Bears Week 1 Preview: Rome Odunze's Status + Swift-Monangai Return | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Chicago’s Cassie Carlson and Sam Panayotovich break down all the latest storylines as the Chicago Bears prepare to kick off their 2026 season against the Carolina Panthers. The crew reacts to wide receiver Rome Odunze missing the first official practice of the year with a leg injury and what his absence could mean for Caleb Williams and the Bears' offense. Plus, they deliver encouraging injury news as running backs D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai return to the practice field, and break down how both teams match up in this Week 1 showdown.
Fox Chicago’s Cassie Carlson and Sam Panayotovich break down all the latest storylines as the Chicago Bears prepare to kick off their 2026 season against the Carolina Panthers. The crew reacts to wide receiver Rome Odunze missing the first official practice of the year with a leg injury and what his absence could mean for Caleb Williams and the Bears' offense. Plus, they deliver encouraging injury news as running backs D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai return to the practice field, and break down how both teams match up in this Week 1 showdown.
"I'm Expecting A Massive Leap" Danny Parkins Predicts Huge Year for Caleb Williams & Bears
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by Fox Sports' Danny Parkins to kick off Week 1 as the Chicago Bears prepare to face the Carolina Panthers. Parkins breaks down the massive gap between the two franchises since the trade, why Jaylon Johnson holds the key to the Bears' defense, and the growing frustration around Kyler Gordon's injury standoff. Plus, they analyze Ben Johnson's comments on Caleb Williams evolving from "goofy" to serious, what to expect from their high-powered offense, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's MVP run with the Cubs.
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by Fox Sports' Danny Parkins to kick off Week 1 as the Chicago Bears prepare to face the Carolina Panthers. Parkins breaks down the massive gap between the two franchises since the trade, why Jaylon Johnson holds the key to the Bears' defense, and the growing frustration around Kyler Gordon's injury standoff. Plus, they analyze Ben Johnson's comments on Caleb Williams evolving from "goofy" to serious, what to expect from their high-powered offense, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's MVP run with the Cubs.
Column: Wrigley Field volleyball doesn’t go as planned, but made me imagine more
Wrigley Field hosted the Big Ten-SEC volleyball challenge, and the second match of the night was suspended due to a slippery court. What I saw Sunday had me thinking more was possible around Chicago.
Wrigley Field hosted the Big Ten-SEC volleyball challenge, and the second match of the night was suspended due to a slippery court. What I saw Sunday had me thinking more was possible around Chicago.
Bears Week 1 Countdown: Caleb's Growth, Kyler Drama & D-Line Concerns | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by 104.3 The Score's Matt Spiegel and The ReKap's Nicholas Moreano to preview the Bears' Week 1 opener against Carolina. The panel breaks down GM Ryan Poles' alarming update on Kyler Gordon's PUP status, Malik Muhammad stepping into the slot, and D-line pass rush concerns. Plus, they analyze Ben Johnson's comments on Caleb Williams evolving from "goofy" to a serious leader and why Colston Loveland is primed for a massive Year 1.
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson is joined by 104.3 The Score's Matt Spiegel and The ReKap's Nicholas Moreano to preview the Bears' Week 1 opener against Carolina. The panel breaks down GM Ryan Poles' alarming update on Kyler Gordon's PUP status, Malik Muhammad stepping into the slot, and D-line pass rush concerns. Plus, they analyze Ben Johnson's comments on Caleb Williams evolving from "goofy" to a serious leader and why Colston Loveland is primed for a massive Year 1.
Bears season preview: Health, roster battles and a tough schedule
FOX Chicago's Cassie Carlson discusses the Bears’ season opener, remaining roster questions and whether the team can match last year’s success.
FOX Chicago's Cassie Carlson discusses the Bears’ season opener, remaining roster questions and whether the team can match last year’s success.
Former Red Sox manager Joe Morgan dies at 95
Joe Morgan, the former Boston Red Sox manager who guided his hometown team to two division titles, has died at 95.
Joe Morgan, the former Boston Red Sox manager who guided his hometown team to two division titles, has died at 95.
Notre Dame pulls away with strong second half to drub Wisconsin at Lambeau Field
The Fighting Irish entered this season pledging to leave no doubt about their College Football Playoff worthiness, but had to shake off a sluggish first-half.
The Fighting Irish entered this season pledging to leave no doubt about their College Football Playoff worthiness, but had to shake off a sluggish first-half.
Column: D'Andre Swift enjoyed a great camp. He can take the Chicago Bears' offense higher in 2026
D'Andre Swift has by far had the best training camp of any Chicago Bears' offensive player. Here's why he's the most important player for the Bears in 2026.
D'Andre Swift has by far had the best training camp of any Chicago Bears' offensive player. Here's why he's the most important player for the Bears in 2026.
Notre Dame football: Preview and predictions for the Irish in 2026
Here’s a preview of the Irish's upcoming 2026 season, where Notre Dame will field arguably its best team since 1988.
Here’s a preview of the Irish's upcoming 2026 season, where Notre Dame will field arguably its best team since 1988.
Illinois High School Football: Final scores and results from Week 3 statewide
Here are the scores and results from Week 3 of Illinois High School football games statewide.
Here are the scores and results from Week 3 of Illinois High School football games statewide.
Ex-NFL player, analyst Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty in assault case
Former NFL player and sports analyst Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty rather than go forward with a trial, stemming from an October 2025 fight with a truck driver outside an Indianapolis hotel, according to court records.
Former NFL player and sports analyst Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty rather than go forward with a trial, stemming from an October 2025 fight with a truck driver outside an Indianapolis hotel, according to court records.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire in December after transformative and tumultuous tenure
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is retiring at the end the year, bringing to a close her seven-plus years at the helm of the league that has been transformative and at times tumultuous.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is retiring at the end the year, bringing to a close her seven-plus years at the helm of the league that has been transformative and at times tumultuous.
Big Noon Kickoff returns with Hoosiers hosting North Texas
Rob Stone previews the Indiana-North Texas matchup, discusses Illinois’ win over UAB and weighs in on LSU’s legal battle and the College Football Playoff.
Rob Stone previews the Indiana-North Texas matchup, discusses Illinois’ win over UAB and weighs in on LSU’s legal battle and the College Football Playoff.
Bears wrap Week 0: Dan Wiederer joins to share what we learned | Chicago Sports Tonight
The Bears are slowly approaching Week 1, and broke at the end of Week 0 with potential injuries to two offensive starters. The Athletic's Dan Wiederer joins Devan Kaney to share what we've learned.
The Bears are slowly approaching Week 1, and broke at the end of Week 0 with potential injuries to two offensive starters. The Athletic's Dan Wiederer joins Devan Kaney to share what we've learned.
Adam Amin on PCA's MVP Ascension + Bregman's Surge + Caleb's Year 2 Leap | Chicago Sports Tonight
MLB on Fox and Chicago play-by-play broadcaster Adam Amin joins Fox Chicago's Sam Panayotovich from Wrigley Field to break down the intense Cubs-Brewers rivalry finale. Adam dives deep into Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic rise as an elite defensive dynamic playmaker, Alex Bregman finding his rhythm at the plate with multi-homer power, and why the Cubs boast the premier defense in Major League Baseball. Plus, Adam gives his national perspective on the NL playoff picture and shares what Caleb Williams needs to improve most under Ben Johnson in Year 2 with the Chicago Bears.
MLB on Fox and Chicago play-by-play broadcaster Adam Amin joins Fox Chicago's Sam Panayotovich from Wrigley Field to break down the intense Cubs-Brewers rivalry finale. Adam dives deep into Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic rise as an elite defensive dynamic playmaker, Alex Bregman finding his rhythm at the plate with multi-homer power, and why the Cubs boast the premier defense in Major League Baseball. Plus, Adam gives his national perspective on the NL playoff picture and shares what Caleb Williams needs to improve most under Ben Johnson in Year 2 with the Chicago Bears.
Ex-NFL player Alphonso Smith Jr. dies at 40
Alphonso Smith Jr. was drafted into the NFL in 2009 and played for the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions.
Alphonso Smith Jr. was drafted into the NFL in 2009 and played for the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions.
The best and worst-case scenarios in 2026 for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern
College football returns this weekend, and the local teams could cover each end of the spectrum. Here are the best- and worst-case scenarios for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern in 2026.
College football returns this weekend, and the local teams could cover each end of the spectrum. Here are the best- and worst-case scenarios for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern in 2026.
Not Live: Israel Idonije (Ep. 9)
FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with former Chicago Bears player Israel Idonije. In this personal conversation, Israel reflects on Super Bowl XLI, life inside Lovie Smith's training camps, building a post-football business empire in Chicago's South Loop, and how he went from dreaming of the NBA to playing 11 years in the NFL.
FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with former Chicago Bears player Israel Idonije. In this personal conversation, Israel reflects on Super Bowl XLI, life inside Lovie Smith's training camps, building a post-football business empire in Chicago's South Loop, and how he went from dreaming of the NBA to playing 11 years in the NFL.
Illinois football: Preview and predictions for the Illini in 2026
Here’s a preview of the Fighting Illini’s football’s upcoming 2026 season, where Illinois eyes to continue its line of success under Bret Bielema.
Here’s a preview of the Fighting Illini’s football’s upcoming 2026 season, where Illinois eyes to continue its line of success under Bret Bielema.
Kyler Gordon Drama + Jaylon Johnson Steps Up + Caleb & Swift's Year 2 | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson & Devan Kaney report live from Halas Hall as the Chicago Bears gear up for their Week 1 season opener against the Carolina Panthers! The crew reacts to GM Ryan Poles' puzzling comments regarding slot corner Kyler Gordon's PUP status and whether Malik Muhammad or newly acquired Clark Phillips III will take over the slot role. Plus, they analyze Jaylon Johnson's elite leadership step-up in the secondary, Dennis Allen's belief in an underrated defensive front, D'Andre Swift's explosive camp, and Caleb Williams showing a serious, highly accountable mindset heading into Year 2
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson & Devan Kaney report live from Halas Hall as the Chicago Bears gear up for their Week 1 season opener against the Carolina Panthers! The crew reacts to GM Ryan Poles' puzzling comments regarding slot corner Kyler Gordon's PUP status and whether Malik Muhammad or newly acquired Clark Phillips III will take over the slot role. Plus, they analyze Jaylon Johnson's elite leadership step-up in the secondary, Dennis Allen's belief in an underrated defensive front, D'Andre Swift's explosive camp, and Caleb Williams showing a serious, highly accountable mindset heading into Year 2