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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.

The Bears recently continued their longstanding support of Chicagoland organizations that help domestic violence survivors, including A Safe Place and WINGS.

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks teams up with Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on Bears, etc. for an in-depth exploration of the potential moves awaiting the Bears with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

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.

The Bears on Tuesday launched their annual Schedule Prediction Challenge brought to you by United Airlines. Fans can enter through Sunday, April 28 at 11:59 p.m. (CT) for a chance to win two tickets to every Bears regular-season home and away game.

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.

Check out the Bears' home and away matchups for the 2024 season. (Photos via Chicago Bears, NFL and AP)

Take a look at each of the 32 players in franchise history to be elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the most of any team in the NFL.

Take a look at Bears players arriving at Halas Hall for Phase 1 of the team's voluntary offseason program.

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.

Bears safety Jonathan Owens and his wife, Simone Biles, explored Chicago together for the first time together this weekend, which included Owens throwing out the first pitch at a White Sox game.

Bears offensive assistant - running backs coach Jennifer King headed to Guaranteed Rate Field Monday night to throw out the first pitch at the White Sox game. Every year on April 15, MLB honors Jackie Robinson's legacy by celebrating his life, values and accomplishments on the day he broke baseball's color barrier.

New Bears safety Jonathan Owens and his wife, Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles, headed to Guaranteed Rate Field Saturday to watch the White Sox take on the Cincinnati Reds. Take a look at Owens throwing out the first pitch, the couple signing autographs and more.

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.

After six years with the Bears, Paul Neurauter has been promoted to senior vice president of operations and sustainability. Neurauter's expertise in generating operational efficiencies and implementing sustainable practices combined with his decades-long passion for the Bears will help continue to drive the club forward.

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.

After a decade of building the Bears' HR department, Liz Geist has been promoted to the club's first executive vice president of people and culture & chief human resources officer. Geist will continue her work in building a world-class culture and developing sustained success at the Bears. 

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.

Step inside the general manager's office as he breaks down players the Bears have acquired since the start of free agency. Go behind the scenes with wide receiver Keenan Allen and other new additions as they arrive in Chicago. Plus, get an exclusive look at what the Bears are getting courtesy of the team's pro scouting staff. All this and more in the latest episode of 1920 Football Drive, brought to you by Hyundai.

Former Bears general manager Jerry Angelo joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the latest episode of Bears, etc. to discuss his career as an NFL executive and experience preparing for the NFL draft.

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.

The Chicago Bears on Tuesday hired Krista Whitaker to serve as the club's executive vice president of legal and business affairs as well as chief legal officer. Whitaker, who comes from the Miami Heat, will utilize her passion for football and extensive sports law experience to lead the Bears' legal department.

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.

Former Bears fullback and ESPN 1000 sideline reporter Jason McKie joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on the latest episode of Bears, etc. to discuss Devin Hester's mindset leading into his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction in August.

Take a look at former Tottenham star Ledley King touring Halas Hall with DJ Moore and attending a Mini Monsters clinic at Crane High School with former Bears cornerback Jerry Azumah.

Adam Rank from NFL Network joins hosts Jeff Joniak, Tom Thayer and Jim Miller on the Bears Weekly Podcast.

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 Bears on Friday announced the launch of the club's first-ever Women's Advisory Board consisting of inspirational leaders across various industries — all who have ties to the city of Chicago.

The Bears have launched a Women's Advisory Board consisting of inspirational leaders across various industries to enhance the club's connection to its female fanbase and create an inclusive environment. Learn more about the inaugural board members, who all share their advice to young girls and women who have goals of becoming leaders in their careers.

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.

Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds takes a tour of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ahead of the 2024 NFL International Series.

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.

The Bears on Wednesday launched a Women's History Month merchandise collaboration with Chicago-based art director Ellen Ma, who described the opportunity as "my American Dream."

The Bears and Chicago-based art director Ellen Ma have collaborated on a limited-edition fashion line to celebrate Women's History Month. Take a look at the exclusive merch, which is available now at the Chicago Bears Pro Shop. (Photos courtesy of Rachel Perry)

Bears, etc. hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer share the latest updates from the NFL owners meetings in Orlando, Fla. Plus, Ashton Washington, the first female scout in franchise history, discusses her NFL journey.

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.

General Manager Ryan Poles chats with host Jeff Joniak at the NFL Owners Meetings, and then Jeff, Tom Thayer and Jim Miller discuss the proposed rule changes and news around the league.

Head coach Matt Eberflus addresses the media Tuesday from the NFL owners meetings in Orlando.

Learn about the inspiring story of Ashton Washington, the first female scout in Bears history.

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.

Bears player personnel coordinator Ashton Washington wakes up with "Good Morning Football" to discuss what it means to be the franchise's first female scout.

Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren met with 25 students from Hyde Park Academy High School March 15 as part of the Obama Foundation's Future Series, which allows students to learn from leaders in various career fields.  

Chargers play-by-play Matt "Money" Smith joins hosts Jeff Joniak, Tom Thayer and Jim Miller on the Bears Weekly Podcast

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.

Lauren Screeden sits down with Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift in this week's "Sippin' with Screeden" brought to you by Dunkin.

Bears, etc. hosts Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer discuss the latest news from Halas Hall, including the trade for former Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen. Jeff then sits down with Allen to discuss his hopes for the Bears offense in 2024.

Lauren Screeden sits down with Bears defensive back Kevin Byard III in this week's "Sippin' with Screeden" brought to you by Dunkin.

Tom Thayer breaks out the All-22 coaches' tape to take a closer look at what wide receiver Keenan Allen brings to the Bears.

Receiver Keenan Allen talks with ChicagoBears.com about his hidden talent, toughest cornerback matchup, the most memorable catch of his career and much more.

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).