The Bears are a top-five defense in new ranking by The Athletic
The Athletic recently ranked all 32 NFL defenses entering the 2020 NFL season and the Bears landed at No. 5.
Bilal Nichols
How Bears are adjusting to loss of Eddie Goldman: 'We're missing a key part'
The Bears don't have a true nose tackle to replace Goldman, but they do have experienced depth on the defensive line.
How Bears Are Adjusting to Loss of Eddie Goldman: ‘We're Missing a Key Part'
The Bears don’t have a true nose tackle to replace Goldman, but they do have experienced depth on the defensive line.
NFL players who have opted out of the 2020 season
Part of the NFLPA’s agreement with the league allows players to opt out of the season if they are uncomfortable due to coronavirus concerns or fall into a "high risk" category. Who has decided to sit out this season?
Which Bears players will step up in Eddie Goldman's absence?
Our Bears Wire staff shares their thoughts on which player they believe will rise to the occasion in NT Eddie Goldman’s absence in 2020.
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‘He’s really, really hungry and really eager to get back on the field’: A closer look at Akiem Hicks and the Bears defensive line in 2020
There’s a lot to like about the Chicago Bears getting Akiem Hicks back after he missed 11 games last season, most of those with an elbow injury.
Bears hope to minimize pain of Eddie Goldman absence
Bilal Nichols, Abdullah Anderson, John Jenkins and Brent Urban are candidates to fill the void. ‘‘Luckily we’ve got good depth,’’ defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano said. ‘‘We’re gonna miss Eddie, but ... totally respect and understand his decision.’’
5 things we learned from DC Chuck Pagano
On a video call with the media Thursday, Bears defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano discussed linebacker Roquan Smith’s offseason focus, replacing nose tackle Eddie Goldman and more.
2020 Chicago Bears Team Preview: Nick Foles or Mitch Trubisky?
SI Fantasy's Team Preview series from high-stakes legend Shawn Childs aims to break down the Chicago Bears to evaluate the offense, defense, coaches and everyone in between with a fantasy-slanted analysis.
Bears' 53-man roster projection: Who makes the cut after NFL opt-out deadline?
With the NFL's opt-out deadline passing Thursday afternoon, we have a clear picture of what the Bears' 53-man roster will look like at the end of training camp.
Chalk Talk: Who will replace Goldman?
Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses how the Bears will replace nose tackle Eddie Goldman this season, how college scouting will be affected by COVID-19 and if Bears players will wear face shields on their helmets this year.
Bears roster 2020: Upgrades, downgrades, or level moves for each defensive and special teams unit
We surveyed every unit on the Bears D/ST to decide if they project to be better or worse in 2020, or if we can expect more of the same.
Eddie Jackson Has Been Pestering Matt Nagy To Let Him Play Offense
Eddie Jackson already knows what he can do for the Bears defense. That hasn't stopped him from nagging his head coach to let him do more.
LOOK: Chicago Bears' 80-man roster in training camp
Here’s a look at the 80 players currently on the Bears’ roster, listed alphabetically.