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Silvy: I like the Bears’ draft, but they ignored the one thing that still matters most Apr 30, 2026

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There’s plenty to like about the Bears’ draft class, but one glaring issue still looms large, and it’s not going away, Marc Silverman writes
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Bears megaproject bill takes baby steps in Senate, but ‘lots of work to be done’ Apr 29, 2026

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Seismic legislation that could determine the Chicago Bears’ future in Illinois officially arrived in the Illinois Senate on Tuesday, but the big finish is days off.
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Bears megaproject bill takes baby steps in Senate, but ‘lots of work to be done’ Apr 29, 2026

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Taxpayer concerns fuel backlash over Illinois Bears stadium bill Apr 29, 2026

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Lawmakers are raising concerns that a plan tied to keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois could impact property taxes, even as supporters argue it is needed to stay competitive with Indiana’s billion-dollar offer
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The Chicago Bears got faster defensively in the NFL draft. Will that lead to better results? Apr 28, 2026

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The Chicago Bears prioritized adding speed to their defense for much of the offseason, including last week's NFL draft. Will that speed lead to better defensive play next season?
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Rich Miller: Game plan for Bears stadium bill still in play Apr 28, 2026

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As the Bears stadium bill advances in the Illinois House, state Rep. Kam Buckner faces pushback from the governor's office and Senate Democrats over surprise changes to the deal.
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Bears Insider Podcast Episode 459: Did the Chicago Bears do enough in the NFL draft? Apr 27, 2026

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The Chicago Bears added to their roster over three days during the NFL Draft. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down whether they think the Bears did enough to fix their needs.
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Podcast: Did the Chicago Bears do enough in the NFL draft? Apr 27, 2026

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Breaking down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 undrafted rookie free agents Apr 27, 2026

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The Chicago Bears continued bolstering their roster after the NFL Draft by signing undrafted free agents. Here’s a look at the undrafted rookie free agents who the Bears reportedly are signing.
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Here’s who the Chicago Bears selected in the 2026 NFL Draft Apr 26, 2026

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The 2026 NFL draft is in the book and the Chicago Bears selected seven prospects over three days. Here’s a look at every player the Bears drafted this weekend.
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