Through the first 10 years of Joe Thuney's NFL career, he had the unique opportunity to protect two of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history: Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes. Brady went as far as calling him "the perfect guard." Now, in his 11th season and second alongside Caleb Williams, Thuney continues to anchor the Bears' offensive line with the same consistency, toughness and reliability that have defined his career.

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

Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, offensive coordinator Press Taylor and special teams coordinator Richard Hightower address the media Thursday at Halas Hall.

Fresh off a contract extension, Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift was all smiles, swagger and energy against the Carolina Panthers while delivering a career-best three-touchdown performance.

Quarterback Caleb Williams addresses the media Wednesday at Halas Hall.

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

Wide receiver Jahdae Walker and defensive lineman Kentavius Street address the media virtually Monday from Halas Hall.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media virtually Monday from Halas Hall.

Watch complete game highlights from the Bears' Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams threw a pair of touchdowns and added two more on the ground in the 2026 season opener against the Carolina Panthers.

Running backs D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai each ran for 100-plus yards as the Bears' ground attack combined for 291 rushing yards and six touchdowns in Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers.

Head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media in Charlotte following the Bears' 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers.

Quarterback Caleb Williams addresses the media in Charlotte following the Bears' 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers.

Running back D'Andre Swift and wide receivers Rome Odunze and Kalif Raymond address the media in Charlotte following the Bears' Week 1 victory against the Carolina Panthers.

Bears running back D'Andre Swift finds the end zone from 28 yards out for his third touchdown of the game.

Receiver Jahdae Walker hauls in a throw from quarterback Caleb Williams to help give the Bears a 52-31 lead.

Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson punches the ball out of the arms of Panthers receiver Tetairoa McMillan, and linebacker Devin Bush picks up the loose ball.

Bears running back Kyle Monangai outraces the Panthers defense on a 61-yard touchdown run.

Running back D'Andre Swift rushes for a 1-yard score, his second touchdown of the game, to help give the Bears a 38-31 lead.

Bears defensive lineman Kentavius Street sacks Panthers quarterback Bryce Young on third down.

Bears rookie defensive back Malik Muhammad II makes a great play to pick off Panthers quarterback Bryce Young.

Quarterback Caleb Williams speeds down the left sideline for a 29-yard touchdown, his second rushing score in the game.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams rifles a pass to receiver Luther Burden III for a 24-yard gain.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams completes a 28-yard pass to wide receiver Kalif Raymond with his signature Jumpan style.