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Former Bears RB Loses Another Chance at Making NFL Roster in 2025

2 days ago | dawindycity.com | Richard Louis

With rookie minicamps over with and OTAs slated to kick off around the league later this month, teams have looked back into the free agent market to see who's available. Teams also brought in players for tryouts, and some guys took full advantage of that opportunity. According to Jordan Schultz, the Steelers are signing RB Trey Sermon to a one-year deal. He was someone who was brought in for a tryout, and he made his presence felt that the team decided to give him a deal.
New Bears Coach Already Changing Culture in Chicago (But It's Not Ben Johnson)

3 days ago | dawindycity.com | Nick Halden

The Chicago Bears were last offseason's media darlings when it came to outside-the-box playoff picks. Chicago drafting quarterback Caleb Williams was supposed to be a page-turner that put all the frustration behind the seemingly cursed franchise. This obviously wasn't how things played out with an infamous Jayden Daniels pass appearing to break what little belief the franchise had. Still, Bears fans have reason to be encouraged in what has been a strong 2025 offseason.
Luther Burden Has Funny Explanation for the Controversial Jersey Number Choice

5 days ago | dawindycity.com | Richard Louis

The Chicago Bears were one of the most active teams this offseason. Since naming Ben Johnson the head coach, all their attention went to filling out this roster, especially on the offensive side. The Bears used their first three picks in the 2025 NFL draft on offensive players, including WR Luther Burden, who was the 39th-overall pick. Chicago has a rookie minicamp running from May 9 to May 11, giving fans the first glimpse at these players in new threads.
Two Former Bears Appear on Lions Minicamp Roster

5 days ago | dawindycity.com | Richard Louis

With the 2025 NFL draft over, the next thing fans were waiting for was the rookie minicamp. It's the first glimpse fans get to see these guys in their new threads. This is also an opportunity for undrafted free agents to make a name for themselves. Something that goes under the radar is that teams can bring in free agents for tryouts during this span, and the Lions made sure to do so. Detroit's rookie minicamp is from May 9 to May 11.
Bears Could Be Saying Goodbye to Former 4th-Round Pick Before June

5 days ago | dawindycity.com | Devon Platana

Chicago Bears fans shouldn't be surprised if the front office and coaching staff send a former fourth-round pick packing before May ends. The Chicago Bears' offseason adventure continues on Friday with the start of this year's rookie minicamp. Bears fans have been buzzing with anticipation to get a glimpse at the likes of Michigan's Colston Loveland and Texas A&M's Shemar Turner in action, and now they'll finally have a chance to hear all about Chicago's future this weekend.
Former Bears Playmaker Still Can't Find a Job in May

6 days ago | dawindycity.com | Chris Schad

The Chicago Bears are making their first preparations for the 2025 season. But with the season five months away, there are still plenty of players still looking for a job in free agency. The Bears have been one team contributing to the market with several players shuffling in and out of Chicago with the arrival of Ben Johnson. While most of the outgoing players have been able to find new homes, there’s one notable name that is still on the market with little hope of finding a new job soon.
Failed Bears TE Gets Lucky Lifeline to Find New Team for 2025

1 week ago | dawindycity.com | Chris Schad

At this time one year ago, Gerald Everett was looking for a new start with the Chicago Bears. The former second-round pick flashed at times with 127 catches for 1,389 yards and eight touchdowns in his first four seasons with the Los Angeles Rams and continued to put up modest numbers as he spent a season with the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Chargers.
Keenan Allen's Next Team Suddenly Obvious After Blockbuster Trade

1 week ago | dawindycity.com | Richard Louis

The NFL world woke up on Wednesday to news that the Pittsburgh Steelers traded WR George Pickens and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. This news shocked the league, as Pickens is uber talented, but the Steelers weren't interested in another year together. Meanwhile, the Cowboys had a huge void at WR across from CeeDee Lamb and Pickens is slated to step into that spot.
Former Bear Already in Trouble With New Team's Fans

1 week ago | dawindycity.com | Chris Schad

The Chicago Bears have had another active offseason as they look to become a contender in the NFC North. A lot has been made about the arrivals to The Windy City, with Ben Johnson taking over as head coach and Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson arriving as saviors of the offensive line. But while plenty have come into Halas Hall, there are many who have been departures and are acclimating themselves to their new teams.
Bears Should Save Former Second-Round Defender From FA Wasteland ASAP

1 week ago | dawindycity.com | Richard Louis

The Chicago Bears have been one of the most aggressive teams this offseason. From head coach down to players on the roster, the Bears made sure to add more talent. To bring in new players, they had to part ways with a couple of guys as well. Free agency opened in March, and two months later, some players are still available. Defensive end DeMarcus Walker is one of those guys who was released by the team in February to save cap space.