ESPN's Matt Miller shared his latest first-round projections for the 2026 NFL draft. While the Bears could go several different directions, he has them upgrading in the trenches -- specifically left tackle with Alabama's Kadyn Proctor at No. 25.

The Bears lead the NFC North at 7-3, already matching their total wins from last season and marking the latest in a season they've led the division since 2018.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson weighed in on the Ja'Marr Chase spitting incident and Jalen Ramsey's reaction.

Now, former NFL wide receiver Steve Smith is one of many who are becoming believers. Appearing on "Up and Adams" on Monday, Smith said he's all-in on the Bears after what they've shown so far this season.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) celebrates with running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) after Gainwell scored a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Pittsburgh. Credit: AP/Gene J. Puskar

By Week 12, every roster decision counts in fantasy football. Roles are locked in, byes are thinning out and benches and playoff implications sharpen every start/sit call.

The Chicago Bears defense leads the NFL in takeaways, forcing 21 turnovers on their opponents this season, and they're getting standout performances from multiple players.