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The foundation of Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson's success was built long before he ever stepped onto an NFL field. Growing up in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Jackson learned the value of hard work, discipline and perseverance from his parents, whose sacrifices and unwavering support helped shape the man and player he is today. Whether facing the adversity of a senior-year ACL injury that threatened to derail his career or navigating the challenges along his football journey, Jackson developed a resilience that would come to define him. At Appalachian State, Jackson found his opportunity, transforming himself into one of the nation's top linebackers, earning All-American honors and Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year on his way to the NFL. Jackson's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, family and never giving up on a dream.

Bears running back Kyle Monangai returned to practice on a limited basis Friday for the first time since injuring his toe and thumb in a Week 4 win over the Jets. He is listed as questionable for Sunday night's home contest against the Buccaneers.

The Bears are in Spain for their 2026 Flag Football Tour, marking the fourth consecutive year the club has held flag football clinics in Spain and showcasing their commitment to growing the game globally ahead of the sport's debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Former Bears offensive lineman Roberto Garza, who accompanied the team on the four-city trip, checks in after spending the first week in Bilbao, Barcelona and Badalona.

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer are joined by ESPN analyst Booger McFarland to break down the key matchups and what the Bears can expect when they take on the Buccaneers Sunday night at Soldier Field.

The Bears and Alice & Wonder celebrated their collaboration with an exclusive preview event Thursday night, where guests and creators were invited to take a first look at the limited-edition apparel collection ahead of the public launch Friday morning.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media Friday at Halas Hall.

The Chicago Bears and Alice & Wonder officially announced the launch of the Bears x Alice & Wonder limited-edition apparel collection, bringing together Bears fandom and fashion-forward style through exclusive designs created for fans to wear on gameday and beyond.

The Bears were back on the Halas Hall practice fields Thursday to continue preparing for Sunday night's matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen praised Jeffery Simmons for how he performed in his Bears debut, telling reporters, "he raises the level of everybody on the field."