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“You’ve got a phenomenal athlete,” said new defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano. “He’s a great football player, but he’s a better teammate and he’s a better person. He doesn’t say much, but actions speak louder than words. He’s a great worker. He’s a smart guy. He picks things up.” Mack’s 12.5...

Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller has been voted the 95th best player in the NFL in a poll of league players conducted by NFL Network. The 2014 first-round draft pick was featured on Monday night’s episode of “The Top 100 Players of 2019,” which unveiled players ranked Nos. 91-100. Last season...

As expected, the Bears on Monday placed safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, tackle T.J. Clemmings and defensive lineman Jonathan Harris on the physically-unable-to-perform (PUP) list. Clinton-Dix sustained a sprained knee late in the offseason program, Clemmings is returning from a knee injury he...

“I thought he had a really good year,” said coach Matt Nagy. “He was impactful, just dominating that line of scrimmage. He was able to disrupt the quarterback and was great versus the run. It’s what we talked about in training camp; for him to come out and be a dominant player, and he did that.”...

On Sunday, the Bears paid homage to team history by returning to Decatur. To chairman George H. McCaskey, that also meant paying tribute to his own family history. Speaking in front of a gym full of fans in Decatur, McCaskey answered a question about the decision to name the Bears mascot...

DECATUR, Ill. – The Bears returned to their birthplace in Decatur this weekend to celebrate the beginning of their 100th season. On Sunday, general manager Ryan Pace and coach Matt Nagy held their annual pre-training camp press conference, four days before the Bears are slated to report to...

DECATUR, Ill. – After recovering from offseason surgeries, tight end Trey Burton and receiver Anthony Miller are both expected to be ready to practice when the Bears report to training camp later this week in Bourbonnais. “We’ll be smart with those guys and how we ramp them in like we always...

“I think that whole thing is guys playing their natural positions,” offensive coordinator Mark Helfrich said during the offseason. “I think Cody’s more comfortable at guard and I think James is more comfortable and confident playing center.” Both players performed well at their new positions...

I recently read something about a $1 million winner-take-all race between NFL players. Did anyone from the Bears participate in that? Aaron K. Algonquin, Illinois The event you’re referring was held in late June in South Florida. It was called the 40 Yards of Gold tournament and it was hosted...

The Florida product started to develop a rapport with quarterback Mitchell Trubisky last summer in training camp and the preseason and that cohesiveness grew during the regular season. The two connected for touchdown passes in three straight games against the Buccaneers, Dolphins and Patriots...

A role player in four previous NFL seasons with the Browns and Falcons, Gabriel made the most of expanded playing time in his first season with the Bears. Starting a career-high 11 games, he caught 67 passes for 688 yards and two touchdowns. Miller led the team with seven touchdown receptions...

Like Cohen, Montgomery and Davis both excel not only as ballcarriers but as pass-catchers. As dual threats, they will enable the Bears to keep opposing defenses guessing. “It’s extremely important when you line up on Sunday that you’re not predictable,” director of player personnel Josh Lucas...

Could you see a scenario where the Bears sign a kicker who is released from another team during final cuts and he ends up kicking in the season opener? Bruce L. Glyn Ellyn, Illinois That ultimately could be the best option for the Bears. But that’s a long way down the road. Beginning next week...

Pain in Tarik Cohen’s voice was evident Monday when the Bears running back spoke to reporters about a recent family tragedy. Cohen’s 19-year-old brother, Dante Norman, is paralyzed from the waist down after being shot in early June in Raleigh, North Carolina. “I feel like I was injured...

Last year Trubisky was not only operating the offense for the first time but also working with receivers Allen Robinson II, Taylor Gabriel and Anthony Miller and tight end Trey Burton for the first time. Entering Year 2 together, the group has developed cohesiveness and a strong bond on and off...

As the Bears and the NFL celebrate their 100th season in 2019, fans will have the chance to vote for the greatest moment in franchise history. They’ll choose from four moments that will be featured in chronological order this week on ChicagoBears.com. The winning moment will be announced...

What are your expectations for receiver Allen Robinson II this year? Phil K. Oakland, Michigan Allen Robinson had a very solid first year with the Bears, performing like a true No. 1 receiver in catching … But this year I think he could be even better. A year ago he was coming off a torn ACL...

The 1985 Bears captivated the nation with a collection of characters who dominated opponents and brought fun back to pro football. That was never more evident than in their 46-10 thrashing of the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX at the Louisiana Superdome. The relentless Bears defense...

Bears legend Walter Payton had many longer runs than his 18-yard rumble in a memorable win over the Kansas City Chiefs Nov. 13, 1977 at Soldier Field. But none better demonstrated his incredible strength and determination. Taking a handoff from quarterback Bob Avellini on a sweep to the right...

Born as the Decatur Staleys in 1920, the Bears will return to the Central Illinois city as part of their centennial season celebration. The reigning NFC North champions will hold a “Return to Decatur” event July 21 that will include a session for fans with general manager Ryan Pace and coach...