Xavier Crawford
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes as San Francisco 49ers defensive end Charles Omenihu applies pressure during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Garoppolo comes off bench to lead 49ers past Seahawks 27-7

By Josh Dubow Sep. 18, 2022 07:16 PM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields drops back to pass during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bears begin new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach

By The Associated Press Aug. 24, 2022 08:25 PM EDT

FILE - Chicago Bears new NFL football head coach Matt Eberflus, left, and new general manager Ryan Poles pose for photo during a news conference at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill., Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. The Chicago Bears are entering a new phase after general manager Ryan Poles and coach Matt Eberflus took over for the fired Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
Bears enter new phase with Poles as GM, Eberflus as coach

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 11:23 AM EDT

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles throws out a ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Saturday, April 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bears seek help on offense, at CB in first draft under Poles

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:58 AM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes between Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) and defensive end D.J. Wonnum during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Fields returns to practice, status for Giants game up in air

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 29, 2021 05:43 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks the sidelines alone in the closing moments of the team's 17-9 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Nick Foles to start at QB for Bears against Seattle

Dec. 24, 2021 03:43 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes between Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) and defensive end D.J. Wonnum during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
With playoff hopes nearly dashed, Seahawks host Bears

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 12:31 PM EST

Vikings WR Adam Thielen sidelined by ankle injury

Dec. 20, 2021 07:28 PM EST
CHICAGO (AP) — Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen missed his second straight game Monday night with a sprained ankle. Thielen was inactive...

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) looks to pass against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (Adam Niemi/The Daily Mining Gazette via AP)
Fields continues to show progress while Bears lose again

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 13, 2021 05:52 PM EST

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers takes a snap during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers throws 4 TD passes, Packers defeat Bears 45-30

By Steve Megargee Dec. 12, 2021 11:53 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner runs to the end zone for a touchdown as Chicago Bears safety Tashaun Gipson pursues during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Murray throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 as Cardinals beat Bears

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 05, 2021 04:23 PM EST

A Detroit Lions fan is seen during pregame of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions 11/25/2021

Nov. 25, 2021 12:07 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) is hit by Chicago Bears defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga (95) after a pass during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Bears waiting until game time to announce QB against Lions

By Gene Chamberlain Oct. 01, 2021 03:13 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 29, 2015, file photo, Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) leaps after sacking New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) during the third quarter of an NFL football game in Houston. J.J. Watt was selected to the 2010s NFL All-Decade Team announced Monday, April 6, 2020, by the NFL and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
Texans draft history highlighted by 2011 pick of J.J. Watt

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 21, 2020 06:01 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, left, avoids being sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Nov. 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Clowney inactive for Seattle against Eagles

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2019 12:34 PM EST

49ers rule out Kittle; Sanders active against Cardinals

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2019 12:14 PM EST
The San Francisco 49ers will be without star tight end George Kittle for a second straight week because of injuries to his ankle and knee, while receiver...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes warms up before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Colts QB Brian Hoyer makes 1st start in more than 2 years

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2019 12:49 PM EST

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) walks off the field after a 27-14 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Monday, Oct. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Dolphins' Xavien Howard to go on IR with knee injury

Oct. 29, 2019 03:28 PM EDT

CORRECTS STADIUM TO TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM INSTEAD OF WEMBLEY STADIUM - Fans waits to enter Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before an NFL football game between the Chicago Bears and the Oakland Raiders, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in London. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Chargers' Gordon expected to see 1st action of season

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2019 12:44 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey covers a Tennessee Titans player during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars have no idea what's next for disgruntled cornerback Jalen Ramsey. If the past is any indication, it's sure to include something out of the ordinary.(AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton, File)
Jalen Ramsey inactive for 1st time in career for Jaguars

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 12:18 PM EDT