The Bear’s Den, May 13, 2025

Schedule leaks have started, look for more all week as sources spill the beans

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Bears GM Made The Right Call – Fan Recap – 2022 NFL Draft the Bears had a chance to snag George Pickens to bolster their receiving corps and aid in quarterback Justin Fields’ progression. Instead, the front office, led by new general manager Ryan Poles, opted for cornerback Kyler Gordon from Washington with the 39th overall pick. At the time, the decision sparked debate, but the results speak volumes now.

Robert Mays talks Ben Johnson’s impact, Bears’ roster – 670 – On the Rahimi & Harris Show, Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show discussed how new Bears head coach Ben Johnson has helped shape the roster and broke down the team’s aggressive moves this offseason.

5 takeaways from Bears rookie minicamp – 670 – Two weeks after adding eight new players in the NFL Draft, the Bears held rookie minicamp at Halas Hall over the weekend, and head coach Ben Johnson’s demanding nature was on display for all to see.

Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland: ‘I can do it all’ – 670 – The Bears selected tight end Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft with the belief that his dynamic game can have an uplifting effect on their entire offense.

Eagles-Commanders, Packers-Bears set for Week 16 Saturday doubleheader – NBC Sports – Two NFC division rivalries will get national TV windows on December 20.

Bears sign DB Jeremiah Walker – NBC Sports – The Bears announced a couple of transactions on Monday.

Bears to face Super Bowl champion Eagles on Black Friday, rival Packers on Dec. 20 – Chicago Sun-Times – The NFL will release their full schedule Wednesday.

By moving Tory Taylor to international list, Bears create roster spot, fill it with tryout CB – Chicago Sun-Times – Taylor, who is from Australia, will not count on the team’s 90-man roster because of the international exemption.

NFL schedule: Chicago Bears have 2 marquee games announced – 670 – After a two-year hiatus, the Chicago Bears–Green Bay Packers rivalry is returning to prime time — and the Bears also will be playing on Black Friday.

Chicago Bears rookies got to work this weekend at Halas Hall – Chicago Tribune – Chicago Bears rookie Luther Burden III remains proud of the proverbial chip he carries on his shoulder. “Everybody who passed up on me has got to pay.”

New Pope effect: Bettors are flocking toward Bears, Cubs, Villanova title odds – The Athletic – Max Meyer spoke to sportsbooks to discuss how bettors are wagering on the new Pope’s hometown teams.

Bears rookie minicamp takeaways: Coaches offer early impressions of draft picks – The Athletic – We heard from the Bears’ coordinators during rookie minicamp and learned what stood out to them about Ryan Poles’ 2025 draft class.

Post-NFL Draft 2025 outlook for all 32 teams heading into the summer – The Athletic – It’s summer in the NFL. How has your favorite team’s post-draft 2025 outlook changed? Our writers explain.

Bears Coach Ben Johnson Sets a New Tone at 2025 Rookie Minicamp – BN – First-year Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson is trying to find a balance between good vibes and hard coaching.

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Report: Packers met with Jayden Reed’s agent after draft to clarify WR’s status – NBC Sports – The Packers used two draft selections on wide receivers last month.

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Stephen Jones: Cowboys don’t see George Pickens as a No. 2 receiver – NBC Sports – The Cowboys’ trade for wide receiver George Pickens gives the team the complement to CeeDee Lamb that they’ve been missing, but the word from the team isn’t that they see Pickens as just a running mate for No. 88.

Chicago Bears rookies got to work this weekend at Halas Hall – Chicago Tribune – Chicago Bears rookie Luther Burden III remains proud of the proverbial chip he carries on his shoulder. “Everybody who passed up on me has got to pay.”

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Amazon announces Chicago Bears at Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday! – Windy City Gridiron – The NFL and Amazon have announced the Bears will be playing on Black Friday!

Bear & Balanced: Breaking down the Bears UDFAs and rookie minicamp – Windy City Gridiron – The Chicago Bears’ rookie minicamp is over, we’ve had a minor roster shuffle, so let’s learn a little more about Chicago’s entire 2025 rookie class with our lead draft analyst, Jacob Infante!

Bears 2025 NFL schedule release: Dates, times, primetime games and more – Windy City Gridiron – We’ll track all the Chicago Bears schedule leaks here!

Bears Roster Moves: Jeremiah Walker signed, Tory Taylor on Exempt/International Player list – Windy City Gridiron – The Chicago Bears take advantage of a loophole to get a 91st spot on their offseason roster.

Chicago Bears: A Post-Draft 53-Man Roster Projection – Windy City Gridiron – With the 2025 NFL draft and rookie mini-camp in the rearview mirror, it’s time to take a look at what the Bears’ roster could look like in Week 1.

Chicago Bears roster, depth chart: 3 underrated players on the 2025 roster – Windy City Gridiron – One veteran, one free agent, and one 2025 NFL Draft pick who should be under-the-radar difference-makers in Chicago this season

Who will be the Chicago Bears’ breakout player in 2025? – Windy City Gridiron – Caleb WIlliams is the obvious choice, but who else could see a jump in play this season?

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