en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Chicago Bears News https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/news The Chicago Bears held multiple player press conferences following Day 4 of training camp on Saturday, including pressers with tight end Cole Kmet and cornerback Jaylon Johnson. Both were selected by Chicago in the 2020 NFL Draft, making them the longest-tenured players on the roster. Now entering their seventh season with the organization, Kmet and […] Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:38:25 GMT Sarah DeNicolo https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434841 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434841 false false Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III will both be vying for positioning when it comes to the conversation as to who the top dog is in the Bears' WR room. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:21:06 GMT Jerry Markarian https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434725 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434725 false false Bears Bears WR Rome Odunze clarified his prior comment about a “new normal” regarding his foot, saying he didn’t articulate things properly. Odunze was clear he’s fully healthy and ready to go, and he didn’t mean he’s dealing with any chronic issues or long-term effects from the injury. (Sean Hammond) Lions Lions TE Sam LaPorta […] The post appeared first on . Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:12:55 GMT Wyatt Grindley https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434669 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434669 false false Welcome back to the ultimate destination for everything Chicago Bears News! Training camp is heating up, and Day 4 delivered explosive roster developments, c... Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:12:42 GMT Just Another Year Chicago: Bears https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434667 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434667 false false The former Pro Bowl Bears cornerback has begun to assert himself in training camp as he begins a comeback season from groin surgery. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:51:24 GMT Gene Chamberlain https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434530 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434530 false false A Saturday afternoon roundup of things from Chicago Bears training camp. ICYMI: on Saturday because of lightning in the area. The show goes on, though. After starting practice indoors, the team was (eventually) able to move practice activities to the outdoors. So at least everyone got some wet-ball practice. That could come in handy later this football season. Bears rookie Zavion Thomas continues to work his way into the offense’s plans. The LSU product caught a touchdown pass from backup quarterback Tyson Bagent, with Sun-Times reporter Patrick Finley saying Thomas was “sharp” on Saturday. He also snagged a fun quote from the wideout. “I played in rain before — you got to catch the ball and make plays,” Thomas said, . “We play in snow. You gotta catch the ball and make plays.” It makes sense that Bears Special Teams Coordinator Richard Hightower is down to play in wonky conditions. “I am actually excited about it,” Hightower said, on Twitter/X. “I think our players are excited about it too. Embrace the opportunity to go out in the wet & rainy weather. We got wet ball Wednesday on a Saturday so we’re fired up.” There is something about special teams coaches that is a little off-center (complimentary). Overall, it sounds like the defense had the upper hand on Saturday. There is some from the Tribune tandem of Sean Hammond and Brad Biggs. Don’t get me wrong. I’ve been loving every update about how good the offense has looked that has crossed my nose. However, it is important for the defense to have some good days at camp. Balance in The Force is key. Jul 31, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Coby Bryant (2) runs with the ball during Training Camp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson had a lot to say on Saturday. The two-time Pro Bowler explained why he is . And later took us for a trip down memory lane he has played with — as well as a mention of where Caleb Williams ranks. It feels encouraging to have arguably the Bears’ best defender heaping praise on the offense. Jaylon has never been one to mince words. So getting that type of review from Johnson isn’t something I’m breezing past. With that being said, what CB1 said about QB1 isn’t even the biggest banger of a quote. This one, , might be: “I easily could have sat on my ass and not played and just watch it be what it was, but for me I felt like what I had to give was enough to contribute to the team. Of course, it wasn’t nowhere near who I could be. I feel like people know that. For me it was just going out there competing, just wanting to be there.” That quote sounds like something a veteran would say to get a message across to younger teammates. However, I don’t want to go down that rabbit hole right now. But if you read that quote and thought about a particular player, just know that you are not alone. BN BEARS TRAINING CAMP PREVIEW PODCAST: | | You could tell it meant a lot to Jaylon Johnson to play for a contender in 2025. His first five years in the league saw the Bears finish just one season with a non-losing record. And while Chicago made the playoffs in that 2020 season, an injured Johnson was unavailable. Losing can take a toll on a guy, so it makes sense that Jaylon was willing to play at less than 100 percent to help by any means necessary. Look who showed up to Bears practice: — Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) Thanks for pulling up, 🤝 — Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) Side note: I hate how Twitter/X displays some images in embedded posts. I know it’s an inexact science, but shouldn’t Artificial Intelligence be smart enough to lay it out in a way that is user-friendly? Sigh. I digress. Another day, another missed practice for running back Kyle Monangai. That is three-in-a-row for Monangai, who ESPN’s Courtney Cronin says has an undisclosed injury. Get well soon, big fella. Another day, another new body getting reps with the first-team offense. It was Jedrick Wills Jr. getting the call on Saturday, with Cronin noting that Jones ran with the second unit while Kiran Amegadjie practiced with the third-team offense. More Bears From Bleacher Nation: | Subscribe to the Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:43:09 GMT Luis C. Medina https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434463 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434463 false false The Chicago Bears have never really been known as a team rich in offensive weapons. There have been a few moments in time where they’ve managed to field a strong group of three or four good options. The 2013 team with Brandon Marshall, Alshon Jeffery, Martellus Bennett, and Matt Forte comes to mind. However, the […] Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:09:56 GMT Erik Lambert https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434215 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434215 false false Jaylon Johnson calls this the best Bears offense he's ever played with in his seven years in Chicago. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:57:52 GMT Ariana Pensy https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434133 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57434133 false false The Chicago Bears finally are giving fans a taste of the season ahead with training camp kicking off and practice reps underway. It is a welcome change after wh Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:33:50 GMT Nick Halden https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433948 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433948 false false Jaylon Johnson understands this could be his last year with the Bears and he's prepared to show he's still a top cornerback in the NFL. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:27:17 GMT Brendan Sugrue https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433895 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433895 false false Receiver Zavion Thomas is experiencing the ups and downs every NFL rookie endures, but is making the most of it thanks to his talent, guidance from coaches and help from veteran teammates. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:22:59 GMT Gabby Hajduk https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433864 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433864 false false This is a huge season for Chicago Bears starting wide receiver Rome Odunze, and one analyst is clearly all the way back in on him. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:21:44 GMT Brad Berreman https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433855 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433855 false false The Bears might need to test their speed gauges after their cocking of their return man but they'll still have high hopes for the veteran to produce. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:19:05 GMT Gene Chamberlain https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433840 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433840 false false Voice of the Bears Jeff Joniak joins to discuss what he's seen from the Bears in camp and why he's loving what Caleb Williams and Jaylon Johnson are doing. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:16:28 GMT Waddle & Silvy https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433814 https://sportspyder.com/nfl/chicago-bears/articles/57433814 false false