Dan Wiederer

Dan Wiederer is a former Bears reporter for the Tribune.

Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson leaves the field after a 29-9 loss to the Cardinals on Nov. 3, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Jaylon Johnson among 4 Chicago Bears on the non-football injury list as training camp nears

July 19, 2025 at 5:02 p.m.

Cornerback Jaylon Johnson was one of four Chicago Bears players placed on the non-football injury list Saturday, a surprise twist as the team readies for training camp.

GM Ryan Poles walks on the field before the Bears play the Seahawks on Dec. 26, 2024, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears give GM Ryan Poles a contract extension through 2029, tying him to coach Ben Johnson

July 11, 2025 at 4:46 p.m.

The Chicago Bears reportedly have given GM Ryan Poles a contract extension. The deal means Poles and new coach Ben Johnson will be under contract through the 2029 season.

Bears coach Ben Johnson oversees a drill during practice at Halas Hall on June 10, 2025, in Lake Forest. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

As Chicago Bears separate for summer, Ben Johnson will stay dialed in — and connected with QB Caleb Williams

June 13, 2025 at 8:10 a.m.

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson has long viewed his "summer break" in the NFL as a chance to get ahead: "You can get some creative juices flowing."

Bears defensive end Montez Sweat speaks after practice May 28, 2025, at Halas Hall. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Who has the most to prove on defense? Where does the LT job stand? 4 questions after Chicago Bears minicamp.

June 9, 2025 at 11:59 a.m.

The Chicago Bears have closed the books on their mandatory minicamp and won't gather for their next full-team practice until training camp begins in late July.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams hands the ball off to running back Kyle Monangai during practice at Halas Hall on June 3, 2025, in Lake Forest. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

5 observations from Chicago Bears minicamp, including Caleb Williams’ growing pains in Ben Johnson’s offense

June 5, 2025 at 4:52 p.m.

The Bears wrapped up veteran minicamp Thursday. Here's the latest on Caleb Williams' progress in Ben Johnson's offense, plus other observations.

Bears running back D'Andre Swift answers questions during a news conference after practice at Halas Hall on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

‘Little stuff is big’ to Chicago Bears’ D’Andre Swift, who is looking for a bounce-back season

June 4, 2025 at 7:41 a.m.

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson wants D'Andre Swift to combine his sharp vision with shrewd discipline: "Don't necessarily look for the home run every time."

Bears offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo speaks with the media after rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

5 observations from Chicago Bears OTAs, including Ozzy Trapilo’s case for the left tackle job

May 30, 2025 at 7:58 a.m.

Rookie Ozzy Trapilo and second-year pro Kiran Amegadjie appear to be duking it out for the left tackle job, at least until incumbent starter Braxton Jones returns from his ankle...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams speaks after practice Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Halas Hall. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Caleb Williams addresses predraft ‘ideas’ about evading Chicago Bears — and declares: ‘I wanted to come here’

May 28, 2025 at 5:54 p.m.

Caleb Williams had to clean up a small mess that mushroomed into a national conversation, but the Chicago Bears QB handled it smoothly, carefully and with eyes forward.

Xavier Carlton (93) and Shemar Turner (95) work out during the Bears organized team activities in the Walter Payton Center at Halas Hall on May 21, 2025, in Lake Forest. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

5 observations from Chicago Bears OTAs, including adapting to Ben Johnson’s intensity

May 23, 2025 at 11:51 a.m.

While Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson solidified his reputation over the last three seasons as a play-calling mastermind, his competitive fire burns white hot.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams looks to pass against the Seahawks on Dec. 26, 2024, at Soldier Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears 2025 schedule: A closer look at each game — and our writers’ predictions

May 15, 2025 at 11:59 a.m.

The dates are set for Ben Johnson's first season as Chicago Bears coach. Here’s a week-by-week look at each game, along with predictions.

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