Matt Eberflus

The 2022 season was all about learning what Justin Fields can and can't do. The Bears certainly did that. Here's what went well and what didn't for the QB.

Quarterback Justin Fields isn't a finished product and it's unclear if he can reach his ceiling, Hub Arkush writes. Regardless, the Bears would be wise to trade the No. 1 overall pick.

The Bears defense finished dead last among 32 NFL teams in sacks. After a disappointing performance, big changes are likely coming on the defensive line in 2023.

Ryan Poles has plenty of work cut out for him in the coming months. Here's a breakdown of where the Bears' roster stands now. Who is under contract and who is a free agent?

Justin Fields needs more help – more receivers, more linemen. But, first and foremost, "my job is strictly get better, work on my skills at quarterback," Fields said. The 23-year-old QB is focused more on himself than anything.

With the first year of the Bears’ rebuilding project officially over, it’s time for GM Ryan Poles to infuse the roster with some true difference makers, John Dietz writes.

Hub Arkush returns to join Kyle Nabors and Sean Hammond as the guys take your questions and share their reaction to Ryan Poles’ season-ending press conference.

The losing wasn't easy. “It feels like part of your football soul gets ripped out," Bears GM Ryan Poles said. But the 2022 season was all about laying the foundation for the future. Poles believes the Bears did that this season.

Even after a resurgent season, guard Teven Jenkins knows the Bears have the cap space and draft picks to replace anyone. “I don’t ever want to be the person to say, ‘Yeah, I have a spot,’' Jenkins said. "I don’t want to do that because I always want to stay hungry."

GM Ryan Poles hit the jackpot Sunday when the Bears clinched the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 draft in pretty improbable fashion, John Dietz writes.

Jaquan Brisker reflects on his relationship with Bills safety Damar Hamlin. Plus notes on Velus Jones Jr.'s touchdown and David Montgomery's future with the Bears.

Coach Lovie Smith did his former team a favor Sunday. With the Bears' loss and the Houston Texans' improbable last-minute win, the Bears now hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 draft.

In the season finale, the Bears are taking on the NFC North division rival Minnesota Vikings. Stay here all game long for live updates.

The Minnesota Vikings have a chance to move up in the NFC playoffs while the Bears are chasing the NFL Draft's No. 1 overall pick. Sunday's game at Soldier Field might seem meaningless, there's still a lot at stake. Here's what to watch for in the Week 18 regular-season finale.

“He wants this to be his franchise,” Bears QB coach Andrew Janocko said. “He wants this to be his city." Already, Chicago is starting to dream about what could be in store for Justin Fields in 2023.