Final Word: Chicago Bears have their identity. It has to carry them in a crucial 4-game stretch
The Bears’ identity has been to run the ball and to take the ball away. That will be what the Bears carry into a stretch of pivotal games that decides whether they’ll be in the playoff hunt.
The Bears’ identity has been to run the ball and to take the ball away. That will be what the Bears carry into a stretch of pivotal games that decides whether they’ll be in the playoff hunt.
Chicago Sports Tonight: Bears beat Saints
On tonight's episode of CST, Lou is joined by Tina, Chris Emma and Kevin Fishbain to recap the Bears victory over the Saints. They discuss the defense's dominance, the lethal ground attack and the persistent issues with team penalties and mistakes.
On tonight's episode of CST, Lou is joined by Tina, Chris Emma and Kevin Fishbain to recap the Bears victory over the Saints. They discuss the defense's dominance, the lethal ground attack and the persistent issues with team penalties and mistakes.
'Four’s the magic number': How the Bears leaned into their identity as the NFL's turnover leader
As the Bears turn the page on New Orleans, they’re now finding out the expectations for their defense. Forcing turnovers is the Bears’ strength. Sunday was proof of it.
As the Bears turn the page on New Orleans, they’re now finding out the expectations for their defense. Forcing turnovers is the Bears’ strength. Sunday was proof of it.
After the Whistle: Where did we gain confidence in the Bears on Sunday?
Ben Johnson found ways to get the run game going while also making the correct calls from the sidelines. Did he earn confidence from the fan base on Sunday?
Ben Johnson found ways to get the run game going while also making the correct calls from the sidelines. Did he earn confidence from the fan base on Sunday?
After the Whistle: Immediate thoughts on the Bears' defense in a 26-14 win
Four turnovers, four sacks and 44 rushing yards allowed. The Bears defense led the way Sunday. Lou, Jim, Pat and Tina breakdown what they saw.
Four turnovers, four sacks and 44 rushing yards allowed. The Bears defense led the way Sunday. Lou, Jim, Pat and Tina breakdown what they saw.
This one became a trap game: Takeaways from the Chicago Bears win over New Orleans
Here's what we took away from the Bears' win. As ugly as it was, it was the Bears' fourth in a row.
Here's what we took away from the Bears' win. As ugly as it was, it was the Bears' fourth in a row.
How we graded the Chicago Bears in their win over New Orleans
Here's how we graded the Bears' in their Sunday win over the Saints to make it four wins in a row.
Here's how we graded the Bears' in their Sunday win over the Saints to make it four wins in a row.
Chicago Bears 26, New Orleans Saints 14: Final score and recap from Week 7
Follow along for live updates from Soldier Field as the Bears try and win their fourth game in a row vs. New Orleans.
Follow along for live updates from Soldier Field as the Bears try and win their fourth game in a row vs. New Orleans.
Bears Game Day Live: Bears vs. Saints Bold Predictions
Were Lou, Anthony and Cassie in cahoots? Why does everyone think Luther Burden III will have a big day? Also, Tina and some guests make their predictions.
Were Lou, Anthony and Cassie in cahoots? Why does everyone think Luther Burden III will have a big day? Also, Tina and some guests make their predictions.
Bears Game Day Live: Tina visits a tailgate with a Cajun flair
With the Saints in town, Bears fans are staying warm with their version of Bayou cuisine. Tina Nguyen checks in with what's cooking at the tailgates.
With the Saints in town, Bears fans are staying warm with their version of Bayou cuisine. Tina Nguyen checks in with what's cooking at the tailgates.
Bears Game Day Live: Cassie goes 1 on 1 with Canadian Eagle Theo Benedet
Theo Benedet went from undrafted to becoming the Bears; starting left tackle. Cassie Carlson talks with the Canadian offensive linemen ahead of his second start.
Theo Benedet went from undrafted to becoming the Bears; starting left tackle. Cassie Carlson talks with the Canadian offensive linemen ahead of his second start.
Bears Game Day Live: Breaking down the Ben Johnson Effect
Fast starts, winning streaks and gaining optimism: Lou and Anthony break down the Ben Johnson Effect, which has the Chicago Bears playing at a high level.
Fast starts, winning streaks and gaining optimism: Lou and Anthony break down the Ben Johnson Effect, which has the Chicago Bears playing at a high level.
Bears Game Day Live: Cassie's Bear Necessities on how the Bears avoid a trap game
The Bears are looking for four in a row. The Saints are 1-5 on the year, and the Bears don't want to overlook New Orleans. Cassie Carlson gives her Bear Necessities on all the ties coming together on Sunday.
The Bears are looking for four in a row. The Saints are 1-5 on the year, and the Bears don't want to overlook New Orleans. Cassie Carlson gives her Bear Necessities on all the ties coming together on Sunday.
COLUMN: Notre Dame passes a big USC test, finding the Irish Edge that can carry them to the CFP
Saturday showed Notre Dame has found its preferred style of play that not many teams can match. That’s what Notre Dame is counting on as the Playoffs begin to draw nearer.
Saturday showed Notre Dame has found its preferred style of play that not many teams can match. That’s what Notre Dame is counting on as the Playoffs begin to draw nearer.
What we learned about Notre Dame football in its gut-check win over USC
When No. 13 Notre Dame needed a play, it made multiple. Here’s what we learned about Notre Dame in it’s gut-check win over USC.
When No. 13 Notre Dame needed a play, it made multiple. Here’s what we learned about Notre Dame in it’s gut-check win over USC.
Ohio drives past Northern Illinois 48-21 as the Huskie offense struggles
Josh Holst was 21 of 29 with 161 yards and a couple of passing touchdowns for Northern Illinois (1-6, 0-3 MAC), but five of the Huskies' first seven drives ended in punts.
Josh Holst was 21 of 29 with 161 yards and a couple of passing touchdowns for Northern Illinois (1-6, 0-3 MAC), but five of the Huskies' first seven drives ended in punts.
Northwestern shuts out Purdue 19-0 as Pat Fitzgerald makes 1st appearance at NU since firing
Northwestern delivered a solid start-to-finish effort against Purdue after a win at Penn State last week, as the 'Cats earned their first shutout since 2015.
Northwestern delivered a solid start-to-finish effort against Purdue after a win at Penn State last week, as the 'Cats earned their first shutout since 2015.
Rome Odunze on the Bears' team ceiling: 'it needs to come in November'
The Bears have won three in a row. They can make it four in a row this Sunday. Still, Rome Odunze says the Bears are nowhere near their potential.
The Bears have won three in a row. They can make it four in a row this Sunday. Still, Rome Odunze says the Bears are nowhere near their potential.
Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson's hot mic moment leaked amid UNC's drama-filled season
Footage of embattled North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson discussing graphics for a TV show has been leaked.
Footage of embattled North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson discussing graphics for a TV show has been leaked.
Jeffrey "Duke" Roufus, former kickboxer, renowned MMA coach, dead at 55
Jeffrey “Duke" Roufus, world-renowned MMA coach, founder, and namesake of Roufusport MMA Academy in Milwaukee, has died at age 55.
Jeffrey “Duke" Roufus, world-renowned MMA coach, founder, and namesake of Roufusport MMA Academy in Milwaukee, has died at age 55.