Sean Hammond

Sean Hammond covers the Chicago Bears and all things sports for the Tribune.

Offensive lineman Logan Jones stretches during Bears rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Lake Forest. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Rookie center Logan Jones will be 1st Chicago Bears player to wear No. 54 since Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher

May 8, 2026 at 3:26 p.m.

Bears rookie center Logan Jones will wear Brian Urlacher's No. 54 jersey. Urlacher's number is not retired, but the Hall of Famer was on board with Jones wearing it.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams walks through the tunnel as players are introduced before a game against the Lions at Soldier Field on Jan. 4, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

NFL schedule release is set for Thursday: Chicago Bears will learn their full 2026 slate

May 8, 2026 at 1:11 p.m.

The NFL will release the 2026 schedule at 7 p.m. Thursday. The Chicago Bears already know their opponents. Here's a look at which teams they will face this season.

Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad runs a position drill during pro day on March 24, 2026, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Stephen Spillman)

Chicago Bears sign 4 of their draft picks — and veteran WR Scotty Miller will try out this weekend

May 8, 2026 at 9:18 a.m.

The Chicago Bears signed four of their draft picks ahead of rookie minicamp. Veteran receiver Scotty Miller will also try out with the Bears.

USC quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates with offensive lineman Mason Murphy (76) after running for a touchdown against Colorado on Nov. 11, 2022, in Los Angeles. (Keith Birmingham/Pasadena Star-News)

Meet the Chicago Bears’ 13 undrafted free agents, including 2 of Caleb Williams’ college teammates

May 8, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears announced the signing of 13 undrafted free agents. Here's what to know about each of them.

Cornerback Zah Frazier warms up during Bears rookie camp at Halas Hall on May 9, 2025, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears waive cornerback Zah Frazier, a 2025 fifth-round draft pick

May 7, 2026 at 3:21 p.m.

The Chicago Bears on Thursday waived cornerback Zah Frazier, a 2025 fifth-round draft pick. Frazier missed all of last season because of a personal reason.

Stanford's Sam Roush scores a touchdown against San Jose State on Sept. 27, 2024, in Stanford, Calif. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)

Which Day 2 pick is most intriguing? Where did the Chicago Bears improve the most? 5 pressing questions.

April 30, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears drafted seven players last weekend. Now they have to figure out how those new pieces fit into the 2026 roster puzzle.

The Bears players entrance is shown during a media tour of the Halas Hall expansion on Aug. 29, 2019, in Lake Forest. (José M. Osorio/Chicago Tribune)

NFL announces dates for Chicago Bears offseason program, starting with a 2-day rookie minicamp

April 29, 2026 at 12:08 p.m.

The NFL announced offseason workout dates for all 32 teams. Here's when the Chicago Bears will hold rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp.

Middle Tennessee wide receiver Omari Kelly plays against Mississippi on Sept. 7, 2024, in Oxford, Miss. (AP Photo/Randy J. Williams)

Chicago Bears add undrafted free agents, including WR Omari Kelly and OL Mason Murphy

April 27, 2026 at 11:11 a.m.

The Chicago Bears worked to fill out their roster with signings or training camp invites for these undrafted rookies, per media and university reports.

Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman, left, tackles Indiana wide receiver Elijah Sarratt on Oct. 11, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (Lydia Ely/AP)

How much will the Chicago Bears’ top draft picks contribute as rookies in 2026?

April 27, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

How much will the Chicago Bears' top draft picks contribute as rookies in 2026? Here's a look at what their roles might be on coach Ben Johnson's team.

Arizona State linebacker Keyshaun Elliott celebrates a third-down stop against TCU on Sept. 26, 2025, in Tempe, Ariz. (Darryl Webb/AP)

Who did the Chicago Bears select in the 2026 NFL draft? Meet the 7-player class.

April 25, 2026 at 12:33 p.m.

The Chicago Bears' 2026 draft class is complete. Here’s a look at the seven players general manager Ryan Poles selected.

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