Bears' 5-2 record is hiding a problem Ben Johnson can't afford to ignore
The Chicago Bears are 5-2, but defensive struggles are creating a growing concern that Ben Johnson must address before it costs them wins.
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The Chicago Bears are 5-2, but defensive struggles are creating a growing concern that Ben Johnson must address before it costs them wins.
The Carolina Panthers' defense, under coordinator Ejiro Evero, opened the 2026 season with a crushing 59‑point loss to the Chicago Bears and again struggled against Tampa Bay’s ground game, surrendering 322 rushing yards and 43 points. Despite improved play against Atlanta in Week 2, the unit remains bottom‑ten in third‑down stops and penalties, raising questions about Ever0’s job security. The author argues the defensive collapses are too frequent for a roster that includes stars like Derrick Brown, suggesting it may be time to reassess Evero’s fit, though not yet firing him.
The 2026 Chicago White Sox turned a slim postseason outlook — 6.6% (ZiPS) and 1.5% (PECOTA) — into a surprise playoff run by outperforming FanGraphs’ Positional Power Rankings at almost every spot. While the only under‑performance came at catcher (ranked 26th but finished 28th), the team exceeded expectations across the board, aided by a weaker AL overall. The article breaks down each position’s ranking versus actual production, highlighting the collective overachievement that propelled the Sox beyond single‑digit odds.
The Chicago Bears enter their Week 8 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks with a 5-2 record. There are plenty of reasons to remain optimistic about Chicago’s future. But it’s also clear the Bears have some glaring holes as well. While the offense could always improve, most of the franchise’s problems come on the defensive side. [...] The post Report: Chicago Bears preparing for ‘aggressive’ trade deadline appeared first on ChiCitySports .
The Chicago Blackhawks fall to a 3-2 loss against the Florida Panthers, extending their skid to three games and leaving them with just three goals scored in that span. Chicago blows a 0-for-7 power‑play effort despite matching the Panthers in shots and expected goals, while Kevin Korchinski posts a strong defensive night. Prospect Ryan Roobroeck nets his first hat trick, tying for the OHL lead with 12 goals, and the Rockford IceHogs shut out the Toronto Marlies 3‑0. Elsewhere, the Carolina Hurricanes sign RFA defenseman Alexander Nikishin to a one‑year, $3 million deal, Quinn Hughes scores for the Wild in Vancouver, and Seattle’s Jared McCann is out for about 10 weeks with a lower‑body injury.
Kyler Gordon has four sacks in his first two games back and is tied for the Chicago Bears team lead. How Dennis Allen turned his slot corner into a pass rush weapon.
Let’s face it, we’re all a little tired of the Chicago Blackhawks. Given how often they’re on national television, how many of them were named to the National Hockey League’s…
The New England Patriots are working through their mini-bye after losing a heartbreaker on Thursday night against the Chicago Bears, 30-24. Now, the Patriots are sitting at 4-3 and are still right in the middle of the AFC playoff picture. Of course, one of the stories of the last few weeks in New England was […] The post Patriots HC Mike Vrabel’s verdict on A.J. Brown stinking it up since injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Raiders should strongly consider trading Maxx Crosby (again), now that the team has fallen back to earth.
After a disappointing 17-24 loss to the Chicago Bears on Oct. 22, Patriots coach Mike Vrabel defends sophomore running back TreVeyon Henderson, who saw limited snaps and is suspected of entering a sophomore slump despite a strong rookie year. The article breaks down the game’s key moments, highlights other Week 7 matchups, and compiles reactions from analysts, podcasts, and Patriots insiders, noting concerns over turnover differentials, AJ Brown’s integration, and potential mid‑season roster upgrades at RB, OG and CB.
The Chicago Bears clearly have a difficult schedule, but one that offers a rest advantage with the franchise set up for what is an undeniable
Lars Eller scored with 2:23 left in the third period to lift the Florida Panthers past the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Sunday at United Center.
Chicago's power play went 0-for-7 in a 3-2 loss to the Florida Panthers. Here are the Blackhawks' biggest winners and losers, including Ryan Greene and Spencer Knight.
Three games into the start of their season, the defending champion New York Knicks have not won a game yet. It’s quite surprising when you look at them basically bringing back the same roster from last season, but the thing is that the Eastern Conference has gotten better. Their three losses have come against the […] The post Knicks are 0-3, and Michael Jordan’s Bulls are only team in NBA history to start 0-3 and win title appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Blackhawks fell 3-2 to the Panthers at the United Center on Oct. 26, 2026, squandering a 2:23‑minute lead after failing to convert any of seven power‑play chances – now 0‑for‑16 in their last three games. Both teams posted 60 shots, but Florida’s Matthew Tkachuk netted a five‑second power‑play goal, and Lars Eller scored the winner after a broken stick on Ryan Donato. Coach Jeff Blashill praised the team's process despite a 3-8-0 start, while captain Connor Bedard urged the squad to turn frustration into results. The lackluster special teams and missed breakaways underscore Chicago’s scoring woes.
Who Should I Drop? Who Should I Keep? Some of the most common Week 8 fantasy football cut candidates include […]
The Chicago Bulls suffered their second loss of the season on Saturday. However, a controversial play involving Caleb Wilson late in the game could’ve changed the game’s complexion. The NBA admitted the mistake in its Last 2 Minute report the following day. He finished with a game-high 30 points and 14 rebounds, along with three [...] The post NBA admits mistake involving Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson appeared first on ChiCitySports .
Carson Kelly proves a bargain for the Cubs, delivering a career‑high 3.5 bWAR in 2025 and a solid 1.9 bWAR in 2026 while maintaining a 34.1% caught‑stealing rate. Signed to a two‑year, $11.5 million deal, he now faces a mutual 2027 option for $7.5 million. With 32‑year‑old catcher Miguel Amaya still developing and backup Owen Ayers not MLB‑ready, the author argues the Cubs should retain Kelly—either by exercising the option or renegotiating a longer deal with a vesting clause for 2028. The piece weighs the value of Kelly’s consistent offense and defense against typical mutual‑option outcomes.
In the wake of a 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to shake things up ahead of a home contest against one of the better…
The Avalanche continue to struggle on the road, losing to an unexpectedly strong Nashville Predators despite early-season woes. In the Heritage Classic, Montreal’s Jacob Fowler shines with 33 saves, helping the Canadiens earn two points against the Winnipeg Jets. Meanwhile, Carolina’s defenseman Alexander Nikishin signs a surprising one‑year, $3 million deal, while fellow RFA Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned and courted by the Sharks. Additional notes: the Flyers are improving health-wise, the Panthers rebound after roster changes, the Blackhawks’ power‑play stalls, James Reimer returns with the Rangers, and Toronto’s blue‑line injuries persist amid wins.
The Chicago Bears are winning. Quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the players and coaches are having fun while doing so.
Your midweek USMNT viewing guide drops a packed schedule of games featuring American talent across Europe and MLS. Highlights include Alex Freeman’s Copa del Rey debut for Villarreal against Manacor (4 p.m. ESPN+/Fubo), Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah starring for AC Milan vs Bologna (1:30 p.m. Paramount+), and Tyler Adams with Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup (3:45 p.m. Paramount+). MLS action kicks off Thursday night with New England vs NY Red Bulls (7:30 p.m.) and Chicago Fire vs Orlando City (8:30 p.m.). The guide also lists Ligue 1, DFB‑Pokal, Serie A, and Scottish Premiership fixtures, noting injury returns and trial streaming options.
Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are having a good start to the 2026 NFL season. The team secured a big win against the New England Patriots in their Week 7 matchup, winning with a score of 30-24. They currently have five wins and two losses so far this season, and are competing for the […] The post NFL Draws Backlash for Punishing Caleb Williams Over Safety-Focused Footwear appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Luther Burden III shined in Week 7 against the New England Patriots. The Chicago Bears wide receiver drew a lot of praise from analysts and teammates for his strong performance. One of them was Caleb Williams, who dropped a comment about him which the team posted on Instagram. Burden recorded four catches for 130 yards, [...] The post Caleb Williams comment on Bears WR Luther Burden III catches attention appeared first on ChiCitySports .
Monday Morning Bag Skate recaps the latest NHL action, highlighting the Panthers' 3‑2 win over the Blackhawks and the Canadiens' 4‑1 victory against Chicago, both reported by the Sun‑Times, Tribune and Athletic. It also notes ex‑Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones' lukewarm welcome back to the team and previews the Blackhawks' upcoming week (10/22) with a "show, don’t tell" approach.