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Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears in action against the Houston Texans at Soldier Field on September 25, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears signals to a wide receiver during an NFL preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on August 28, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Bears defeated the Titans 27-24.

Why Did Nick Foles Get Benched Behind Andy Dalton In 2021?

The Chicago Bears seemed to move on from quarterback Nick Foles quickly after acquiring him in 2020 to back up Mitch Trubisky. He went from sitting on the bench to seeing action pretty fast with the Bears. Foles came in for Trubisky during Week 3 in a come-from-behind victory for the Bears.

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

A Chicago Bears helmet is seen in the bench area during a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Soldier Field on August 10, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. The Broncos defeated the Bears 24-17.

Bears Have Acquired A New Veteran Backup Behind Justin Fields

While the Chicago Bears are tinkering with their quarterback depth chart, Justin Fields will remain their starter for the 2022 season. His rookie season served as a first act on what he can do and Bears fans expect a better outcome now that he's the undeniable leader of the offense.

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears loosk on from the side line in the first half against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Justin Fields Deserves Stability In Chicago

Justin Fields enters his second season in the NFL with an entirely new coaching staff. The overhaul by the Chicago Bears started when GM Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy failed to take the team to the playoffs in 2021. The team would soon decide to move on from the two, firing

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

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Bears Looking To Retool Defense For 2022 Season

A Chicago Bears helmet is seen in the bench area during a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Soldier Field on August 10, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. The Broncos defeated the Bears 24-17.

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears have been in the spotlight with their recent moves. Fans are still talking about the trading of Khalil Mack, the team's biggest defensive star, to the Los Angeles Chargers. The team has also released Eddie Goldman and is allowing Akiem Hicks to test the free age

Matt Eberflus, head coach of the Chicago Bears speaks to reporters during the NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on March 1, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Matt Eberflus Now On The Matt Nagy Path In Chicago

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

Tarik Cohen #29 of the Chicago Bears runs with the ball during training camp at Halas Hall on September 01, 2020 in Lake Forest, Illinois.

Bears Make The Right Decision To Move On From Tarik Cohen

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

Allen Robinson #12 of the Chicago Bears at SoFi Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

Should The Bears Try To Re-Sign Allen Robinson?

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

Outside linebacker Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears walks off the field after a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bears defeated the Raiders 20-9.

Was Khalil Mack's Time In Chicago A Success?

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears throws the ball down the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter at Heinz Field on November 8, 2021 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

3 Offensive Linemen The Bears Can Sign To Protect Justin Fields

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago

3 Offensive Linemen The Bears Can Sign To Protect Justin Fields

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears throws the ball down the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter at Heinz Field on November 8, 2021 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Matthew Willis • 2 years ago Super Bowl 56 has come and gone, but for Chicago Bears fans, they are looking toward the next season and how to get back into the playoffs. Last season the Bears were awful in protecting the quarterback, giving up 58 sacks in 2021, making them the worst in the league at protecting

General manager Ryan Pace of the Chicago Bears walks the sidelines before a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field on August 14, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Dolphins 20-13.

2 Fired Bears Leaders Didn't Wait Long For New Jobs

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Chicago Bears fans cheer during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on October 17, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Release Yet Another Silly Hype Video

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

NFL quarterback Justin Fields #1 and tight end Jesper Horsted #87 of the Chicago Bears celebrate their touchdown during the first half of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bears defeated the Raiders 20-9.

NFL World Reacts To New Bears Head Coach

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

General manager Ryan Pace of the Chicago Bears walks the sidelines before a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field on August 14, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Dolphins 20-13.

3 Worst Decisions Made By Ryan Pace With The Bears

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

3 Worst Decisions Made By Ryan Pace With The Bears

General manager Ryan Pace of the Chicago Bears walks the sidelines before a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field on August 14, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Dolphins 20-13.

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago Aside from NFL head coaches, general managers are also getting the boot. Interestingly, both GMs fired were from the NFC North. The Minnesota Vikings let go of Rick Spielman while the Chicago Bears released Ryan Pace. https://twitter.com/markgrotesports/status/1480937717684973

NFL World Reacts To The Bears Regime Change

A Chicago Bears helmet is seen in the bench area during a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Soldier Field on August 10, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. The Broncos defeated the Bears 24-17.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears finally did the inevitable Monday morning by firing head coach Matt Nagy and GM Ryan Pace. This does not come as much of a surprise given all the rumors surrounding both individuals for much of the season. Chicago limped to a 6-11 finish, Justin Fields did not s

A detail view of a Chicago Bears helmet is seen in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints on November 1st, 2020 at Soldier Stadium, in Chicago, IL.

Bears Get One Final Bit Of Disappointment This Season

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears watches action prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 12, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Bears 45-30.

NFL World Reacts To Matt Nagy Job Status Update

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Devin Hester #23 of the Chicago Bears fields a punt against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on November 4, 2013 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Bears defeated the Packers 27-20.

Devin Hester Deserves To Be A First-Ballot Hall Of Famer

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago

Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears passes the ball in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on December 05, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

NFL World Reacts To Andy Dalton News

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears (L) talks with Justin Fields #1 during a game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Lions 24-14.

Matt Nagy Does Not Deserve Another Season With The Bears

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago

Matt Nagy Does Not Deserve Another Season With The Bears

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears (L) talks with Justin Fields #1 during a game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Lions 24-14.

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago There is a reason Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy is considered the favorite to be the next NFL coach fired. While Nagy’s 33-30 regular-season record doesn’t look awful on paper, the Bears are not trending in the right direction. Nagy won AP NFL Coach of the Year in 2018 a

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears looks on during the game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Matt Nagy Left Hoping For A Miracle

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears looks on during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field on December 20, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Fans React To Matt Nagy's Decisions In Vikings Loss

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears watches action prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 12, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Bears 45-30.

Matt Nagy Being Mocked For Halftime Quote

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears and Andy Dalton #14 warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Bears Provide A Positive Update On Starting QB Situation

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Bears Provide A Positive Update On Starting QB Situation

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears and Andy Dalton #14 warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Matt Nagy and the Chicago Bears are in a real bad spot right now. The team is 4-8, likely set to miss the postseason, and Nagy's job is in jeopardy. So he may as well put his best players on the field and hope for a miracle. Andy Dalton got the start at quarterback…

Bears Again Placing Their Faith In Andy Dalton

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears and Andy Dalton #14 fist bump during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on November 25, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears are clinging to playoff hopes with a 4-7 record. The team was able to snap a five-game losing streak against the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving, even if it was by a slim 16-14 margin. That win came with Andy Dalton at quarterback as Justin Fields was dealing with

NFL head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears reacts during the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Bears Ownership Clarifies Stance On Matt Nagy

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Quarterback Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears throws the ball down the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the third quarter at Heinz Field on November 8, 2021 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Full Extent Of Justin Fields' Rib Injury Revealed

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Andy Dalton #14 of the Chicago Bears passes against the Baltimore Ravens at Soldier Field on November 21, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Ravens defeated the Bears 16-13.

Historical Stat Proves The Bears Are In Great Shape For Thanksgiving

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head Coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears reacts from the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half at Heinz Field on November 8, 2021 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Bears Fans Left In The Dark About Matt Nagy's Job Status

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears looks on during the game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Have Reportedly Made A Decision On Matt Nagy

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Bears Have Reportedly Made A Decision On Matt Nagy

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears looks on during the game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on October 03, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Chicago Bears fans may have officially seen enough from Matt Nagy in Week 11. His team blew a late lead to a Baltimore Ravens offense that was without Lamar Jackson and the already slim playoff hopes faded away in an instant. Next up is a Thanksgiving matchup against a Detroit Li

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears warms up before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Soldier Field on November 21, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

Bears Would Be Foolish To Play Justin Fields On Thanksgiving

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears defends during the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Bears Provide Worst-Case Scenario Update On Khalil Mack

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Matt Nagy of the Chicago Bears celebrates a win against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Matt Nagy Provides Ridiculous Quote On Bears Losing Streak

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Outside linebacker Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears walks off the field after a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bears defeated the Raiders 20-9.

Bears Get Bad Injury News On LB Khalil Mack

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Bears Get Bad Injury News On LB Khalil Mack

Outside linebacker Khalil Mack #52 of the Chicago Bears walks off the field after a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Bears defeated the Raiders 20-9.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Chicago Bears defense got absolutely torched by Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this past Sunday. The final score was 38-3 on a day when Justin Fields looked lost. Any game in which a defense plays so poorly is a cause for concern. Unfortunately for Bears fans, the