ESPN's FPI views the Bears as slight playoff underdogs in 2026, casting doubt on Chicago's chances of building on last year's NFC North title.

Despite Ben Johnson’s surging offense, defensive regressions and key roster departures have analysts skeptical that Chicago can surpass last year’s eleven-win mark in a pivotal 2026 campaign.

Bears HC Ben Johnson spoke about the center competition between Garrett Bradbury and rookie Logan Jones, following the retirement of C Drew Dalman. “The ball is in his court as far as I’m concerned,” Johnson said of Bradbury,

ESPN’s Field Yates projects the Bears addressing one of their biggest 2025 weaknesses with a power edge rusher at No. 25 in his latest 2026 mock draft. The Chicago Bears don't have many weaknesses entering the 2026 offseason. But one that will continue ...

The Chicago Bears agreed to rookie deals with safety Dillon Thieneman and center Logan Jones, the team's top two NFL draft picks in 2026.

With Travis Kelce nearing the end of his legendary NFL career, the Kansas City Chiefs could add another tight end in the future.

As noted by ESPN, the Bears have called Illinois home since their inception. Arlington Heights, which is located northwest of Chicago, and the city of Chicago have also been in consideration.

ESPN's Seth Walder shared a projection for the Bears' playoff odds, which reveal that Caleb Williams (who's on the Madden cover this year) and the Bears are underdogs, thanks to a 46.5% chance to make the playoffs.