It’s a Bears Win Den! December 1, 2025

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

Bears Win Dens occur on Victory Mondays. In case you were wondering.

BEARSSSSSS

Perfect? No. Improving? Yes. Bears QB Caleb Williams is headed right direction compared to predecessors – Chicago Sun-Times

Williams still has things to work on, namely throwing accuracy, but he’s trending ahead of previous Bears first-round picks.

Rams’ loss makes Bears the top team in the NFC – Chicago Sun-Times

They’d have a first-round bye were the playoffs to start today.

1985 Chicago Bears: Don Pierson breaks down Super Bowl season – Chicago Tribune

Don Pierson called 1985 the “most memorable season” not just for the Chicago Bears, but for any NFL football team.

Column: Shirtless Ben Johnson is exactly what Chicago needed – Chicago Tribune

Shirtless Bears coach Ben Johnson, Lane Kiffin’s decision, Dylan Cease’s contract, and other thoughts on the world of sports on a snowy day in Chicago.

Chicago Bears: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 13 win – Chicago Tribune

Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts after the Chicago Bears bulldozed the Philadelphia Eagles 24-15 to improve to 9-3 on the season — the second-best record in the NFC.

How the Chicago Bears’ stunner in Philadelphia turned them into the NFL’s hottest team – The Athletic

The Bears felt every last ounce of satisfaction from Friday’s convincing upset of the defending champion Eagles. Now what?

Bears’ rookie class proving the fans wrong about Ryan Poles – SI

Fans of the Chicago Bears may have been too quick to judge their general manager.

Panthers remain the gift that keeps giving to the Chicago Bears in 2025 – SI

The Carolina Panthers’ Week 13 win had huge implications for the Chicago Bears’ playoff chase.

Two shocking Week 13 upsets launch the Bears to the top of the NFC – SI

The first year of the Ben Johnson era is already proving to be a massive win for the Chicago Bears.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Mike Jackson: When Matthew Stafford makes HOF speech, I’ll be thinking about the pick six – NBC Sports

Panthers cornerback Mike Jackson had heard enough about Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

NFL Week 14 Odds: Bears are the underdog vs the Packers – Windy City Gridiron

The Bears will be a road dog vs the Packers for Week 14. @wiltfong with more on the matchup here.

NFC Playoff Picture: Chicago Bears climb up to the 1 seed – Windy City Gridiron

The Chicago Bears are the best team in the NFC.

The Networks are Buzzing About the Chicago Bears – Windy City Gridiron

The Chicago Bears may be off today, but the Networks are still talking about them.

5 Bears scouting reports from win over Eagles – Windy City Gridiron

Check out a free scouting report of Bears left tackle Ozzy Trapilo, with access to more tape study content attached.

The Bears’ youth movement is leading the offense – Windy City Gridiron

Are you ready to have a Ryan Poles conversation? @kdthompson5 looks at the strength of the Bears offense here.

Bears vs. Eagles Game Balls: A Two-Headed Monster – Windy City Gridiron

After a gigantic road victory against the Eagles, @ryandroste hands out his Chicago Bears game balls.

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