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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

Built to last? Ben Johnson’s hot start with Bears looks like sturdier foundation than Matt Nagy’s in 2018 – Chicago Sun-Times

The 2018 team was actually better, though that was mostly because Nagy was handed a world-class defense. While the current team has some flaws, it’s long-term outlook is brighter.

Bears’ Caleb Williams invokes Michael Jordan after late interception in Packers game – Chicago Sun-Times

Williams threw a last-minute interception in the Packers loss.

Bears injury report: Coach Ben Johnson unsure if CB Kyler Gordon will return this season – Chicago Sun-Times

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Gordon has played just three games and was scratched shortly before kickoff Sunday against the Packers because of a groin injury.

Chicago Bears: Will Kyler Gordon return? Ben Johnson says ‘to be determined.’ – Chicago Tribune

Ben Johnson says it’s “to be determined” whether Kyler Gordon will play again this season. The Bears cornerback was injured in pregame warmups on Sunday.

Bears coach Ben Johnson issues a mandate: It’s all hands on deck to ignite the passing game – The Athletic

The Bears sense potential for an offensive breakthrough soon. But … “It’s got to happen. We can’t just keep saying we’re close.”

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Game-wrecking machine coming to test Ozzy Trapilo and Bears O-line – SI

There is no greater test for an offensive line on pass plays than trying to keep Myles Garrett away from the quarterback, and it’s a task the Bears failed at in the past.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Darius Slay remains undecided about playing again in 2025 – NBC Sports

One week ago today, the Bills acquired former Steelers cornerback Darius Slay on waivers.

The Eagles’ “positivity rabbit” makes a quick exit – NBC Sports

It’s prognosis negative for the positivity rabbit.

Henry Ruggs III was moved from minimum-security to medium-security prison – NBC Sports

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Former Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs III, who is serving a sentence of three to 10 years, has had a change in his circumstances.

Michigan fires head coach Sherrone Moore for cause – NBC Sports

One of the highest-profile coaching jobs in football just became available.

KNOW THINE ENEMY

Shedeur Sanders: Cleveland Browns QB focused on improving – Chicago Tribune

Shedeur Sanders still is learning to decipher NFL defenses, recognize coverages and make much smarter decisions. He already can read the room.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Bears vs. Browns Injury Report: Rome Odunze ‘Limited’ – Windy City Gridiron

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The Bears’ first official injury report for Sunday’s game against the Browns is out. @ryandroste with the latest.

Bears and Browns set to play in Arctic temperates on Sunday – Windy City Gridiron

Sunday could mark the coldest Bears game since 2008, with a possible wind chill as low as -5 degrees.

NFL “STEP Differential” Week 14 2025 – Windy City Gridiron

Tracking every NFL team’s health with the STEP [Sack + Turnover + Explosive Play] Differential

Caleb Williams, Bears OL analysis: Sacks allowed vs. Packers, NFL Week 14 – Windy City Gridiron

Each week, we break down the pass protection of the Chicago Bears to find out what went wrong on the sacks they allowed, and here’s the latest vs the Packers.

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