THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL
BEARSSSSSS
As Ohio State star Kayden McDonald prepares to visit Bears, he says, ‘I’m their No. 1 guy’
He doesn’t lack for confidence, at least.
Bears, trains could transform NWI; Hammond, Michigan City mayors discuss development
Illinois is about to lose the Bears unless they stop messing around.
Bears General Manager Ryan Poles Scouts Miami’s Pro Day
The Miami Hurricanes have some of the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, and the Chicago Bears were in attendance to see those
players perform at Miami’s Pro Day.
Bears Host Kentucky Running Back Seth McGowan for Pre-Draft Visit
Running Back three is a need.
Top 2026 NFL Draft Prospect Set to Meet With the Chicago Bears
Ryan Poles made it a priority to add interior defensive linemen in free agency, but the Bears’ general manager is still looking at some top-end talent in the 2026 draft. (This one is about McDonald as well).
POLISH SAUSAGE
The sudden Fernando Mendoza-Ty Simpson debate helped fuel the take machine
There are 5 quarterbacks who should be taken in the top 25 this year. Because that helps the Bears get better non-QB draft value, or allows us to trade down. OK, there’s one… POSSIBLY two… players that should be that high, but let’s start promoting these other guys!
NFL Referees Association accuses league of sending empty suits to negotiations
My mind wandered to interesting places thinking about this.
Report: Browns, Myles Garrett agree to modified language in his contract
Myles gets to leave and play in Chicago? Was that the language? No? Blah!
NFL proposes new approach to kickoffs from the 50
Dumb glitch that should be fixed.
Joe Flacco thinks it’s “dumb” that he’s not a starting quarterback
I can think of a handful of starters he’s better than
NFL wants to use replay to help replacement refs in case of labor impasse
It’s OK, the league can mess up with or without replay.
KNOW THINE ENEMY
No brainer.
Chargers sign OL Kayode Awosika
Detroit loses some of their OL depth.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
Cronin: Bears should have signed an Edge
How Clutch was Caleb Williams’ 2025?
Breaking Down Caleb Williams’ 2025 Season, Part II: True Passer Rating
Kalif Raymond brings versatility to the Bears offense
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