Larry Mayer Profile

The Bears on Friday selected Yale offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie with the 75th pick in the third round of the NFL Draft.

Caleb Williams' comfort with who he is as a person spawns a confidence that fuels the new Bears quarterback to be great.

GM Ryan Poles was excited, surprised and relieved that the Bears were able to land both quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Rome Odunze in the first round of Thursday night's NFL Draft.

After being chosen by the Bears with the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft, Caleb Williams told reporters that he's convinced he's joining an organization that's capable of winning championships.

After selecting USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1, the Bears further bolstered their offense by choosing Washington receiver Rome Odunze with the ninth overall pick.

The Bears on Thursday, as expected, selected USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Williams was widely considered the top prospect in a draft class loaded with talented quarterbacks.

With the start of the NFL Draft just a few hours away, we take a look at what nearly 40 analysts are predicting the Bears will do with the No. 9 selection.

Take a look at where the Bears will pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, which kicks off Thursday.

During a public presentation Wednesday at Soldier Field, the Bears unveiled their plans to build a state-of-the-art fixed-roof stadium along Chicago's lakefront.

With the NFL Draft just one day away and the Bears set to pick at No. 1, senior writer Larry Mayer compiled some fun facts about the first overall selection.

There seems to be plenty of clarity about what the Bears will do with the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft Thursday night. But that's not the case with their No. 9 choice.

The Bears on Tuesday honored linebacker T.J. Edwards and right tackle Darnell Wright as the 2023 winners of the prestigious Brian Piccolo Award during a ceremony at Halas Hall.

On the 23rd of every month leading up to his Hall of Fame induction in August, ChicagoBears.com chronicles a different aspect of Devin Hester's illustrious career. In the second of a 5-part series, senior writer Larry Mayer chronicles Hester's record-breaking rookie season with the 2006 NFC champion Bears.

Longtime Chicago Bears executive Bill Tobin passed away Friday at the age of 83. Tobin worked in the team's front office from 1975-92, a span during which the Bears made nine playoff appearances.

What do a former quarterback and broadcaster, four-time American League all-star first baseman and long-time NFL head coach have in common? All three recognizable names were drafted by the Bears.

With the NFL Draft just one week away, we reviewed 15 recently-updated mock drafts to see what analysts think the Bears will do with the No. 9 selection.

Ever wonder what was being said about current Bears players before they entered the NFL? We dusted off some old draft previews, searched for familiar names and found out.

The Chicago Bears have hired Ted Crews as special advisor to the President/CEO and chief administrative officer. He boasts 26 years of NFL experience, including the last 12 seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. In his new role, Crews will oversee all corporate and football communications, as well as the digital and social media, content and production and brand creative departments.

Senior writer Larry Mayer unearths interesting nuggets about the ninth overall selection in the NFL Draft, including the Hall of Fame middle linebacker the Bears chose at No. 9 in 2000.

Senior writer Larry Mayer helps you fill out your Schedule Prediction Challenge entry but providing helpful hints and nuggets regarding who, where and when the Bears will play this season.

For the first time since January, Bears players returned to Halas Hall en masse Monday for the start of the team's voluntary offseason program.

With the NFL Draft just 14 days away, we reviewed 16 recently-updated mock drafts to see what analysts think the Bears will do with the No. 9 pick.

More than 40 NFL prospects who grew up or attended college in the Chicago area participated in the Bears' local pro day at Halas Hall in advance of the NFL Draft.

The Bears have announced a new multi-year partnership with Levy, the acclaimed Chicago-based hospitality leader, to transform the food and beverage experience at their home games at Soldier Field.

In Part 2 of ChicagoBears.com's 5-part series on Steve McMichael ahead of his Hall of Fame induction in August, senior writer Larry Mayer reveals that there's much more to McMichael than his beer-swilling, hell-raising reputation.

No one is more amped about the Bears acquiring receiver Keenan Allen, tight end Gerald Everett and running back D'Andre Swift than their new teammates.

Former Bear Rosevelt Colvin is headed to Phoenix this week for the Final Four to watch his son, Myles, a true freshman on Purdue men's basketball team.

We perused 16 mock drafts that have been updated in the last week or so to see what NFL analysts think the Bears will do with the ninth overall selection.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus is excited to begin installing a new offense and building team chemistry when the offseason program kicks off April 15 at Halas Hall.

While much of the pre-draft talk involves what the Bears will do at No. 1, they're confident they'll be able to land another top prospect at No. 9.

In Part 1 of ChicagoBears.com's 5-part series on Devin Hester ahead of his Hall of Fame induction in August, senior writer Larry Mayer chronicles how the University of Miami star was selected by the Bears with the 57th pick in the 2006 NFL Draft.

The new fixed-roof stadium the Bears hope to build just south of Soldier Field would give the City of Chicago and state of Illinois a chance to tap into a sports tourism industry that produced a tax impact of $6.6 billion in 2021, a total that is expected to be even higher when 2023 data is released later this spring, according to Sports Business Journal.

This week at the NFL owners meetings in Orlando, new rules were approved to safely encourage more kickoff returns and to outlaw hip-drop tackles.

Coach Matt Eberflus is thrilled about the additions the Bears have made on both sides of the ball this offseason, especially at the skill positions.

Since Kevin Warren officially began his tenure as Bears President and CEO last April 17, the team more than doubled its win total from the previous season and appears primed to make another significant leap in 2024.

The Bears will open their preseason schedule against the Houston Texans in the NFL's annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Game Thursday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. (CT) in Canton, Ohio.

The Bears are continuing to do their due diligence on the top quarterback prospects ahead of April's NFL Draft.

Speaking to reporters Monday at the NFL owners meetings, Bears general manager Ryan Poles discussed the acquisition of receiver Keenan Allen, the departure of quarterback Justin Fields and more.

Several NFL analysts have updated their mock drafts following the first couple waves of free agency. All 15 we perused expect the Bears to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1. But there's a difference of opinion about what general manager Ryan Poles will do with the No. 9 choice.

The Bears on Monday bolstered their offensive line by signing tackle Jake Curhan, who arrives in Chicago after spending his first three NFL seasons with the Seahawks.

The Bears on Monday signed defensive end Byron Cowart, who has appeared in 36 NFL games over three seasons with the Patriots (2019-20) and Colts (2022).

The Bears on Saturday agreed to trade quarterback Justin Fields to the Steelers in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round draft pick that could become a fourth-round selection based on playing time, pending Fields passing his physical with Pittsburgh.

Six-time Pro Bowl receiver Keenan Allen expects to continue performing at a high level with the Bears, telling reporters Saturday: "Nothing changes but the jersey for me. The last name on the back is the same."

The Bears on Saturday agreed to terms with defensive end Jake Martin on a one-year contract, pending a physical. Martin, 28, has appeared in 91 NFL games with 15 starts over six seasons.

Persistence has helped new Bears safety Jonathan Owens, a Division II product who entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, overcome obstacles and establish himself in the league.

The chance to reunite with offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and play in his system factored into center Coleman Shelton's decision to sign with the Bears in free agency.

The Bears on Friday signed receiver/return specialist Dante Pettis to a one-year contract. Pettis spent the 2022 season with the Bears, appearing in all 17 games.

The Bears on Thursday acquired six-time Pro Bowl receiver Keenan Allen in a blockbuster trade from the Chargers in exchange for a 2024 fourth-round draft pick (No. 110), pending a physical.

The Bears showed the most interest in running back D'Andre Swift once the NFL's free agency negotiation window opened and they were able to sign him to a three-year deal.

Veteran safety Kevin Byard decided to sign with the Bears last Sunday in large part because he feels the team is ascending and boasts a talented defense.

The Bears on Wednesday agreed to terms with veteran running back D'Andre Swift on a three-year contract, pending a physical.

The Bears on Wednesday bolstered their secondary by agreeing to terms with safety Jonathan Owens on a two-year contract.

The Bears on Wednesday agreed to terms with quarterback Brett Rypien on a one-year contract, pending a physical.

Linebacker Jack Sanborn was honored as the Bears' recipient of the 2023 Ed Block Courage Award Tuesday by Maryville Academy at Manzo's Banquets in Des Plaines.

In Part 1 of ChicagoBears.com's 5-part series on Steve McMichael ahead of his Hall of Fame induction in August, senior writer Larry Mayer chronicles McMichael's decades-long friendship with longtime teammate Dan Hampton.

Bears All-Pro Jaylon Johnson opened his press conference after signing his four-year extension Monday thanking those who helped him become one of the NFL's top cornerbacks.

The Bears on Sunday bolstered their secondary by agreeing to terms with veteran safety Kevin Byard on a two-year contract, pending a physical.

The Bears on Tuesday placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on cornerback Jaylon Johnson, a 2020 second-round pick from Utah who has started all 53 games he's played in four seasons.

Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren captivated the audience at the NFL Women's Forum with a heartfelt speech in which he discussed overcoming adversity throughout his life.

The Bears were well-represented at this week's eighth annual NFL Women's Forum presented by AWS at the NFL Combine.

The interviews the Bears conduct with prospects at the NFL Combine start with some friendly competition and give the team a chance to glean valuable information.

With the No. 1 and No. 9 picks in the draft and ample salary cap space, the Bears are primed to strengthen their roster this offseason.

A discussion with former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll helped convince Bears coach Matt Eberflus to hire Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles told reporters Tuesday at the NFL Combine that he has not yet made a decision about the team's quarterback position.

Bears GM Ryan Poles revealed Tuesday that "conversations are going well" regarding a long-term contract extension for Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson.

If it's true that familiarity breeds success, Bears receiver DJ Moore appears to be primed to have a second straight monster season.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus on Monday hired Matt Pees as a defensive analyst-advance/special projects. Pees has five years of NFL coaching experience with the Titans and Falcons.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus on Friday added two more assistants to his staff, hiring Ryan Griffin to work with quarterbacks and receivers and Bryan Bing as assistant defensive line coach.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus was trending on Twitter Thursday, all because of a new beard he sported during an introductory press conference for offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and defensive coordinator Eric Washington.

In filling the offensive and defensive coordinator positions, Matt Eberflus found coaches in Shane Waldron and Eric Washington who possess creativity, adaptability and leadership.

During his introductory press conference Thursday at Halas Hall, new Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron described the type of offense he envisions running in Chicago.

To continue the Bears' celebration of Black History Month, senior writer Larry Mayer discusses the life and career of former defensive back Curtis Gentry, who played professional baseball and basketball, served in the Army and was a civil rights activist in addition to playing professional football. Gentry is currently featured in an exhibit in the Halas Hall lobby celebrating Black History Month. 

Bears coach Matt Eberflus has completed his coaching staff by hiring Chad Morton (running backs) Chris Beatty (receivers), Thomas Brown (offensive passing game coordinator) and three others.

The addition of Jennifer King to Matt Eberflus' coaching staff as assistant running backs coach is a milestone moment for the Bears.

The Bears on Thursday parted ways with two of their longest tenured players in offensive lineman Cody Whitehair and safety Eddie Jackson. 

Senior writer Larry Mayer ranks four Bears players he believes deserve to follow Steve McMichael, Devin Hester and Julius Peppers into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

About 50 of Steve McMichael's friends and former Bears teammates gathered at his home Thursday night for a watch party to celebrate his election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Former Bears stars Steve McMichael, Devin Hester and Julius Peppers have been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as members of the Class of 2024.

Bears Care is celebrating the election of Steve McMichael and Devin Hester to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and honoring the other Bears already enshrined by launching a special Hall of Fame online auction Thursday night.

After three successful seasons together in Buffalo, Bears middle linebacker Tremaine Edmunds is eager to once again work with new Bears defensive coordinator Eric Washington.