Brad Biggs

Brad Biggs is the Chicago Bears/NFL columnist. He has covered the Bears and the NFL since 2001. Before joining the Tribune in 2009, Biggs covered the Bears for the Sun-Times.

Bears tight end Colston Loveland, right, catches a pass for a two-point conversion against Packers linebacker Nick Niemann in the fourth quarter of an NFC wild-card game Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Column: With a flair for the dramatic, the Chicago Bears have busted these 10 myths. Can they keep it going?

January 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears, one win from the NFC championship game, have been myth busters all season. Recounting the obstacles they've overcome as they prepare for the Los Angeles Rams.

Bears wide receiver Devin Duvernay returns the opening kickoff 52 yards against the Browns on Dec. 14, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Dominic Di Palermo/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Chicago Bears’ big advantage on special teams could be a difference maker vs. LA Rams

January 15, 2026 at 5:05 p.m.

The Chicago Bears figure to have a decided advantage on special teams in Sunday's playoff game vs. the Los Angeles Rams. They need to maximize it.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws an incomplete pass during the fourth quarter against the Packers on Jan. 10, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Is Caleb Williams throwing over the middle more? How is Matthew Stafford in the cold?

January 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

What are the Chicago Bears' keys to victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford warms up before a game against the Carolina Panthers, Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)

How can the Chicago Bears disrupt Matthew Stafford? 5 questions before the divisional-round game.

January 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Next up is coach Sean McVay, quarterback Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. This will be another tough test for coach Ben Johnson's Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) celebrates with his teammates after catching a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter of the NFC wild-card game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field in Chicago on Jan. 10, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears saved their wildest ending yet for the playoffs: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the wild-card win

January 11, 2026 at 7:02 a.m.

Brad Biggs' 10 thoughts after the seventh fourth-quarterback comeback of the season by QB Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears — this time in the playoffs.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams walks to the field before playing the Lions on Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Column: QB Caleb Williams is ready to meet the moment as Chicago Bears return to the NFL playoff stage

January 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As second-year Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams embarks on the playoffs, chasing championships is the overarching goal he set for himself.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates after a victory over the Packers in an NFC wild-card game on Jan. 10, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Playoff recap: Chicago Bears pull off another 4th-quarter rally to beat Green Bay Packers 31-27

January 10, 2026 at 11:36 p.m.

Somehow, some way, the Chicago Bears did it again. Coach Ben Johnson’s team erased an 18-point deficit in one of the largest comebacks in franchise history.

Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson warms up before a game against the Giants on Nov. 9, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Will Tyrique Stevenson get shot to help leaky Chicago Bears secondary? ‘There’ll be a plan in place.’

January 7, 2026 at 4:53 p.m.

The Chicago Bears said there will be "a plan in place" for Tyrique Stevenson after the cornerback didn't play last week. It's all hands on deck for the playoff game...

Bears coach Ben Johnson looks on in the second quarter against the Lions on Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Does wild-card result influence view of the season? Why aren’t they playing on Sunday?

January 7, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Does Saturday's playoff result vs. the Green Bay Packers influence the view of the Chicago Bears season? Brad Biggs answers your questions weekly.

Bears safety Kevin Byard III (31) celebrates the win over the Browns on Dec. 14, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

How far will the Chicago Bears go in the playoffs? 5 pressing questions ahead of wild-card weekend.

January 6, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

How far can the Chicago Bears go? Do the Green Bay Packers have an advantage after resting their starters? Five pressing questions ahead of the playoffs.

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