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Shelley has played 80, 97 and 80 percent of the defense's snaps in the last three games, registering 13 tackles and one pass breakup. In a 33-27 win over the Vikings Dec. 20 in Minneapolis, the 2019 sixth-round pick from Kansas State made two huge tackles one yard short of a first down on drives...

"I think it's hard at times to come in as a rookie and lead," said London. "Last year, it was a little bit difficult for him, but as he's gotten a little more comfortable and his personality has come out a little bit, he's taken a leadership role in the offense, which is good to see. He's...

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Local and national NFL analysts make their pick for the Week 17 game between the Bears and Packers Sunday at Soldier Field. Keep track of their weekly record here on ChicagoBears.com.

Wondering about a player, a past game or another issue involving the Bears? Senior writer Larry Mayer answers a variety of questions from fans on ChicagoBears.com. With such a huge game coming up Sunday against the Packers, how would you describe the vibe with Bears players this week at Halas...

Fans in the Chicagoland, Rockford and South Bend areas can watch Bear Essentials and a re-airing of the game Tuesday on the Marquee Sports Network at 7:00 and 7:30 p.m., respectively. The game will be available on SiriusXM Channels 225 and 805. For Bears news, talk, analysis and more, listen...

"We're not trying to make this anything [more] special than what it is," said linebacker Roquan Smith. "We know it's the biggest game because it's the next game, and that's our focus right now, so [we are] just thinking about it from that standpoint." Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky has played...

The Bears have announced the winner of the 2020 Community All-Pros initiative. Devices 4 the Disabled (D4D), a local non-profit that works to ensure that people with disabilities have access to the medical devices they need and the mobility they deserve, will receive a $101,000 grant. "We...

Larry Mayer, ChicagoBears.com Prediction: Roquan Smith will record 10 tackles against the Packers. Comment: Smith has been playing at an All-Pro level most of the season, especially in recent weeks with two sacks against the Texans and two interceptions versus the Jaguars. He's tied for the NFL...

After being relegated to operating the scout team in practice following his demotion, Trubisky took pride in preparing the Bears defense to face its upcoming opponent. And when he was finally reinstalled as the starter eight weeks after his benching, Trubisky more than made the most of his...

"Thank you guys very much," Trubisky said via Zoom in accepting the award. "It's an honor. Just looking at the guys' names on the plaque, and specifically guys who I've played with, Zach Miller, Prince Amukamara and Allen Robinson are all really good friends of mine, people who I hold in very...

Miller appreciates the connections and education that he got at Christian Brothers, but only in hindsight. Initially, he planned to commute to the exurb of Arlington. "At first, I didn't want to go to Christian Brothers," said Miller. "My mom pushed me to go there. She thought it would keep me...

"We did not play to our standards," said Smith, "and that wasn't the way we had envisioned on coming out. But it happened, so we just go to put that on the back of our shoulders and add more fuel to our fire. We just know we can't play like that coming into this next game if we want to win."...

In a winner-take-all Week 17 battle for the NFC North championship at Soldier Field, the Bears lost to the Packers 33-28 as Aaron Rodgers threw a game-winning 48-yard touchdown pass to Randall Cobb on fourth-and-8 with :38 remaining in regulation. The seesaw contest, which featured five lead...

The Bears will honor the late Gale Sayers at Sunday's regular-season finale against the Packers with a stenciled circle on the field that features his last name and No. 40 jersey number. The Hall of Fame running back, who spent his entire NFL career with the Bears from 1965-72, passed away...

Passing game coordinator Dave Ragone has worked with Trubisky since his rookie year, and he's seen a change in the quarterback. "The first thing that came to my mind was a smile," said Ragone. "The joy with which he's playing, he has been different since he came back into the starting lineup...

Bears Senior Writer Larry Mayer breaks down the playoff scenarios and tiebreakers heading into Week 17, discusses the chances of Roquan Smith being named an All-Pro and gives his keys to victory in Sunday's huge matchup with the Packers during his weekly Q&A with fans.

Since the start of the season: • Montgomery ranks fifth in rushing yards (1,001). If Montgomery's pace keeps up in Week 17, he could pass the Packers' Aaron Jones and the Jaguars' James Robinson to finish the season in third place. • Robinson ranks fifth among wide receivers in catches (100)...

Their 41-17 rout of the Jaguars coupled with a Cardinals loss to the 49ers this past weekend put the Bears in control of their own playoff destiny heading into the season finale. To say that players are excited about the opportunity ahead of them would be a gross understatement. "The mood is...

With only one game left to play, "breakout" might be the best way to describe Smith's year. Smith's rookie statistics were impressive: 121 tackles, eight tackles-for-loss, five sacks. However, Smith's numbers are even more staggering this season: 136, 17, four. Smith even has one game left to...

Wondering about a player, a past game or another issue involving the Bears? Senior writer Larry Mayer answers a variety of questions from fans on ChicagoBears.com. I've seen playoff scenarios that indicate the Bears would win a tiebreaker with the Rams. But the Bears lost to the Rams, so how...