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BEARS SCHEDULE PREDICTIONS: How Many Times Will Caleb Williams Be in Primetime? | CHGO Bears

Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr — Wed, 13 May 2026 19:29:47 GMT

Did The Bears Build For Ben Johnson Instead Of Fixing The Defense?

The B.R.E.A.K.S Media — Wed, 13 May 2026 13:02:38 GMT

🚨 Did the Chicago Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft reveal a major shift inside Halas Hall?

On today’s episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down why this draft class may have shown that Ben Johnson’s voice is louder than Ryan Poles’ when it comes to building the roster. The Bears took heat for not drafting an edge rusher and waiting until the sixth round to add a defensive lineman, but their offensive-focused selections tell a bigger story. 🐻🔥

Instead of attacking the pass rush early, Chicago added pieces for Ben Johnson’s offense: center Logan Jones, tight end Sam Roush, and wide receiver Zavion Thomas. Were those picks about best player available, or was this the Bears fully committing to building the offense in Ben Johnson’s image? 👀

Haize also dives into the biggest question still hanging over this team: the pass rush. Chicago finished with just 35 sacks last season, seventh fewest in the NFL, and Montez Sweat was the only Bear to hit double-digit sacks. With no major edge addition in the draft, the Bears are betting on Dayo Odeyingbo, Shemar Turner, better coaching, and internal development — but is that enough?

Plus, Haize reacts to an NFL draft expert defending the Bears’ 2026 draft class, calling Chicago one of the more overlooked winners of the draft. With Dillon Thieneman, Malik Muhammad, Logan Jones, Sam Roush, Zavion Thomas, and Keyshaun Elliott, did the Bears quietly build a long-term foundation even while leaving a major short-term hole?

📌 Today on Chicago Bears Central:

✅ Did Ben Johnson have the loudest voice in the Bears’ draft?

✅ Why Ryan Poles is taking criticism after the 2026 NFL Draft

✅ Bears focus on offense despite defensive needs

✅ Logan Jones, Sam Roush & Zavion Thomas fit in Ben Johnson’s system

✅ Chicago’s pass rush remains a major concern

✅ Should the Bears consider Joey Bosa or Jadeveon Clowney?

✅ NFL draft expert defends the Bears’ rookie class

✅ Why Dillon Thieneman and Malik Muhammad could be instant-impact players

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[FULL EPISODE] Listen To This: Best sound from Bears rookie camp!

Audacy — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:55:00 GMT

As the offseason rolls on, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote have another edition of Listen To This! The guys hear from new Bears offensive coordinator Press Taylor, who spoke during rookie camp. How does he envision his new role with the team? And how does he think rookies like tight end Sam Roush and receiver Zavion Thomas will factor into the offense this year?

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The Halas Beat: What is Colston Loveland’s ceiling going into 2026?

BlueWire — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

What to expect from Dillon Thieneman and Logan Jones in rookie season with Chicago Bears

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 13 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT

The Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft picks don't have to be breakout stars to still be important contributors during their rookie season.

We compare Dillion Thieneman and Logan Jones to other recent safeties and centers in their first year to set expectations for the start of their careers.

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Tape Review | Sam Roush is Completely Cole Kmet 2.0

Bleav, Unbearable Sports — Tue, 12 May 2026 23:44:00 GMT

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BONUS: Dan Wiederer offers potential Bears schedule nuggets on 104.3 The Score

Audacy — Tue, 12 May 2026 23:38:00 GMT

Our own Dan Wiederer, while co-hosting with Matt Spiegel on 104.3 The Score in Chicago, reacted to rumors trickling out about the Bears' schedule for the 2026 season.

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Bears scheduling rumors & information are trickling out

Tue, 12 May 2026 22:32:54 GMT

What does Dennis Allen think of Dillon Thieneman?

Audacy — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:24:00 GMT

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who shares what he thinks of rookie safety Dillon Thieneman, the team's first-round draft pick.

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How does Dennis Allen think he can coach better this season?

Audacy — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:21:00 GMT

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen explain how he believes he can coach his unit better in 2026.

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Anthony Herron explains how Bears defense can be 'coached better'

Tue, 12 May 2026 21:42:55 GMT

Takeaways from rookie minicamp | Bears Weekly

Chicago Bears — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:28:20 GMT

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer discuss the latest news from Halas Hall and recap what stood out at Bears rookie minicamp this past weekend.

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How The Bears Were Divided On Keyshaun Elliott Until Richard Hightower Stepped In

Tue, 12 May 2026 21:15:07 GMT

The Chicago Bears were plenty happy with their 2026 NFL draft class by the time things drew to a close last month. They felt they’d assembled a group of highly talented and motivated players who could contribute to the team immediately. Most of the discussions hovered around 1st round pick Dillon Thieneman, 2nd round pick Logan Jones, and even 4th round pick Malik Muhammad, largely because all three have legitimate chances to start. That makes it easy to overlook Keyshaun Elliott, the team’s 5th round selection from Arizona State.

Linebackers in general don’t get much fanfare in the draft. They’re considered less flashy positions. Also, it seems apparent that Elliott is no threat to play this season, what with T.J. Edwards, Devin Bush, and D’Marco Jackson all penciled in as starters. What some people don’t know is that the decision to draft Elliott wasn’t a quick one. There wasn’t an immediate consensus to do so during the draft. Debates were had about what they should do. According to Adam Jahns on the Hoge & Jahns podcast, it was the insistence of special teams coordinator Richard Hightower that eventually tipped the balance.

Hightower knew Keyshaun Elliott was tailor-made for special teams.

It requires a vital mix of key traits. Chief among them are toughness, effort, intelligence, unselfishness, and discipline. Anybody who watched Elliott play for even one game during his college career will have recognized all of those were present. He was the unquestioned leader of the Sun Devils’ defense, demonstrating his intelligence and discipline in getting teammates lined up before every snap. His toughness and effort showed in all the hustle plays he made to stop runs for short gains or prevent long ones.

If you look across the NFL, you’ll find many players like that cemented on top special teams units. It certainly doesn’t hurt that Elliott made it clear from the start that he would dive straight into work on the third phase. He isn’t naive. While he wants to play, he understands the best course for him to find a footing on the roster is through special teams. If and when he becomes a fixture, as Hightower believes he can be, the Bears will open up the door to opportunities on defense.

Keyshaun Elliott is the pretty clear no. 4 linebacker in the class for me. After the big 3, he'd be the guy I target.

An absolute monster against the run, capable in coverage, upside as a blitzer, flat/screen destroyer flashes. Really good football player pic.twitter.com/xKjEqCo7i4
— Jon Ledyard (@LedyardNFLDraft) February 14, 2026

We’ve already seen this approach work before.

One great thing general manager Ryan Poles does is that, by the third day of the draft, he lets his scouts and assistant coaches compile lists of players they really love. Then he does his best to acquire as many of them as possible. Hightower was a fan of Hicks when the Bears took him in the 7th round four years ago. The same was true of Roschon Johnson in 2023. Special teams carries a ton of weight with every pick the Bears make that late in the draft, and Keyshaun Elliott was no exception.

Nobody knows if he can become a legitimate starter on defense. He has enough talent. While not blazing fast, he’s athletic enough and smart enough to play on Sundays. Proving it in practice will be his biggest hurdle. However, many players have carved out long careers on special teams. Former Bears staple Brendon Ayanbadejo is a perfect example. Despite being an undrafted free agent, he spent 10 years in the NFL and was a three-time Pro Bowl special-teamer. Elliott is bigger and more athletic than he was.

Ben's Vision: Which rookies will start for the Bears in 2026?

Tue, 12 May 2026 20:23:03 GMT

Can Malik Muhammad beat out Tyrique Stevenson for a starting cornerback job?

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:55:00 GMT

RUMORS SWIRLING: Will the Chicago Bears Open the Season Against the Seattle Seahawks? | CHGO Bears

Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr — Tue, 12 May 2026 19:24:44 GMT

BEARS SQUAD SHOW: Bigger EXPECTATIONS for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Loveland this year??

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 12 May 2026 17:19:59 GMT

Do you have higher expectations for Rome Odunze, Luther Burden or Coleston Loveland this year? Where does Ben Johnson rank amongst head coaches in the NFL? The Bears add Scotty Miller, but should they add more veteran depth?

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Meet the BEARS DRAFT CLASS: Thoughts and Observations from Rookie Mini Camp

Adam Hoge, Adam Jahns — Tue, 12 May 2026 16:31:51 GMT

Dan Wiederer recaps Bears rookie minicamp, talks upcoming schedule release

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:40:55 GMT

Adam Schefter Drops HUGE Bears Week 1 Intel | Could The Bears STILL Add Cam Jordan? Dennis Allen Responds

The B.R.E.A.K.S Media — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:43:31 GMT

🚨 The Chicago Bears are still making moves after rookie minicamp — and one of them could bring real veteran speed into the building.

On today’s episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize reacts to the Bears signing WR Scotty Miller, WR Kyron Hudson, LB Wayne Matthews III, and LB Jon Rhattigan after rookie minicamp tryouts. Miller reportedly stood out with a big deep-ball grab during minicamp, while Rhattigan brings veteran special teams experience after appearing in 65 regular-season games across multiple NFL stops. 🐻🔥

Haize also breaks down what these signings mean for the Bears’ roster battles heading into training camp — especially after Squirrel White was placed on the reserve/retired list.

Then, the conversation turns to the pass rush. Dennis Allen addressed the idea of a possible reunion with veteran edge rusher Cam Jordan, and while the Bears don’t sound desperate to add another pass rusher right now, Allen did leave the door cracked open. 👀

With Montez Sweat, Dayo Odeyingbo, and Austin Booker already in place, are the Bears confident in their current group — or should fans still be worried about the lack of another proven edge rusher?

Plus, Haize dives into the tight end room after Sam Roush flashed during rookie minicamp. Press Taylor says Roush’s role is still “to be determined,” which could be great news for Cole Kmet as the Bears continue building around 12 personnel and multiple tight end looks.

And finally… Adam Schefter dropped a major Bears schedule nugget. Could Chicago open the 2026 season on the road against the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday night? If that happens, Caleb Williams and the Bears could start the year on one of the biggest stages in football. 🍿

📌 Today on Chicago Bears Central:

✅ Bears sign Scotty Miller, Kyron Hudson, Wayne Matthews III & Jon Rhattigan

✅ What Squirrel White landing on reserve/retired means

✅ Dennis Allen responds to Cam Jordan reunion talk

✅ Are the Bears done adding pass-rush help?

✅ Sam Roush flashes, but Cole Kmet’s role may still be safe

✅ Bears tight end usage under Ben Johnson & Press Taylor

✅ Adam Schefter hints at Bears vs Seahawks Week 1

✅ Could Caleb Williams open the season against the champs?

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Chicago Bears undrafted rookies to watch: Tackling-breaking RB, developmental QB and O-Line bully

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 12 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT

The Chicago Bears' 14 undrafted rookies include the best tackle-breaking RB in the draft, a backup QB from Caleb Williams' past and some mean blockers.

Ben Johnson and offensive coordinator Press Taylor shared what they like about the UDFAs they added from rookie minicamp.

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The Real Reasons Behind The Chicago Bears Latest Barrage Of Roster Additions

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:41:59 GMT

Coming out of the rookie minicamps last week, it seemed like the Chicago Bears were content with adding only one player to the roster as they prepare for the next phase of spring practices next month. That was veteran wide receiver Scotty Miller, who looked sharp across two days of work. It made sense. Chicago’s receiving corps got a lot younger this offseason with the departures of D.J. Moore and Olamide Zaccheaus, while rookie Zavion Thomas arrived via the draft. Miller, along with Kalif Raymond, would give them some much-needed experience.

So you can imagine the surprise when news came down the pipeline that the Bears had not only signed three other players in addition to Miller, but also saw one of their undrafted free agents abruptly retire. The three names included undrafted wide receiver Kyron Hudson, undrafted linebacker Wayne Matthews III, and veteran linebacker Jon Rhattigan. Conversely, Florida State wide receiver Squirrel White chose to retire after minicamps concluded. The only information available on that is that he left the field with a trainer at one point, indicating he must’ve suffered an injury.

Either it was serious enough to be career-ending, or it was enough to convince him that football was no longer worth it. Regardless, it helps explain why the Bears looked to add some extra bodies at wide receiver.

Bears roster moves pic.twitter.com/7ymN0cE63h
— Adam Jahns (@adamjahns) May 11, 2026

RE: Squirrel White’s abrupt retirement. I was walking into the Walter Payton Center Saturday as he was exiting the practice field with a trainer. This was during stretch. He did not return for practice. https://t.co/oQbt54gIAs
— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 11, 2026

The purpose of these Chicago Bears moves is easy to see.

Hudson wasn’t brought in because the team felt he was overlooked. In truth, he had a rather unremarkable college career, serving as a third- or fourth-option for most of it. The primary reasoning for his addition is his relationship with Caleb Williams. The two were teammates for two years in 2022 and 2023. Hudson caught five touchdowns during that period. It feels like the Bears wanted to bring in someone Williams is familiar with, helping make the long training camp grind more comfortable later this year.

As for Matthews III and Rhattigan, the intent is more straightforward. They are special teams additions. Rhattigan has carved out a nice career as a special teams player, collecting 28 tackles in the last five seasons. The Bears are always looking for contributors on that front. Matthews III always showed potential in those areas, posting seven tackles in just ten games in 2022 alone. No doubt special teams coordinator Richard Hightower saw enough to add them to the mix for July.

This is where Ryan Poles deserves some credit.

While the Bears’ general manager has his faults, one thing you can’t say is that he ignores the special teams. He has been great about consistently feeding that unit with dependable players since he took over in 2022. Josh Blackwell, Daniel Hardy, Elijah Hicks, Jonathan Owens, Jaylon Jones, and Carl Jones Jr. were all additions he made with that in mind. It is nice to see he hasn’t shirked that responsibility. After all, the Bears don’t make the playoffs last year without some huge plays on special teams.

At first glance, Rhattigan is probably the name to watch out for in that group. He has the most experience and plays a position at which the Chicago Bears could use some depth. Miller has a good chance to win a roster spot on offense, though he may have to show some special teams value as well. All of this is a reminder that roster-building isn’t exclusive to just the draft and free agency. Good teams constantly churn the bottom of the depth chart, looking for help everywhere.

CLASS IN SESSION: Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears Rookie Class take first steps | CHGO Bears After Dark

Greg Braggs Jr, Shayne Marsaw — Tue, 12 May 2026 01:44:10 GMT

Bears Rookie Minicamp: Inside the Biggest Roster Decisions

Bleav, Unbearable Sports — Tue, 12 May 2026 01:42:00 GMT

We break down the Chicago Bears Minicamp so far and what is happening with Zah Frazier now that he is no longer with the Chicago Bears and with Logan Jones and if he will be the starting Center. MERCH STORE: https://my-store-d0ccf4.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW THE PODCAST: https://pod.link/1582738970/ Subscribe to Unbearable Sports: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_7Z9ziaJn1eKcbW6jZxbjA?sub_confirmation=1

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Mark Grote delivers a Bears rookie minicamp hit

Mon, 11 May 2026 22:28:54 GMT