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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 ...

Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots: Full Report Card Grades for Chicago
Following a 51-23 loss on Sunday afternoon to the New England Patriots, the Chicago Bears head into their bye week with a record of 3-5. The Patriots moved the football down the field seamlessly on their first drive of the football game and never loo
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Lamarr Houston Injury: Updates on Bears Star’s Leg and Return
Updates from Monday, Oct. 27 Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reported the diagnosis on Lamarr Houston's knee injury: Bears general manager Phil Emery spoke about Houston's recovery time, via Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune: Kevin Fishbain of ChicagoFo
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Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots: Live Score and Analysis for Chicago
Behind five touchdown passes from Tom Brady, New England defeated the Chicago Bears 51-23. The Bears defense allowed 487 total yards to New England, and Rob Gronkowski led the way for New England with nine catches for 149 yards with three touchdowns.
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Bears vs. Patriots: What Experts Are Saying About Chicago
Have you gotten rid of that nasty hangover after Sunday's loss? Do you feel confident going into this week's game against New England, or do you think the season is spiraling out of control? The Chicago Bears have this week's game against the P
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Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots: Complete Week 8 Preview for Chicago
Following a disappointing 27-14 loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 7, the Chicago Bears will try to rebound this week when they head to New England to take on the 5-2 Patriots. The Bears and Patriots have met just 12 times, with New England holding a
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Brian Urlacher Comments on Jay Cutler, Leadership
The Chicago Bears are a team in turmoil after their Week 7 loss to the Miami Dolphins, and legendary linebacker Brian Urlacher has no shortage of opinions regarding why that is. According to Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times, the retired
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Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots: Breaking Down the Bears’ Game Plan
Life doesn't get any easier for the 3-4 Chicago Bears this week as they travel to New England to face the 5-2 Patriots on Sunday. Last week’s colossal failure at home against the Miami Dolphins along with Brandon Marshall's
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Dissecting Most Crucial Matchups in the Bears’ Week 8 Contest with New England
After a 27-14 loss at home against the Miami Dolphins in Week 7, the Chicago Bears are set to go back on the road in Week 8 to take on the 5-2 New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The Bears' loss on Sunday pushed t
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5 Bold Predictions for the Chicago Bears’ Week 8 Matchup
Have you recovered from the Chicago Bears' devastating loss to the Miami Dolphins at home? Where is your confidence in the team going into a big meeting on the road against the New England Patriots? Despite the Bears' struggles, they have a better sh
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Chicago Bears: What You Need to Know Heading into Week 8
There is a large, ominous-looking storm cloud hanging overhead Halas Hall right now. The Chicago Bears dropped to 3-4 after an ugly loss to the Miami Dolphins. The offense struggled. The defense struggled. The coaching staff struggled (for more on th
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