Dave McGinnis, the former Chicago Bears assistant wrongly announced as head coach in 1999, dies at 74
Dave McGinnis, who nearly became Chicago Bears head coach in 1999, died at age 74. He was also Bears linebackers coach from 1986-95.
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NFL draft: Ranking the Chicago Bears’ positions of need after free agency
The NFL draft is less than two weeks away. Here's a look at what the Chicago Bears might be considering as draft day nears.
‘We were just special’: Eclectic group of Illinois players says emotional goodbye after memorable season ends
Brad Underwood took a truly unique group of players and built his best team at Illinois. "Meshing personalities is why our staff is so good,” he said.
Final Four notes: Chicago-area native Morez Johnson Jr. thriving with Michigan — and Illinois defense stepping up
An all-Big Ten championship matchup Monday would be a dream come true for the conference. But first Michigan and Illinois have to win their national semifinals.
Illinois’ Jake Davis and Ben Humrichous — both Indiana natives — do little things right in run to Final Four
Two unsung heroes for Illinois are Hoosier State natives. Jake Davis and Ben Humrichous will be playing mere miles from home at the Final Four.
Illinois State loses to ‘NCAA Tournament-caliber’ Auburn in NIT semifinals: ‘What we’re building is special’
Illinois State's season ended with a loss to Auburn in the NIT semifinals Thursday. But after back-to-back 20-win seasons, coach Ryan Pedon believes in what he's building.
3 things to know about Illinois State ahead of Thursday’s NIT semifinal against Auburn
Illinois State rallied in the NIT after a disappointing MVC tournament. Now, the Redbirds take on Auburn in the NIT semifinals. Here's what to know.
Northwestern believes it has ‘proven winner’ in new women’s basketball coach Carla Berube
Northwestern AD Mark Jackson was searching for a coach with "established NCAA tournament success" for the Wildcats women's basketball team. He found it in Carla Berube.
Tracking the Chicago Bears in NFL free agency: Special teamer Travis Homer signing with Pittsburgh Steelers
It's the busiest week on the NFL’s offseason calendar. Here’s the latest Chicago Bears news in free agency.
3 things we learned from Chicago Bears free agency, including how Dennis Allen’s defense got faster
The Chicago Bears prioritized speed and athleticism on defense. Here’s what else stood out about their free-agent additions.