor to offensive coordinator
Chicago Bears reportedly set to promote Press Taylor to offensive coordinator
The Chicago Bears are set to promote passing game coordinator Press Taylor to offensive coordinator, filling the role previously held by Declan Doyle.
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February 8, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Chicago Bears reportedly set to promote Press Taylor to offensive coordinator
ICYMI: Joe Thuney won the inaugural Protector of the Year award. The Bears won Moment of the Year for their overtime touchdown against Green Bay.
Ben Johnson finished fourth in coach of the year voting. The latest from NFL Honors.
Ben Johnson finished fourth in coach of the year voting. The latest from NFL Honors.
Chicago Bears’ Joe Thuney named NFL Protector of the Year, while Caleb Williams-to-DJ Moore TD wins top moment
The Chicago Bears’ Joe Thuney was the inaugural winner of the NFL Protector of the Year award, while the Bears won Moment of the Year for their dramatic OT touchdown against the Packers.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:29 PM
ICYMI: Joe Thuney won the inaugural Protector of the Year award. The Bears won Moment of the Year for their overtime touchdown against Green Bay.
Ben Johnson finished fourth in coach of the year voting. The latest from NFL Honors.
Ben Johnson finished fourth in coach of the year voting. The latest from NFL Honors.
Chicago Bears OL Joe Thuney wins NFL Protector of the Year, while Ben Johnson loses out for Coach of the Year
Chicago Bears OL Joe Thuney wins NFL Protector of the Year, while Ben Johnson loses out for Coach of the Year
Chicago Bears offensive lineman Joe Thuney was the inaugural winner of the NFL Protector of the Year award, while Ben Johnson lost out to Mike Vrabel for Coach of the Year.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Chicago Bears OL Joe Thuney wins NFL Protector of the Year, while Ben Johnson loses out for Coach of the Year
Bears lineman Joe Thuney is the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year winner.
Thuney started all 17 games at left guard and even transitioned to left tackle for the divisional-round game against the Rams.
Thuney started all 17 games at left guard and even transitioned to left tackle for the divisional-round game against the Rams.
February 6, 2026 at 2:32 AM
Bears lineman Joe Thuney is the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year winner.
Thuney started all 17 games at left guard and even transitioned to left tackle for the divisional-round game against the Rams.
Thuney started all 17 games at left guard and even transitioned to left tackle for the divisional-round game against the Rams.
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in one year?
Johnson prioritized 3 things: an intense focus on details, the QB-play caller relationship, and a never-say-die attitude.
Here's more from the players and coaches inside Halas Hall.
Johnson prioritized 3 things: an intense focus on details, the QB-play caller relationship, and a never-say-die attitude.
Here's more from the players and coaches inside Halas Hall.
How NFL Coach of the Year finalist Ben Johnson turned the Chicago Bears around in his 1st year
From the moment Ben Johnson set foot in Halas Hall, his intense energy and ability to foster a never-say-die attitude sparked a turnaround.
www.chicagotribune.com
February 5, 2026 at 7:15 PM
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in one year?
Johnson prioritized 3 things: an intense focus on details, the QB-play caller relationship, and a never-say-die attitude.
Here's more from the players and coaches inside Halas Hall.
Johnson prioritized 3 things: an intense focus on details, the QB-play caller relationship, and a never-say-die attitude.
Here's more from the players and coaches inside Halas Hall.
Ben Johnson is up for coach of the year tonight.
He worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in 2025? Here's a look 👇
He worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in 2025? Here's a look 👇
How NFL Coach of the Year finalist Ben Johnson turned the Chicago Bears around in his 1st year
From the moment Ben Johnson set foot in Halas Hall, his intense energy and ability to foster a never-say-die attitude sparked a turnaround.
www.chicagotribune.com
February 5, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Ben Johnson is up for coach of the year tonight.
He worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in 2025? Here's a look 👇
He worked wonders with the Bears in 2025. Plenty of coaches talk a big game when they take a job. Not all of them produce results.
How did Ben Johnson turn the Bears around in 2025? Here's a look 👇
Former Bears coach Matt Nagy is heading to New York to work with John Harbaugh and the Giants.
Here's more on Nagy landing the Giants OC job.
Here's more on Nagy landing the Giants OC job.
NFL coaching and GM tracker: Giants to hire ex-Bears coach Matt Nagy as offensive coordinator
The NFL head coach and general manager hiring cycles are in full force. Here’s the latest news that could be of interest to Chicago Bears fans.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Former Bears coach Matt Nagy is heading to New York to work with John Harbaugh and the Giants.
Here's more on Nagy landing the Giants OC job.
Here's more on Nagy landing the Giants OC job.
Ravens fans... who is Declan Doyle?
Here's a story I wrote a year ago on where this 29-year-old offensive coordinator came from?
Here's a story I wrote a year ago on where this 29-year-old offensive coordinator came from?
For 28-year-old Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, it all started in a dorm room in western Iowa
Where did the Bears' new 28-year-old offensive coordinator Declan Doyle come from? His coaching journey started at a community college dorm room in western Iowa.
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January 30, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Ravens fans... who is Declan Doyle?
Here's a story I wrote a year ago on where this 29-year-old offensive coordinator came from?
Here's a story I wrote a year ago on where this 29-year-old offensive coordinator came from?
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The Bears had confidence Declan Doyle would stick around for one more season as their offensive coordinator, but that changed Friday when the Ravens hired the fast-rising 29-year-old.
In Baltimore, Doyle will get to call plays and work with QB Lamar Jackson.
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In Baltimore, Doyle will get to call plays and work with QB Lamar Jackson.
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Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle takes job as Baltimore Ravens play caller
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson supported Declan Doyle pursuing a job that offered the chance to call plays, and in Baltimore he’ll work with QB Lamar Jackson.
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January 30, 2026 at 10:06 PM
The Bears had confidence Declan Doyle would stick around for one more season as their offensive coordinator, but that changed Friday when the Ravens hired the fast-rising 29-year-old.
In Baltimore, Doyle will get to call plays and work with QB Lamar Jackson.
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In Baltimore, Doyle will get to call plays and work with QB Lamar Jackson.
More from @bradbiggs.bsky.social.
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After four years with the Bears, Ian Cunningham heads to Atlanta to work with new Falcons president of football Matt Ryan.
@seanhammond.bsky.social has the details.
@seanhammond.bsky.social has the details.
Ian Cunningham is leaving the Chicago Bears front office for the Atlanta Falcons GM job
After four years with the Chicago Bears, Ian Cunningham heads to Atlanta to work with new Falcons president of football Matt Ryan.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:36 AM
After four years with the Bears, Ian Cunningham heads to Atlanta to work with new Falcons president of football Matt Ryan.
@seanhammond.bsky.social has the details.
@seanhammond.bsky.social has the details.
Ian Cunningham is leaving the Chicago Bears front office for the Atlanta Falcons GM job
Ian Cunningham is leaving the Chicago Bears front office for the Atlanta Falcons GM job
After four years with the Chicago Bears, Ian Cunningham heads to Atlanta to work with new Falcons president of football Matt Ryan.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Ian Cunningham is leaving the Chicago Bears front office for the Atlanta Falcons GM job
Joe Thuney is a finalist for the Protector of the Year.
The new award, which will be handed out at the NFL Honors ceremony Feb. 5, will be given annually to the league’s best offensive lineman as decided by a panel of former All-Pro offensive linemen.
The new award, which will be handed out at the NFL Honors ceremony Feb. 5, will be given annually to the league’s best offensive lineman as decided by a panel of former All-Pro offensive linemen.
Chicago Bears guard Joe Thuney among 6 finalists for inaugural NFL Protector of the Year award
The new Protector of the Year award will be given annually at the NFL Honors ceremony to the league’s best offensive lineman as decided by a panel of former All-Pros.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Joe Thuney is a finalist for the Protector of the Year.
The new award, which will be handed out at the NFL Honors ceremony Feb. 5, will be given annually to the league’s best offensive lineman as decided by a panel of former All-Pro offensive linemen.
The new award, which will be handed out at the NFL Honors ceremony Feb. 5, will be given annually to the league’s best offensive lineman as decided by a panel of former All-Pro offensive linemen.
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have completed a second interview with Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham for their vacant GM position.
January 29, 2026 at 8:41 PM
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have completed a second interview with Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham for their vacant GM position.
Who is coming back next season and who is set to hit free agency?
Here's a look at the Chicago Bears offense heading into 2026.
Here's a look at the Chicago Bears offense heading into 2026.
Chicago Bears roster breakdown: How the offensive players fared in 2025 — and their contract statuses for 2026
Here’s a look at how the Chicago Bears offensive players fared in 2025, what their contract statuses are and how Ryan Poles might evaluate each position.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Who is coming back next season and who is set to hit free agency?
Here's a look at the Chicago Bears offense heading into 2026.
Here's a look at the Chicago Bears offense heading into 2026.
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After being snubbed in the initial voting, Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright received his first Pro Bowl nod today as an injury replacement for the Eagles' Quinyon Mitchell.
That gives the Bears four honorees, their most since 2019.
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That gives the Bears four honorees, their most since 2019.
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Chicago Bears CB Nahshon Wright added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster as an injury replacement
Nahshon Wright joins three Chicago Bears teammates on the NFC Pro Bowl roster, their most honorees since 2019.
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January 26, 2026 at 4:45 PM
After being snubbed in the initial voting, Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright received his first Pro Bowl nod today as an injury replacement for the Eagles' Quinyon Mitchell.
That gives the Bears four honorees, their most since 2019.
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That gives the Bears four honorees, their most since 2019.
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Here’s a look at how Bears offensive players fared in 2025, what their contract statuses are — and how GM Ryan Poles might evaluate each position.
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Chicago Bears roster breakdown: How the offensive players fared in 2025 — and their contract statuses for 2026
Here’s a look at how the Chicago Bears offensive players fared in 2025, what their contract statuses are and how Ryan Poles might evaluate each position.
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January 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Here’s a look at how Bears offensive players fared in 2025, what their contract statuses are — and how GM Ryan Poles might evaluate each position.
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Bears RB coach Eric Bieniemy is heading back to Kansas City to become the offensive coordinator for Andy Reid, a job he held from 2018-22.
Chicago Bears RBs coach Eric Bieniemy returning to Kansas City Chiefs as offensive coordinator
Bears running backs coach Eric Bieniemy is heading to Kansas City to become Andy Reid’s offensive coordinator.
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January 22, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Bears RB coach Eric Bieniemy is heading back to Kansas City to become the offensive coordinator for Andy Reid, a job he held from 2018-22.
Is DJ Moore to blame for the overtime interception? Here's what Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams said this week.
Plus, Ryan Poles is going to have to create some cap space this offseason. Naturally, a contract like Moore's is worth taking a deeper look at.
Plus, Ryan Poles is going to have to create some cap space this offseason. Naturally, a contract like Moore's is worth taking a deeper look at.
Is DJ Moore to blame for OT interception — and could the Chicago Bears trade the receiver this offseason?
Ben Johnson took the blame for the overtime interception against the LA Rams. But the Chicago Bears will have plenty to discuss about receiver DJ Moore this offseason.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Is DJ Moore to blame for the overtime interception? Here's what Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams said this week.
Plus, Ryan Poles is going to have to create some cap space this offseason. Naturally, a contract like Moore's is worth taking a deeper look at.
Plus, Ryan Poles is going to have to create some cap space this offseason. Naturally, a contract like Moore's is worth taking a deeper look at.
Asked about DJ Moore, Bears GM Ryan Poles said what stood out was the "level of toughness, (it) rubbed off on our team."
January 21, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Asked about DJ Moore, Bears GM Ryan Poles said what stood out was the "level of toughness, (it) rubbed off on our team."
Bears fifth-round draft pick Zah Frazier will be back with the team heading into 2026.
January 21, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Bears fifth-round draft pick Zah Frazier will be back with the team heading into 2026.
Bears GM Ryan Poles: "I'd rather not be the 'cardiac Bears.'"
"I don't think you want to be living on the edge all the time, but I think what you can take from this season is we had poise down the stretch," Poles said.
"I don't think you want to be living on the edge all the time, but I think what you can take from this season is we had poise down the stretch," Poles said.
January 21, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Bears GM Ryan Poles: "I'd rather not be the 'cardiac Bears.'"
"I don't think you want to be living on the edge all the time, but I think what you can take from this season is we had poise down the stretch," Poles said.
"I don't think you want to be living on the edge all the time, but I think what you can take from this season is we had poise down the stretch," Poles said.
Bears GM Ryan Poles says CB Jaylon Johnson has a "minor" wrist injury. It won't need surgery.
January 21, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Bears GM Ryan Poles says CB Jaylon Johnson has a "minor" wrist injury. It won't need surgery.