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The Daily Score: Bears QB Justin Fields appears to be nearing return from dislocated right thumb Nov 14, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discusses the latest on Bears quarterback Justin Fields, who appears to be getting closer to playing this Sunday in Chicago's showdown at the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions. Fields has been working his way back from a dislocated right thumb, which he suffered during a game on Oct. 15. Grote also ponders what will happen when guard Nate Davis returns from an ankle injury that he suffered during the same game in which Fields was injured. Teven Jenkins has thrived since filling in at right guard for Davis. Will the Bears stay with Jenkins at right guard or go back to Davis? Plus, Jenkins was asked about his relationship with Grote during an appearance with Parkins & Spiegel on Monday afternoon. Grote shares what Jenkins had to say about it.

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The Daily Score: Will Bears QB Justin Fields return from dislocated right thumb vs. Lions? Nov 13, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote examines the biggest question for the Bears as the team prepares for Week 11 against the Lions: Will quarterback Justin Fields make his return from a dislocated right thumb? Fields has been out since suffering the injury on Oct. 15 during Chicago's game against Minnesota. Grote also discusses the leap that cornerback Kyler Gordon has made in his second NFL season and shares what pass rusher Montez Sweat recently said about adjusting to his new Bears teammates.

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The Daily Score: Bears earn ugly 16-13 win over Panthers Nov 10, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote breaks down the Bears' ugly 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday Night Football. With quarterback Justin Fields getting closer to his return from a dislocated right thumb, has rookie Tyson Bagent started his final game for the Bears? Grote shares what Bagent had to say as he reflected on his time with Chicago. Coming out of halftime, Chicago coach Matt Eberflus told Prime Video that, "We've got some things up our sleeves." What did Eberflus mean by that? Grote brings you his postgame explanation. Later, Grote brings you receiver DJ Moore's reaction to being hit with two offensive pass interference penalties during the game.

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The Daily Score: Bagent will start for Bears vs. Panthers on Thursday, Fields is listed as doubtful Nov 09, 2023

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Tyson Bagent will make his fourth straight start at quarterback for the Bears on Thursday as Justin Fields was listed as doubtful to play as he continues to recover from a thumb injury. On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote shares what Bagent said Wednesday about adjusting to NFL-level competition. Grote also shares what receiver DJ Moore had to say about facing his former team as Chicago hosts the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football at Soldier Field.

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The Daily Score: Hoyer explains Cubs' blockbuster move to hire Counsell as new manager, fire Ross Nov 08, 2023

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In his first media session since making the shocking move Monday to fire David Ross and to install Craig Counsell as the Cubs’ new manager, president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer on Tuesday explained the blockbuster change. On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote reacts to what Hoyer told reporters at the annual GM Meetings in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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The Daily Score: Cubs hire Craig Counsell as their new manager, fire David Ross in a stunning move Nov 07, 2023

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In a stunning move, the Cubs have hired Craig Counsell to be their new manager and fired David Ross, the club announced Monday afternoon. Counsell agreed to a five-year deal worth $40 million, sources told 670 The Score. The $8 million average annual salary is the most ever for a manager in MLB history. On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote was joined by Score teammate Chris Emma to react to the club's move to replace Ross with Counsell. The guys also discussed the possibility of Bears quarterback Justin Fields making his return. On a short week as a matchup against the Panthers looms on Thursday night at Soldier Field, Chicago doesn't know yet whether Fields will be medically cleared to return. Fields on Monday remained limited in his work as the Bears held a walk-through, and the team is waiting to see if he can clear the final hurdles before returning from a dislocated right thumb.

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The Daily Score: Bears commit 5 turnovers as Tyson Bagent struggles in loss to Saints Nov 06, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote breaks down the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday in New Orleans. Rookie quarterback Tyson Bagent struggled for a second straight game as he committed four turnovers. Bagent has thrown six interceptions in four games since stepping in for starter Justin Fields, who's recovering from a dislocated right thumb. Fields returned to practice Friday at Halas Hall, working in a limited fashion for the first time since suffering a thumb injury on Oct. 15. Grote discusses the possibility of Fields' return to the Bears' active roster when they host the Panthers on Thursday at Soldier Field.

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The Daily Score: Bears sign DT Andrew Billings to a 2-year contract extension Nov 03, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote shares comments from Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings, who reflected on signing a two-year contract extension that runs through the 2025 season (00:13). The team announced news of the extension Thursday. Grote then shares what offensive coordinator Luke Getsy had to say regarding expectations for undrafted rookie quarterback Tyson Bagent, who will make his third NFL start Sunday against the Saints at the Superdome in New Orleans, La. (05:33) Grote also shares his chat with second-year receiver Velus Jones Jr., who responds to critics regarding his on-the-field struggles. Jones also struggled in his rookie season (07:15).

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The Daily Score: Bears fire assistant coach; Poles talks Sweat, Johnson contracts, praises Eberflus Nov 02, 2023

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On this edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote recaps a wild day at Halas Hall, including the Bears firing running backs coach David Walker and the organization working on a contract extension with newly acquired pass rusher Montez Sweat, whom Washington traded to Chicago in exchange for a second-round pick Tuesday. Grote also shares what cornerback Jaylon Johnson told reporters regarding his stalled contract extension talks with the Bears and his subsequent trade request. Johnson has coveted a long-term future with the Bears, but given the state of the negotiations, he saw the trade request as the best option for him personally. He also believed it would mark the end of his time in Chicago. Instead, a trade never came to fruition, so Johnson was back at Halas Hall on Wednesday still wondering about his future. Plus, Grote shares general manager Ryan Poles' praise of coach Matt Eberflus amid the Bears' turbulent season.

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The Daily Score: Bears acquire pass rusher Montez Sweat from Commanders Nov 01, 2023

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On this edition of the Daily Score, Mark Grote reacts to the Bears acquiring edge rusher Montez Sweat from the Washington Commanders in exchange for a 2024 second-round pick hours before the NFL trade deadline at 3 p.m. Tuesday (00:32). Grote then shares how Chicago linebacker and Illinois native T.J. Edwards reacted to learning the news of the Sweat trade while he was on the air with Bernstein & Holmes on The Score (02:47). Grote also shares Audacy NFL insider Peter King detailing why getting a contract extension done for Sweat is "essential" for general manager Ryan Poles (04:26).

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