Rookie Journal

The Chicago Bears selected University of Texas at San Antonio defensive back Zah Frazier with the No. 169 overall pick in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

When Bears fourth-round pick Ruben Hyppolite II wasn't invited to the NFL Combine, the Maryland linebacker didn't pout or feel sorry for himself. He simply concentrated on what he could control.

The Chicago Bears selected University of Maryland linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II with the No. 132 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

General manager Ryan Poles detailed why the Bears spent second-round selections on receiver Luther Burden III, offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo and defensive tackle Shemar Turner.

When Shemar Turner met with the Chicago media Friday night, pure joy exuded from the 6-3, 290-pounder after being drafted No. 62 overall by the Bears, fulfilling a lifelong dream for the Texas A&M defensive lineman. 

The Chicago Bears selected Texas A&M University defensive lineman Shemar Turner with the No. 62 overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Second-round pick Ozzy Trapilo, an offensive tackle from Boston College, embodies several of the traits the Bears are seeking in all of their players.

The Chicago Bears selected Boston College offensive lineman Ozzy Trapilo with the No. 56 overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Receiver Luther Burden III possess the ability to line up all over the field as well as a passion for football, which was on display Friday morning when he headed to Missouri's practice facility to work out just hours after Round 1 of the NFL Draft concluded.

The Chicago Bears selected University of Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III with the No. 39 overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Despite coming from a rural Idaho town where he branded cows and built barbed wire fences, new Bears tight end Colston Loveland is not concerned about adjusting to life in the big city.

Before announcing that the Bears were drafting tight end Colston Loveland Thursday night, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell recognized two of the franchise's Hall of Famers.

Speaking to reporters Thursday, general manager Ryan Poles revealed why the Bears targeted Michigan tight end Colston Loveland in the first round of the draft.

Growing up on a farm in tiny Gooding, Idaho (population 3,802), shaped Bears first-round draft pick Colston Loveland into the person and player he is today.

Tight end Colston Loveland, the newest Bear and No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, checks in from across the country in Idaho to share his emotions on being drafted, what his younger self would think right now and his message to Bears fans. 

The Chicago Bears selected University of Michigan tight end Colston Loveland with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Loveland became just the third tight end selected by the Bears in the first round of an NFL Draft in the Common Draft Era.

With the NFL Draft kicking off tonight, here's a final compilation of what local and national reporters are predicting the Bears will do with the No. 10 pick.

Bears linebacker and Lake Villa, Ill. native T.J. Edwards signed a two-year contract extension with the team last Thursday. Learn more about the seven-year pro and core member of the defense as he sits down with ChicagoBears.com to discuss his favorite memory as a Bears fan and player, what duties he assigns to rookies, his "dynamic" ability as a high school quarterback and more. 

Former All-Pro defensive tackle Steve McMichael, a key member of the Bears' famed 1985 Super Bowl XX championship team who was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Aug. 3, passed away Wednesday at the age of 67.  

NFL Draft week is bringing back fond memories for receiver Rome Odunze, who was selected by the Bears with the ninth pick in the first round last year.

The Bears on Tuesday honored linebacker T.J. Edwards and receiver Rome Odunze as the 2024 winners of the prestigious Brian Piccolo Award during a ceremony at Halas Hall.

The Bears on Wednesday launched their annual Schedule Prediction Challenge brought to you by United Airlines. Fans can enter through Wednesday, April 30 at 11:59 p.m. (CT) for a chance to win two tickets to both a Bears regular-season home and away game.

With four of the top 72 picks in this week's NFL Draft, the Bears have an excellent opportunity to bolster their roster.

From going undrafted out of Wisconsin in 2019 to earning a two-year contract extension with his hometown team, linebacker T.J. Edwards knows his NFL journey and the chance to stay in Chicago shouldn't be taken for granted.

With the Bears beginning Phase 2 of their offseason program, players are learning that coach Ben Johnson exudes energy and excitement and believes strongly in accountability and attention to detail.

The Chicago Bears have announced the full lineup of activities and entertainment for the 2025 Miller Lite Chicago Bears Draft Party, taking place on Thursday, April 24 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Soldier Field.

Bears coach and avid Cubs fan Ben Johnson threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Saturday's Cubs-Diamondbacks game at Wrigley Field.

After the Bears selected Rutgers running back Kyle Monangai in the seventh round of the NFL Draft, it didn't take long for the New Jersey native to recognize the professionalism needed at the pro level, something he learned from his older brother.

Bears assistant coaches talked with the media Thursday at Halas Hall, including offensive line coach Dan Roushar on the additions up front, receivers coach/assistant head coach Antwaan Randle El on working with DJ Moore and Rome Odunze and running backs coach Eric Bieniemy on his coaching style.

Bears coordinators Declan Doyle (offense), Dennis Allen (defense) and Richard Hightower (special teams) provided insight Thursday about Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams and Kyler Gordon, among others.

The Chicago Bears on Thursday signed veteran linebacker T.J. Edwards to a two-year extension through 2027.

Decades after he grew up in the Chicago area cheering for the Bears, Antwaan Randle El is thrilled about joining his hometown team as an assistant coach.

With the NFL Draft just one week away, here's what 10 draft analysts are predicting the Bears will do with the No. 10 pick in the first round.

Nickel back Kyler Gordon is grateful to the Bears for the commitment they made in signing him to an extension, telling reporters Tuesday: "It says a lot. I appreciate and I love that."

The Chicago Bears on Tuesday signed veteran defensive back Kyler Gordon to a three-year extension through 2028.

With buy-in from his family and what he calls a "special" situation inside Halas Hall, Chicago became the next destination on veteran quarterback Case Keenum's winding NFL journey.

With the NFL Draft just 10 days away and the Bears set to pick at No. 10, here are 10 fun facts about the 10th selection.

Third generation NFL owners John Mara (Giants) and Art Rooney II (Steelers) spoke to ChicagoBears.com about their families' relationships with Virginia Halas McCaskey and the legacy she leaves.

With the NFL Draft just two weeks away, here's what 12 draft analysts are projecting the Bears will do with the No. 10 pick in the first round.

The Bears equipment staff received the prestigious Whitey Zimmerman Award, an annual accolade awarded to an NFL equipment manager and their staff to honor their excellence from the previous season.

Meeting with new coach Ben Johnson during a free agent visit to Halas Hall helped convince receiver and return specialist Devin Duvernay to sign with the Bears.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams enjoyed being quizzed by Ben Johnson on Day 2 of the offseason program and is eager to begin building a rapport with his new head coach.

Cornerback Jaylon Johnson and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds are on the same page regarding head coach Ben Johnson's desired mindset for the 2025 Bears: dominate.

The Chicago Bears on Tuesday signed veteran defensive back Nahshon Wright to a one-year contract. Wright joins the Bears after spending last season with the Minnesota Vikings (2024) following his first three professional seasons as a member of the Dallas Cowboys (2021-23).

Greeted by teammates, coaches and even some light snow, Bears players returned to Halas Hall Monday for the start of the team's voluntary offseason program.

The Chicago Bears on Monday signed Restricted Free Agent defensive lineman Chris Williams and four Exclusive Rights Free Agents – defensive linemen Jonathan Ford and Daniel Hardy, offensive lineman Bill Murray and defensive back Ameer Speed.

Senior writer Larry Mayer shares eight things he learned about the Bears at the NFL's owners meetings, including safety Jaquan Brisker being cleared to return, a key player the team intends to sign to a contract extension and more.

Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren is confident that an infusion of passionate, tough, physical players this offseason will enhance the team's chances of contending for a championship.   

The Chicago Bears on Thursday signed veteran quarterback Case Keenum to a one-year contract.

Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren told reporters Wednesday at the NFL owners meetings that the Bears are focused on sites in Arlington Heights and downtown Chicago for their new state-of-the-art fixed-roof stadium.

Members of the Bears organization, including running back Roschon Johnson, took a trip across the pond to help kick off the third season of the team's girls flag football league in the United Kingdom. The league has expanded to three cities for the 2025 season – Manchester, Birmingham and London.

With the NFL Draft just three weeks away, here's what 12 draft analysts are projecting the Bears will do with the No. 10 pick in the first round.

The Chicago Bears on Thursday signed veteran wide receiver Miles Boykin and veteran defensive back Shaun Wade to one-year contracts.

Speaking to reporters Wednesday in Florida, Bears chairman George H. McCaskey lauded new coach Ben Johnson and discussed the franchise's succession plan and stadium options. 

After bolstering the roster via free agency and the trade market, the Bears are in a unique position to add more talent with four of the top 72 picks in the draft.

Speaking to reporters Tuesday at the NFL owners meetings, Bears coach Ben Johnson discussed tight end Cole Kmet's role this season, traits that defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is seeking in players and more.

When the Bears kick off their offseason program Monday, first-year coach Ben Johnson will begin building a foundation with quarterback Caleb Williams from the ground floor.

Bears running back Roschon Johnson is in the United Kingdom to help kick off a new season of the Bears' UK girls flag football league, which has now expanded to three cities — Manchester, Birmingham and London. Check out Johnson's postcard to see what he's been up to during his first couple days in Manchester. 

The Chicago Bears are teaming up with Happy Thursday to send one lucky fan and a guest to represent the Bears in rival territory – Green Bay, Wis. – for the 2025 Draft.

With the NFL Draft just four weeks away, here's what 13 draft analysts are projecting the Bears will do with the No. 10 pick in the first round.

After spending four seasons together with the Lions, new Bears right guard Jonah Jackson is eager to resume working with first-year coach Ben Johnson.

New Bears offensive lineman Jonah Jackson talks with ChicagoBears.com about his skateboarding prowess, the toughest player he's faced in the NFL, his take on Game of Thrones and much more.

The Chicago Bears on Wednesday announced the additions of Reshard Langford and Mark Philippi in assistant strength and conditioning capacities.

As the son of parents who immigrated from Nigeria to England to the United States, new Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo is constantly fueled by a desire to make sure their journey "wasn't for nothing."

Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds is wrapping up his week in Spain with the Bears. Check out Edmunds' postcard from his final stop, Badalona, and hear about his experience teaching American football. 

El linebacker Tremaine Edmunds está concluyendo su semana en España con los Bears. Echa un vistazo a la postal de Edmunds desde su última parada, Badalona, y escucha sobre su experiencia enseñando fútbol americano.  

New Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo talks with ChicagoBears.com about his first NFL sack, the person who inspires him most, his love for the beach and much more.

The Chicago Bears on Monday signed veteran defensive back Nick McCloud to a one-year contract. McCloud arrives in Chicago after totaling 48 career regular-season games played (16 starts) for the Cincinnati Bengals (2021), New York Giants (2022-24) and San Francisco 49ers (2024).

New Bears center Drew Dalman has reached the pinnacle of his sport due to a combination of talent, size, work ethic and other intangibles. But it's not a journey he has traversed alone.

New Bears center Drew Dalman talks with ChicagoBears.com about what it's like to block Grady Jarrett, the story behind his middle name, his hobbies outside of football and much more.

The Chicago Bears on Monday announced the hiring of Laura Anderson as Senior Vice President of Administration & Chief Financial Officer. Anderson joins the Bears after most recently serving as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for the Big Ten Conference.

While Atlanta will always be home to Grady Jarrett—he was born and raised there and spent his first 10 NFL seasons with the Falcons—the veteran defensive tackle is thrilled about joining the Bears.

New Bears defensive tackle and 11-year veteran Grady Jarrett talks with ChicagoBears.com about the most memorable sacks of his career, gameday fits, hidden talents and much more.

Few NFL players have a more impressive résumé than new Bears left guard Joe Thuney, who has enjoyed almost unparalleled team and individual success over his first nine seasons in the league.

New Bears offensive lineman and four-time Super Bowl champion Joe Thuney talks with ChicagoBears.com about seeing LeBron James play in high school, his favorite travel destinations, relationship with Tom Brady and much more.

Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds is spending the week in Spain for the club's third-annual Mini Monsters tour, which helps grow the game of American football and promote a healthy lifestyle for kids. Check out Edmunds' postcard to hear about his first few days in Madrid. 

El linebacker de los Bears, Tremaine Edmunds, está pasando la semana en España para la tercera edición del tour Mini Monsters del club, que ayuda a promover el fútbol americano y un estilo de vida saludable para los niños. Echa un vistazo a la postal de Edmunds para escuchar sobre sus primeros días en Madrid.

The Chicago Bears on Wednesday signed veteran wide receiver Devin Duvernay to a one-year contract and re-signed veteran running back Travis Homer to a one-year contract.

The Bears have announced the jersey numbers the players they've acquired this offseason will wear.

Veteran tight end Durham Smythe has two familiar faces inside Halas Hall after signing with the Bears last week, one of whom used to put on cleats to run practice drills with Smythe and his teammates while coaching wide receivers in Miami.