Zach Thomas Signs His Rookie Deal, Leaving Just Three Bears Draft Picks Unsigned

Luis C. Medina, who you can find on Twitter at lcm1986, has been covering the Chicago Bears at Bleacher Nation since 2017. Since then, he has written about 3 head coaches, 5 play-callers, and 11 starting quarterbacks. Previously, Luis wrote about the Cubs and MLB at BN (2015-16) and worked in the Chicago Tribune sports department (2011-16). He also co-hosted a Cubs postgame show, Outside the Ivy, in 2019.

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Center Shuffle, Bill Murray’s Birthday, Are You Watching Offseason Hard Knocks? And Other Bears Bullets

The Fourth of July holiday falling on a Thursday has thrown all sorts of schedules for a loop. Hopefully, your plans go off without a hitch. And if you don't have plans, there is still time to make them. Don't...

Jul 03, 2024

Keenan Allen Fantasy Forecast, Darnell Wright vs. Paris Johnson, 68 Days, and Other Bears Bullets

I'm thankful for friendship, birthday wishes, and a re-charged battery. Let's dance. There are 68 days until the Chicago Bears lift the lid on their 2024 NFL regular season slate of games. Using Pro Football Reference's Approximate Value metric, the...

Jul 02, 2024

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WATCH: New Hard Knocks Trailer Shows Behind-the-Scenes Look at What It’s Like to Make a Trade

The Chicago Bears' debut on HBO's "Hard Knocks" series isn't until August 6. For those of you who are keeping track at home, that is 35 days from today. In the meantime, a spin-off of the Hard Knocks series is...

Jul 02, 2024

Of Course Caleb Williams Was Named to the All-Rookie Team

NFL training camps are opening their doors later this month. As we build up to that, you can expect to see all sorts of lists forecasting the year to come. With that in mind, I reckon we'll see a bunch...

Jul 02, 2024

Arlington Heights is Making a Renewed Effort to Woo the Chicago Bears

With a lakefront project in downtown Chicago facing its share of hurdles, the folks in Arlington Heights are angling to get back into the conversation to become the next home of Chicago Bears stadium. Even though a Chicago stadium on...

Jul 02, 2024

What Caleb Williams Must Do to Re-Write the Chicago Bears Record Books

I had a wonderful weekend away with friends. But while I was gone, there was a tweet that folks were sending my way and it gave me a laugh. You probably saw it, too. Reading it got me thinking about...

Jul 01, 2024

What’s Missing From the Chicago Bears Offseason?

Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles seemed pleased when discussing his team's offseason with ESPN's Adam Schefter. "I’m really happy about it. I know our entire organization is, our scouting staff is, our coaching staff they’re fired up," Poles said...

Jul 01, 2024

Bobby Bonilla Day and the NFL, Fullback Plans, 69 Days Until Football, and Other Bears Bullets

My birthdays have been weird since the calendar flipped to 2020. But I know better than to take them for granted because I know another trip around the sun is guaranteed for no one. Here's to another one in the...

Jul 01, 2024

Around the NFC North, Braxton Jones Observations, Team Cash Flow, and Other Bears Bullets

Hitting the road after a wonderful weekend with friends. Tomorrow, we celebrate another trip around the sun. But first: A Sunday installment of BN Bears Bullets. There are 70 days until the Chicago Bears and Tennessee Titans renew acquaintances in...

Jun 30, 2024

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Sounds Like the Bears Will Experiment Using Rome Odunze in Different Positions as a Rookie

In watching the other 31 NFL teams, one things that consistently pops up is how the best squads constantly do whatever it takes to get the ball into the hands of the playmakers. Sometimes, it takes involving a player on...

Jun 27, 2024

Today’s Copa America 2024 Predictions, Picks and Odds – Thursday, July 4

There is one match on Thursday's 2024 Copa America schedule, so let's take a look at the betting odds for this match.A breakdown of the big games in the Copa America today is previewed below.Head to Fubo to watch the...

Jul 04, 2024

Angels vs. Athletics Probable Starting Pitchers – July 4

The Los Angeles Angels (36-49) visit the Oakland Athletics (32-56) on Thursday after a streak of three losses. First pitch is at 4:07 PM ET.The Angels will give the nod to Roansy Contreras (1-0) versus the Athletics and JP Sears...

Jul 04, 2024

Mariners vs. Orioles Probable Starting Pitchers – July 4

The Seattle Mariners (47-41) host the Baltimore Orioles (55-31) on Thursday following a streak of four losses. First pitch is at 4:10 PM ET.The Mariners will give the ball to Bryce Miller (6-7, 3.88 ERA), who is eyeing win No....

Jul 04, 2024

Rangers vs. Padres Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Thursday, July 4, 2024

The Texas Rangers (39-47) host the San Diego Padres (47-43) Thursday to close out a three-game series. The Rangers are favored (-160) to win the rubber match, which starts at 2:35 PM ET from Globe Life Field.Texas' Max Scherzer and...

Jul 04, 2024

Brewers vs. Rockies: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 4

The Colorado Rockies (29-57) will host the Milwaukee Brewers (52-35), in the final game of a four-game series, Thursday at 8:10 PM ET.Curious about who's in and who's out for the Brewers and the Rockies? Continue scrolling to see full...

Jul 04, 2024

Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 4

The Arizona Diamondbacks (42-44) and Los Angeles Dodgers (53-34) will battle on Thursday at Dodger Stadium, starting at 9:10 PM ET.Looking to see who's in and who's out for the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks? Keep scrolling for full injury reports...

Jul 04, 2024

Angels vs. Athletics: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 4

The Los Angeles Angels (36-49) will visit the Oakland Athletics (32-56), Thursday at 4:07 PM ET, with the Angels on a three-game losing skid.Curious about who's available to play for the Angels and the Athletics? Continue reading to get full...

Jul 04, 2024

Mariners vs. Orioles: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 4

On Thursday, the Baltimore Orioles (55-31) are visiting the Seattle Mariners (47-41), at 4:10 PM ET. The Mariners have dropped four straight.Hoping to find out who's available to play for the Mariners and the Orioles? Keep reading to get complete...

Jul 04, 2024

Rays vs. Royals: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 4

On Thursday, the Tampa Bay Rays (43-43) are visiting the Kansas City Royals (48-40), at 8:10 PM ET, in the final game of a three-game series.Looking to see who's in and who's out for the Rays and the Royals? Continue...

Jul 04, 2024

Phillies vs. Cubs Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Thursday, July 4, 2024

The Philadelphia Phillies (57-29) will look to complete a series sweep as they take a 2-0 lead into their final matchup against the Chicago Cubs (39-48) at 2:20 PM ET Thursday from Wrigley Field. The Phillies are favored (-114) by...