Halas Intrigue Bears podcast: Talking 2026 schedule

The Sun-Times' Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears' 2026 schedule.

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Sorry, Bears fans: At least one handicapper sees fewer wins this season

Bet on it: They had 11 regular-season wins in ’25, but Kiev O’Neil’s Pythagorean win figure has them at 8.04 in ’26

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By Rob Miech

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Breaking down the Bears' 2026 schedule

One year after winning their first playoff game in 15 years, the Bears are big business. The NFL made that clear Thursday night.

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By Patrick Finley

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NFL schedule release: Bears will play Lions on Thanksgiving

The last time they want to Ford Field on Thanksgiving, the Bears fired Matt Eberflus the next day.

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By Patrick Finley

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