Chicago Bears 'reset and refocus' for 13-game stretch after bye

Bears coach Ben Johnson walks onto the field before a game against the Raiders on Sept. 28, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

By Phil Thompson | plthompson@chicagotribune.com | Chicago Tribune

PUBLISHED: October 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM CDT

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Bye-week blessings? Chicago Bears players may dislike the early week off, but it comes with several advantages. Will it make a difference Monday night?

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