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Soldier Field switches to Bermuda grass for Bears
Similar turf was installed for the Ravens, Eagles and Chiefs. → Read More
Celebrating ‘Sweetness’: Happy Birthday Walter Payton
WGN News Now looks back at the legacy of the Pro Football Hall of Famer, including “The 9 Sweetest Moments” of his legendary career with the Bears on his birthday. → Read More
Ditka, Bears teammates visit with Steve McMichael at ALS fundraiser
CHICAGO — Mike Ditka and former Bears teammates surrounded Steve “Mongo” McMichael with love Monday in Wrigleyville. In addition to “Da Coach,” former Bears teammates, including Jim McMahon, Kevin Butler and were in attendance. Wrestler Ric Flair and Blackhawks legend Bobby Hall had some laughs with McMichael as well. “I can’t imagine, even if he’s […] → Read More
Payton Presser: Bears defense shines in 24-17 win over Seahawks
Bears fans, the last time we talked, I was sitting in my kitchen trying to process the Sunday night dismantling that took place in the second half in Green Bay. I’ve had a lot of ups and down as a lifelong Bears fan, but last Sunday was a tough one to swallow. → Read More
Behind the scenes of Super Bowl Weekend: Jarrett Payton gives us a glimpse
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- Our own Jarrett Payton is in Minnesota this weekend for Super Bowl festivities including the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Jarrett, along with his family, have been tweeting, 'gramming and snapchatting their way through Minneapolis. → Read More
Payton Presser: Bears can’t overcome mistakes in loss to Saints
As Bears fans, that was a frustrating game to watch, to say the least. The ball seemed to be bouncing on the side of the Saints all Sunday as the Bears tried to record their 3rd win in a row. → Read More
Payton Presser: Eddie Jackson makes history in Bears victory over Panthers
Entering Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers, the Bears were trying to get a win and also do something that they haven’t done since November of 2015: win back-to-back games. → Read More
Payton Presser: Running game and takeaways get Bears their 2nd win
It wasn’t a pretty one, but the Bears came out of Sunday with their second win of the season, topping the Ravens 27-24 in overtime. Most of my focus during the game was on Mitchell Trubisky and his development. But all three phases were on display for various reasons. → Read More
Payton Presser: Together as one, Bears get their first win of the season
Heading into the third week against the Pittsburgh Steelers, I didn’t know what to expect from John Fox’s squad. In the first two games, we have seen two very different teams. The biggest issue that continues to plague this ball club is injuries. → Read More
Payton Presser: The Bears have a foundation to build on
Well, ladies and gentlemen, yesterday was the moment we had all been waiting for. Maybe the moment we’ve all been waiting for since last season ended. We all walked into yesterday’s home opener with a bad 3-13 taste in our mouths. But we also had the feeling of hope. → Read More
Payton Presser: Will the Bears stick to the plan at QB?
I'm not sure how you viewed the 2017 Bears before training camp. But after only three wins last season, I can understand if it was with skepticism. What the Bears are trying to do now is earn back our trust. It's not that I'm ungrateful. → Read More
Payton Presser: Mitchell Trubisky gives me hope for the future
It was 12:15 a.m. on Friday morning and I was just getting home from covering the Bears' first preseason game against the Broncos. With two kids having energy like my old man, my first thought was to get some sleep I will need today. → Read More
Down and Distance: Has Golden State forced LeBron’s hand?
Jarrett, Ernie and Shaun Davis take a look at the NBA Finals and discuss LeBron's future in Cleveland. → Read More
Down and Distance: Does Kevin White make an impact in 2017?
Jarrett and Ernie discuss the future of Kevin White and the Bears, as well as White Sox talk, the MJ/LBJ debate, and the tragedy in Manchester. → Read More
Down and Distance: Who will be the Bears’ top receiver in 2017?
Who will be the Bears' top receiver in 2017? → Read More
Down and Distance: An overview of Chicago’s sports landscape
Jarrett and Ernie go “4 downs” and discuss the state of the Bulls, check in on the Cubs and Sox, see if we’re finally OK with the Bears draft, and Jarrett goes off topic on 4th down. → Read More
Down and Distance: In Pace We Trust?
This week on Down and Distance, Jarrett and Ernie break down the controversial draft selections by Ryan Pace. Is this finally his team? → Read More