Chicago Bears Draft Central

The Bears could be shorthanded at the receiver position Sunday when they host the Detroit Lions in an NFC North clash at Soldier Field.

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media on Friday at Halas Hall.

After a slow start to the season, the Bears defense has made significant strides, most notably in generating takeaways, pressuring the quarterback, stopping the run and getting off the field on third down.

Here's who local and national NFL analysts are picking to win Sunday's game between the Bears and Lions at Soldier Field.

A record number of Bears players, coaches and staff will sport special footwear for the team's My Cause My Cleats game Dec. 10th against the Lions. Take an exclusive look at the custom spikes, which were created to support a charitable organization of each person's choice, as well as some of the players posting with their cleats.

As a first-year participant in the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative, Bears tight end Robert Tonyan is representing a local organization that he connected with as a high schooler, GiGi's Playhouse. 

Former Bears kicker Robbie Gould, the franchise's all-time leading scorer with 1,207 points, announced his retirement Thursday after 18 NFL seasons, including 11 in Chicago.

Hear from Eddie Jackson as the Bears prepare for the Detroit Lions in this Bears Update brought to you by Dr Pepper.

Bears players and coaches who work closest with receiver DJ Moore describe the sixth-year pro as a humble, hard-worker who's a great player and even better person.

Bears players and staff will wear customized shoes and cleats representing a chosen nonprofit. Khalil Herbert, Tyrique Stevenson, and T.J. Edwards share why they chose their nonprofit.

Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, safeties coach Andre Curtis and special teams coordinator Richard Hightower address the media on Thursday at Halas Hall.

The Bears have a record amount of players and football operations staff participating in My Cause My Cleats along with a new element of business staff involvement — two milestones that are bridged by the support of the club's leaders.

Here's where to watch, listen to and stream the Week 14 matchup between the Bears and Lions at Soldier Field. The game kicks off Sunday at noon (CT).

The Bears are excited to announce that assistant general manager Ian Cunningham and senior national scout Francis St. Paul have been invited to participate in the NFL's Front Office & General Manager Accelerator December 11-13 at the NFL meetings in Dallas.

Bears, etc. hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer are joined by Len Kasper, White Sox radio announcer and lifelong Lions fan, to preview the Bears matchup against the Lions on Sunday at Soldier Field.

After generating eight takeaways in their last two games, the Bears hope to continue that trend Sunday when they host the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field.

The Bears were back on the practice fields at Halas Hall to continue their preparation for Sunday's NFC North battle with the Lions at Soldier Field.

The Bears hosted the first-ever All-State dinner at Halas Hall November 29 to honor 56 of the top Illinois girls flag football student-athletes.

For the first time, every Bears staff member received the opportunity to choose a cause and charity to support and customize their own pair of Nike Air Force 1's as part of the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative.

Quarterback Justin Fields addresses the media on Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media on Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Defensive tackle Justin Jones' dedication to serving the community and using his platform to spread positivity, along with his veteran leadership in the locker room as a consistent starter on the defensive line, earned him the Bears' nomination for the 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide.

Senior writer Larry Mayer looks ahead to Sunday's game against the Lions, names his favorite holiday movie and much more during his weekly fan Q&A.

Take a look as defensive tackle Justin Jones is surprised by Matt Eberflus and the Payton family with the Bears' nomination for the 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide.

Head coach Matt Eberflus joins hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the latest episode of Bears, etc.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus' message to his players Monday at Halas Hall was the same as it was before they dispersed for the bye week, telling reporters: "It's about finishing."

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media Monday at Halas Hall.

Tight end Cole Kmet and linebacker T.J. Edwards address the media on Monday at Halas Hall.

Hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer are joined by former quarterback Jim Miller on Bears Weekly.

The NFL announced on Thursday that the Week 15 Bears-Browns game in Cleveland will kick off at noon (CT) Sunday, Dec. 17.

Former Bears Jason McKie, James Williams, Ahmad Merritt, Rashied Davis, Anthony Adams and Kaseem Sinceno sit down with Jeff Joniak to discuss what it's like coaching high school football and what inspired them to nurture the next generation of talent.

Check out what's on the Bears schedule this season with help from Chicago's own Mr. Beef.

Former Bears quarterback Erik Kramer joins hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the Bears, etc. Podcast.

Relive all 101 made field goals by kicker Cairo Santos in his Bears career to celebrate his NFC Special Teams Player of the Month honors.

Cairo Santos has been named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for November after making 12 of 14 field goals and 5 of 5 extra points in four games, including 3 of 3 field goals from at least 50 yards.

K Cairo Santos becomes the latest member of the organization to be named NFC player of the month, marking the 25th time in franchise history a Bears player has received the honor.

Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins is the winner of the NFL's Week 12 "Way to Play" award.

Tight end Robert Tonyan and former Bears center Jay Hilgenberg sit down to discuss their careers and the first time they met.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus received the prestigious Iron Horse Award from ALS United Greater Chicago Tuesday night.

Bears defensive back Kyler Gordon, aka Kyler-man, was mic'd up for the Monday night showdown in Minneapolis vs. the Vikings.

Head coach Matt Eberflus joins hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the latest episode of Bears, etc.

After watching tape of Monday night's 12-10 comeback victory over the Vikings in Minnesota, coach Matt Eberflus lauded the Bears for overcoming adversity and rallying to win.

Former Bears star Devin Hester on Tuesday was named one of 25 modern-era semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2024.

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media on Tuesday at Halas Hall.

Check out the best images—taken by Bears photographers—from Monday night's victory over the Vikings in Minneapolis.

Justin Fields displayed resiliency and clutch playmaking ability late in the Bears' 12-10 victory Monday night in Minnesota, overcoming two lost fumbles to engineer a game-winning drive.

Senior writer Larry Mayer recaps Monday night's win over the Vikings, what stood out most in the victory, who he would give his game balls to and more in his weekly fan Q&A.

The Bears intercepted Joshua Dobbs four times and Cairo Santos made field goals of 25, 39, 55 and 30 yards in a 12-10 victory over the Vikings Monday night in Minneapolis.

Take a look at some of the notable stats and numbers from the Bears' Week 12 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

To honor Dick Butkus, take a look at 51 photos of the Hall of Fame linebacker through the years. (Photos by Chicago Bears and AP)

Watch the Bears' top plays from their Week 12 Monday night road win over the Vikings.

Receiver DJ Moore caught 11 passes in the Bears' Week 12 win over the Vikings, including a key 36-yarder late in the game. Check out each of #2's receptions from the Monday night victory.

Check out the on-field action as the Bears face off against the Vikings in primetime at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media Monday following the Bears win in Minnesota.

Quarterback Justin Fields addresses the media Monday following the Bears' win in Minnesota.

Bears tight end Cole Kmet shows the Minnesota Vikings defense that he doesn't skip leg day on a pile-driving first-down pickup.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields eludes the pressure and throws across his body to running back Roschon Johnson for a first down.

Defensive lineman Montez Sweat sacks Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs for his second sack with Chicago.

Bears quarterback Justin Fields keeps on a read option and sprints around the edge for a 14-yard first-down run.

Bears running back Roschon Johnson takes a short pass from Justin Fields for a 22-yard gain.