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Expectations High for Bears' Hester, Podlesh
Special teams have long been a strong area for the Bears. That shouldn't change this season, with a new special teams coordinator and extra pressure on return man Devin Hester and punter Adam Podlesh. Read »
Six Bears Who Have to Perform Well in 2013
Every football player is expected to perform well on every play. There are some players, though, who have a bit more pressure on their heads as they head towards the season. Here are the six Bears who have to... Read »
Devin Hester Likes New Special Teams Role
Devin Hester's role will change in 2013. After years of trying to balance receiving and returning, he will be just a special teams specialist. For Hester, that's just fine. Read »
Bears Start First Mini-Camp Under Trestman
When the Bears walked onto the field for minicamp on Tuesday, the field they played on was the same, but that's about it. Everything else was different as the players faced their first mini-camp with new head... Read »
Bear Bites: Tim Jennings' Hopeful
Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Tim Jennings' thoughts on his new coach, what could keep Urlacher away, and your chance to be a part of the Bears'... Read »
Bear Bites: Hester Happy About Change
Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Devin Hester's changes, salary cap winners and losers, and if Manti Te'o is worth drafting. Read »
Trestman Wants Hester to Focus on Returns
When Lovie Smith was fired, Devin Hester talked about retirement. With Marc Trestman in as the new head coach, Hester is part of the Bears' plans, but with a twist. Trestman sees Hester as a return man only. Read »
Bear Bites: Melton Looking for Better Contract Than Harris'
Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Henry Melton's contract, how you can play video games against your favorite Bears, and if cooler heads may have... Read »
Thanks for the Memories, Johnny Knox
The Bears released Johnny Knox on Tuesday, leaving Bears fans with questions of what if? Read »
Bear Bites: The Cutler-Hester Relationship
Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Jay Cutler's relationship with Devin Hester, a really adorable Bear Baby, and some fun football illustrations. Read »
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Football in Chicago isn't always pretty. But Chicagoans like a gritty, smash mouth style. NBC Chicago's Bears blog is much the same, rough around the edges but thrilling every time. Follow along for colorful coverage of your favorite NFC North squad.
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Photos and Videos
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The Best of Martellus Bennett's Instagram
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Brian Urlacher's Storied Career
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Fan Reactions to Urlacher's Departure
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Rahm Praises Israel Idonije For Public Service
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Devin Hester's Top 10 Touchdown Returns
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Which Man Will Lead the Bears?
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Brandon Marshall Talks Coaches, Future, Super Bowl
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Cutler Talks of Lovie's Ouster
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Marshall: 'Amazing' Experience Under Lovie
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Police, Bears' Idonije Hand Out Holiday Cheer
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What Shaped the Bears' Loss to Green Bay
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The Moments That Shaped the Bears Loss
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Six Biggest Moments of the Bears Loss to Seattle
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Game Photos: Chicago Bears vs. Seattle Seahawks
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Cutler Talks of Sunday's Win
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Game Photos: Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings
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Five Reasons the Bears Beat the Vikings
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Key Matchups: Bears vs. Vikings
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Four Reasons the Bears Lost So Badly
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Game Photos: Bears at 49ers
Authors
Maggie Hendricks
Maggie Hendricks is a lifelong Chicagoan and a veteran sports reporter, having covered football, mixed martial arts and the Olympics.
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