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Jordan Howard Named to NFC’s Pro Bowl 2017 Roster

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been selected to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday. The Bears' official Twitter account celebrated the accomplishment while sharing the 22-year-old's statistics: Howard will replace David Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals, who suffered a knee injury in Week 17. Howard was a fifth-round pick in the 2016 draft and started the season third on Chicago's depth chart behind Jeremy Langford and Ka'Deem Carey. However, injuries thrust him into the spotlight, and he never looked back. He first broke out against the Detroit Lions in Week 4, when he totaled 111 rushing ...

Bears’ Jordan Howard Posts Franchise Rookie Rushing Record

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard's 1,313 rushing yards in 2016 marks the most for a rookie back in the franchise's history, per NFL Communications. The effort moved him past longtime Bears tailback Matt Forte's previous record of 1,238 yards in 2008. In addition to his rookie rushing record, Howard added multiple other accolades during the 2016 season. By gaining 202 yards from scrimmage in Week 8 against the Minnesota Vikings, Howard became the youngest player in team history to surpass 200 scrimmage yards in a game at 21 years, 363 days of age. He also posted the most 100-plus-yard rushing games (seven) by ...

Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Season

The Chicago Bears finished their abysmal 3-13 season with a 38-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but wide receiver Alshon Jeffery sees a Lombardi Trophy in the team's near future. "I guarantee you we are going to win the Super Bowl next year," he said after the game, per Adam Hoge of WGN Radio. Jeffery may not even be with the Bears next season, as he is set to become a free agent in March, per Spotrac. The receiver also said his future is up to his agent and general manager Ryan Pace, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. Jeffery didn't ...

Insider Buzz: Top Head Coaches on Chicago Bears’ Short List to Replace Trestman
The Chicago Bears are looking for a new head coach after firing Marc Trestman. Who are the Bears targeting? Which coach would be the best fit in Chicago? Watch as Stephen Nelson and Bleacher Report NFL Insider Jason Cole discuss the Bears' head
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Chicago Bears Head Coach Search: Latest Rumors, Speculation on Vacant Position
The Chicago Bears are looking for a new head coach after firing Marc Trestman the day after the season ended. Broncos offensive coordinator Adam Gase, Dan Quinn, Gary Kubiak and Mike Shanahan are names that have been linked to the role. Former Bills
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Breaking News: Chicago Bears Fire Head Coach Marc Trestman and GM Phil Emery
The Chicago Bears have fired head coach Marc Trestman and general manager Phil Emery, according to Alex Marvez of Fox Sports and Adam Schefter of ESPN.Why did Chicago make these moves? What's next for this Bears franchise?Watch as Adam Lefkoe and Ble
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Biggest Takeaways from Chicago Bears’ 2014 Season
The Chicago Bears' 2014 ended just as poorly as it began. Sunday's 13-9 loss to the Minnesota Vikings capped off what might have been one of the most underachieving seasons in franchise history. From general manager Phil Emery to head coach Marc
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Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Full Report Card Grades for Chicago
After entering the 2014 season with lofty playoff aspirations, the Chicago Bears struggled on both sides of the football all season long and finished with a 5-11 record following their 13-9 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17. The Bears racked u
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Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Live Chicago Score and Analysis
The Chicago Bears fell to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17, 13-9. Jay Cutler completed 22 of his pass attempts for 172 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions. Matt Forte carried the football 17 times for 51 yards and hauled in eight catches fo
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Bears vs. Vikings: What Experts Are Saying About Chicago
Mercifully, this season is coming to an end this week for the Chicago Bears and their fans. One last visit to division rival Minnesota will wrap up a 2014 season largely considered to be a complete disaster. Jay Cutler is back in the fold and m
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Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Complete Week 17 Preview for Chicago
After an up-and-down last 16 weeks, the 2014 season will finally come to a conclusion this Sunday for the Chicago Bears (5-10) when they travel to Minnesota to take on the Vikings (6-9). Sunday will mark the 108th meeting between the Bears and Viking
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Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings: Breaking Down Chicago’s Game Plan
The finish line has arrived for the Chicago Bears. Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings will bring this brutal 2014 season to a close, for the players, at least. The coaching staff will have to wait a few more days to learn their fates.
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What Can the Chicago Bears Do to Get Back into the Playoff Hunt in 2015?
Where did it all go wrong for the Chicago Bears, and how did they get to this point? This is the first time in 10 years the Bears have posted double-digit losses, and head coach Marc Trestman must go if the team wants to win again in 2015. It's
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