Alex Shapiro
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Report: Jalen Carter arrest warrant issued for racing car
According to Seth Emerson, Georgia police have issued an arrest warrant for Jalen Carter in connection with an accident that killed a Georgia football teammate and staffer. → Read More
Nazareth alum, UNLV D-lineman Ryan Keeler dies at 20
The Nazareth community is mourning the death of former football player Ryan Keeler. → Read More
Bears won't raise season ticket package prices for 2023 NFL season
The Bears opted to keep prices for their season ticket prices the same after finishing last in the NFL with a 3-14 record. → Read More
Eddie Jackson wins Bears Ed Block Courage Award for 2022 season
Bears safety Eddie Jackson was in the middle of a renaissance season before he suffered a Lisfranc injury in Week 12. → Read More
David Montgomery wants to sign contract extension with Bears this offseason
David Montgomery was emotional considering Sunday could've been his last game as a Chicago Bears running back. → Read More
Bears get No. 1 overall pick in 2023 draft after Texans beat Colts
Ryan Poles will probably field many calls from GMs around the NFL for the chance to draft Bryce Young or C.J. Stroud. → Read More
Bears roster risers and fallers in final game of 2022 NFL season
The Bears lost to the Vikings to finish the year with a 3-14 record. But several guys played well and will head into the offseason with positive momentum. → Read More
Why Bears wanted to sign Equanimeous St. Brown contract extension
Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown didn't have an impressive statistical season, but the Bears see value in him beyond the numbers. → Read More
Why Bears believe Justin Fields on path to become better QB
Justin Fields' passing numbers this year aren't good. But Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy says he knows more success is ahead based on the growth he's seen this season. → Read More
How fatherhood shapes Bears thoughts on life after Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest
Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest was tough for everyone to watch, but it was unfathomably difficult for Hamlin's family. → Read More
Bears place Teven Jenkins, Michael Schofield, Josh Blackwell on IR
The Bears will be down to their third-string right guard and sixth-string cornerback when they take on the Vikings in Week 18. → Read More
How Bears help players deal with mental health after Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest
Matt Eberflus made sure the Bears had a safe space to share emotions and access to mental health resources if needed. → Read More
Bears' Justin Fields hurt, Nathan Peterman to start vs. Vikings
Matt Eberflus announced Justin Fields strained his hip, and he will be shut down for the final game of the 2022 NFL season. → Read More
Velus Jones wants to 'be person they drafted' in Week 18
The Bears selected Velus Jones in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but he hasn't played much this season. → Read More
Justin Fields can break QB rushing record, Bears recognize importance
Justin Fields is 64 yards away from breaking Lamar Jackson's QB rushing record. Matt Eberflus recognized it's importance heading into the final game against the Vikings. → Read More
What happened on Bears last play before halftime in Lions game
The Bears loss to the Lions on New Year's Day was ugly, and this play was one of the ugliest. → Read More
Bears roster risers and fallers in loss to Lions in NFL Week 17
Justin Fields had one big run, and that was pretty much it for the Bears against the Lions in Detroit on New Year's Day. → Read More
The hidden benefits of Bears starting three rookie cornerbacks
The Bears are not better without Jaylon Johnson and Kindle Vildor. It will be tougher for them to win. But there is a silver lining to their absences. → Read More
Bears injury report: Teven Jenkins, Cody Whitehair healthy for Lions game
The Bears get two starters back on the offensive line when they take on the Lions in NFL Week 17. → Read More
Jameson Williams demands attention, even on few snaps
The Lions traded up to select Jameson Williams in first round of the 2022 NFL Draft despite an ACL injury, and he's finally made it back on to the field. → Read More