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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL
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Bears GM Ryan Poles: Rookie CB Zah Frazier, a 5th-round pick, out for the season – Chicago Sun-Times
Frazier hasn’t practiced with the Bears because of a personal situation, and the team’s goal now is to have him ready for 2026.
Three things clear up at crucial positions as Bears finalize roster – Chicago Sun-Times
As the Bears head into their season opener Sept. 8 against the Vikings, here’s where they stand on the offensive and defensive lines and at wide receiver.
Bears coach Ben Johnson ‘on a mission’ to end Caleb Williams’ slow starts – Chicago Sun-Times
Johnson has sensed it in the early minutes of certain training-camp practices during the last month.
Former Bears QB Jay Cutler to serve 4 days in jail – Chicago Sun-Times
In October, Cutler was charged with DUI, gun possession while intoxicated, failure to exercise due care and implied consent.
Bears Waive Zacch Pickens: Another Third-Round Miss for Ryan Poles – On Tap Sports Net
The Chicago Bears have waived former 3rd-round DT Zacch Pickens, another struggle under GM Ryan Poles’ third-round picks that never panned out.
If Johnson is out, the Bears likely would start Tyrique Stevenson and Nahshon Wright. Wright has had an excellent training camp filling in for Johnson with the first string.
Chicago Bears: 4 things we learned on roster deadline day – Chicago Tribune
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson spoke on Tuesday. Here’s what we learned, including the latest injury update on Jaylon Johnson.
Chicago Bears roster cuts: Who’s gone, who’s hurt and what’s next – The Athletic
The Bears had to deal with injuries as they put together their 53-man roster, while also parting ways with a pair of 2023 draft picks.
Ben Johnson didn’t hide his frustration with the Bears offense after Friday’s preseason finale. “We have to get better in a hurry.”
Where Ryan Poles and staff go next with the Chicago Bears roster – SI
The complete Bears roster as GM Ryan Poles and staff get set to spend the night combing through about 1,000 players who have been cut in the NFL.
Bears GM Ryan Poles sees ‘growth’ in QB Caleb Williams – 670
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles praised the work of second-year quarterback Caleb Williams alongside new head coach Ben Johnson, saying that he sees considerable growth.
POLISH SAUSAGE
Hawai’i Football Is Due For A Massive 2025 Resurgence – TWSN
The Hawai’i Football program has not been must-see TV as of late, but Timmy Chang and Micah Alejado are here to change that in 2025.
KNOW THINE ENEMY
2025 Detroit Lions’ initial 53-man roster finalized with 3 open spots – Pride Of Detroit
The Detroit Lions’ 2025 53-man roster has been finalized. Here’s your first look at it.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
The Mac & Read Show: Open thread reactions to the Bears 53-Man Roster – Windy City Gridiron
We recap the Bears initial 53-Man Roster right here!
Chicago Bears will almost certainly add veteran RB to roster – Windy City Gridiron
The Chicago Bears have announced their initial 53-man roster, and there’s clearly a hole at running back.
Who will win the NFC North? – Windy City Gridiron
We look at the latest odds for the four teams in the NFC North.
2025 Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster – Windy City Gridiron
The Chicago Bears have established their first 53-man roster for the 2025 season.
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