Contract standoff between Bears, star LB Smith continues

The contract standoff between the Chicago Bears and Roquan Smith continued Thursday with the star linebacker watching practice from the sideline and new coach Matt Eberflus saying he expects healthy players to participate on the field.

Ex-Jet Frank Gore assaulted woman in Atlantic City hotel, police say

Former NFL star Frank Gore is accused of assaulting a woman in a "domestic violence incident" at the Tropicana Atlantic City.

NFL: Aaron Rodgers' use of ayahuasca hallucinogen didn't violate league's drug policy

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ use of the hallucinogenic drink ayahuasca during an offseason retreat isn’t considered a violation of the NFL’s drug policy.

Marshawn Lynch arrested for DUI in Las Vegas, police say

Former Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Las Vegas, police said.

Bears LB Roquan Smith requests trade from Chicago, report says

Chicago Bears star linebacker Roquan Smith is requesting a trade, saying the team has not negotiated in good faith for a contract extension.

Petition aims to keep Chicago Bears out of Arlington Heights
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Brian Costin from Americans for Prosperity - Illinois talks about why the Chicago Bears moving to Arlington Heights would be another example of "corporate welfare" and what they're doing to try to stop the move.

Demaryius Thomas died from seizure complications, autopsy says

An autopsy found former NFL and Georgia Tech football star Demaryius Thomas died from seizure complications.

Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery wants to show he's top-tier

"I'm excited to be a dad," he said. His baby girl is due in January. "So just being sure that I'm being the best version of myself for my girl. But also being prepared to be the best father I can be, too."

Bears center Patrick sidelined by injury to his right hand

Chicago Bears center Lucas Patrick is out indefinitely because of a right hand injury, leaving a retooled offensive line without an important piece.

Failures push Fields as he tries to take next step for Bears

Justin Fields showed up to training camp with his sights set squarely on his future and his mind on a notable failure.

Quinn says he's on board as rebuilding Bears begin practices

Robert Quinn wanted nothing more than to remain with the Chicago Bears after setting a franchise record with 18 1/2 sacks last year.

Bears' Smith, Quinn report for training camp but unclear if they’ll practice

Star linebacker Roquan Smith and defensive end Robert Quinn showed up Tuesday on time for the Chicago Bears’ first training camp under general manager Ryan Poles and coach Matt Eberflus.

Quinn pushes to block sale of Soldier Field naming rights
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Arguing that there is ?no tasteful way? to attach a corporate name to a ?sacred? war memorial, former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is reprising the fight he waged more than 20 years ago to preserve the name Soldier Field.

Former Illinois governor launches drive to prevent sale of corporate naming rights to Soldier Field

Arguing that there is “no tasteful way” to attach a corporate name to a “sacred” war memorial, former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is reprising the fight he waged more than 20 years ago to preserve the name Soldier Field.

Chicago parks group decries lack of involvement in plans for Soldier Field renovation
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Juanita Irizarry, executive director of Friends of the Parks, said the city should have sought their input in the latest plans for upgrading Soldier Field and the Museum Campus.

Lightfoot pitches plan to keep Bears at Soldier Field
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is throwing a Hail Mary pass. She?s trying to keep the Chicago Bears from moving to Arlington Heights.

Lori Lightfoot floats idea of a dome over Chicago's Soldier Field
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot offered Monday to put a dome on Soldier Field, at a potential cost of $2.2 billion, in a desperate attempt to keep the Bears in Chicago or save face if they leave for Arlington Heights.

Lightfoot details plans to enhance Soldier Field, keep Bears in Chicago — what to know

A NEW SOLDIER FIELD: “We need to invest in Soldier Field. Soldier Field must be a year-round destination. We must enhance the fan experience. And that’s precisely what we aim to do,” Chicago Mayor Lightfoot said Monday.