WE WANT YOU!
Would you like to show your Chicago Bears spirit to the world? I’m starting a feature where Windy City Gridiron readers can share pictures of themselves and their families and friends in Bears attire. Simply email a picture to me at the following address: denmasterken at aol dot com. The pictures need to be clear, and full resolution (i.e. full size from your phone if that’s how you take them). Include any description information you like along with the photo!
THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL
BEARSSSSSS
The next step for Bears QB Caleb Williams — winning on the road
Williams has just one true road win in his career (1-8), and the Bears’ upcoming trip to Las Vegas offers a chance to change that.
No longer a novelty, Bears using DJ Moore at running back is part of their offense
DJ Moore’s role with the Bears has evolved: no longer just a receiver trick-play, he’s now a regular backfield contributor, and the team is embracing the matchup problems it creates.
Bears’ defense can’t look down on anyone, especially with Raiders star power on offense
Even weak offensive outputs can hide dangerous firepower—Las Vegas may be averaging under 20 points, but with Geno Smith, rookie Ashton Jeanty and tight end Brock Bowers, the Bears defense has to stay sharp.
Bears predictions: Week 4 at Raiders
Sun-Times experts give their takes on how the Bears will fare in Vegas—odds, keys, and who they believe will come out on top.
POLISH SAUSAGE
Ravens Pro Bowl DT Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) ruled out vs. Chiefs
Baltimore will be without standout defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike this Sunday due to a neck injury, which continues to sideline him after he last practiced nearly two weeks ago. His absence could challenge the Ravens’ interior defensive strength vs. Kansas City.
49ers’ star WR Brandon Aiyuk “not close” to returning from injury, GM says
The 49ers’ wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk remains sidelined well beyond initial expectations; although rehabilitation is ongoing, the team cautions that his return may be several weeks away.
NFL minority shares keep trading, but buzz points to a controlling stake sale soon in Seattle
Ownership stakes in several NFL franchises continue to shift; among the biggest developments, there’s increasing speculation that control of the Seattle Seahawks may be up for sale in the near future.
NFL Week 4 Preview: Key Matchups and Storylines
With three games in, several narratives have emerged—struggling offenses, surprise contenders, rookie debuts and heavy pressure for winless teams. The preview breaks down who has momentum and who needs one more big performance in Week 4.
NFL Week 4 injury report: Player statuses for all 16 games
An overview of the latest injury statuses around the league—who’s ruled out, questionable, or returning this week across all 32 teams.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
Should the Bears play Theo Benedet or Ozzy Trapilo if Wright can’t play?
With Darnell Wright in doubt, this piece examines the backup options at right tackle — Benedict vs. Trapilo — and analyzes which might offer the better mix of pass protection, agility, and readiness for Sunday vs. the Raiders.
Durkin’s Den: Bears plant seeds of progress in domination of Dallas
A film-study deep dive into the Bears’ 31-14 win over Dallas: what worked in all three phases, how the offense stretched the field, and signs this team may be starting to grow up under Ben Johnson.
Bear Bones: Getting you ready for Bears vs Raiders
Podcast preview for Week 4: key matchups, updated injuries, offensive and defensive storyline to watch as Chicago heads into the road game in Las Vegas.
Week 4 game preview: Las Vegas Raiders
Looking ahead: Chicago’s game plan vs. the Raiders, strengths and weakness of the opponent, and what the Bears must do to protect the road win.
Caleb Williams wins NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 3
After his strong showing vs. Dallas — nearly 300 yards and four touchdowns — Williams gets his first NFC Offensive Player of the Week honor; here’s what the award means and what it signals for the rest of his rookie season.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE PAGE
2nd City Gridiron is our video home! So hit the link and help us grow that brand!
THE RULES
Windy City Gridiron Community Guidelines – SBNation.com – We strive to make our communities open and inclusive to sports fans of all backgrounds. The following are not permitted in comments. No personal attacks, politics, gender-based insults of any kind, racial insults, etc.
2nd City Gridiron Podcast Channel which includes Bears Banter hosted by Bill Zimmerman, Bear & Balanced from Jeff Berckes and Lester A. Wiltfong Jr., Bears Over Beers featuring Ryan Droste and Bryan Orenchuk, Making Monsters with Taylor Doll, Bear Bones from Dr. Mason West, The Mac & Read Show from Evan McLean and Ross Read, and an occasional T Formation Conversation from Lester; Steven’s Streaming Twitch Channel from Steven Schweickert is another fun one.
Click on our names to follow our Windy City Gridiron and 2nd City Gridiron teams on Twitter: Gary Baugher Jr.; Jeff Berckes; Dr. Patti Curl; Sarah DeNicolo; Ryan Droste; Eric Christopher Duerrwaechter; Dan Durkin; Taylor Doll; Donald Gooch; Kev H; Sam Householder; Jacob Infante; Aaron Lemming; Evan McLean; Dr. Ken Mitchell; Danny Meehan; Bryan Orenchuk; Ross Read: Jack R Salo; Steven Schweickert; Jack Silverstein; Khari Thompson; Lester Wiltfong, Jr.; T.J. Starman; Khari Thompson; Dr. Mason West; Bill Zimmerman; 2nd City Gridiron; Like WCG on Facebook; Like 2nd City Gridiron on Facebook.
