San Francisco 49ers vs. Chicago Bears - December 08, 2024

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Bears logo, Bears 4-9, 1ST 0, 2ND 0, 3RD 6, 4TH 7, TOT 13

49ers logo, 49ers 6-7, 1ST 14, 2ND 10, 3RD 0, 4TH 14, TOT 38

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1:43[1st & Goal @ CHI 1] I.Guerendo rushed up the middle for 1 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

12:20J.Moody extra point is good.

12:25[1st & Goal @ CHI 7] B.Purdy pass short left complete. Catch made by J.Jennings for 7 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

What's Buzzing

Bleacher Nation Bears

Upon Further Review, the Bears Played Their Worst Game of the Ben Johnson Era on Sunday @mrooney23 🐻 https://t.co/pUhbGjBAgQ

Windy City Gridiron

Examinations abound as Chicago Bears media and fans make many, many observations about the loss to the Green Bay Packers https://t.co/LMzRlIqPXp

Niners Nation

49ers News: Still coming down from the game https://t.co/jSjdxe92XM

David Lombardi

Here are the Rams' upcoming games... vs Cardinals at Raiders vs Chargers at Commanders at Cardinals BYE vs Packers vs Chiefs at 49ers You'd think they could string a bunch of wins together, despite their many flaws. But we'll see. Atrocious special teams is brutal to overcome

Mike Haim

#Bills defeat #Rams 37-34 on 45-yd OT FG by Tyler Bass; BUF snaps 4-gm reg season OT L streak (first W since 12/10/17 vs Ind) and records first road OT W since 9/7/14 at Chi.; LAR has dropped 3 straight OT gms #NFL 1/7

beargoggleson.com•19m

One piece of data sums up just how badly Bears need Caleb Williams backIf we need more evidence of how welcome Caleb Williams will be back with everyone involved with the Chicago Bears, one data point shows it.

www.windycitygridiron.com•36m

The Bear’s Den: Bears players, coaches, managment under microsopeExaminations abound as Chicago Bears media and fans make many, many observations about the loss to the Green Bay Packers

www.ninersnation.com•57m

49ers News: Still coming down from the gameYour daily San Francisco 49ers news for Tuesday, October 13th, 2026

www.ninersnation.com•10h

Rams-Bills live discussion: Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen are poised for a shootoutA Monday Night Football thread featuring a pair of teams destined for the playoffs

www.chicagobears.com•10h

5 things we learned from Bears coach Ben Johnson in Week 5 lossAfter watching tape of Sunday’s 31-7 loss in Green Bay, Bears coach Ben Johnson on Monday spoke to reporters about the need to correct mistakes, the progress Caleb Williams is making in his recovery from a hamstring injury and more.

ninernoise.com•11h

Kyle Shanahan must swallow pride and pursue forgotten WR after Deebo Samuel injuryWith the injury to Deebo Samuel, the 49ers are down a multitude of wide receivers, and they might need to pursue an unlikely option.

www.windycitygridiron.com•12h

Bears vs Packers: Bomb’s AwayThe Packers demolished the Bears. @gridironborn and @wiltfongjr break it down here.

www.windycitygridiron.com•12h

Bears’ Ben Johnson doesn’t name a starting QB if Caleb Williams is outChicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is noncommittal on his starting quarterback if Caleb Williams misses another game.

ninernoise.com•12h

Christian Kirk's prolonged 49ers absence is more troubling after Deebo Samuel injuryThe 49ers have been without veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk since camp, and it has gotten even more worrisome in light of Deebo Samuel's injury.

Bleacher Report•13h

Caleb 'Great Job Progressing'Ben Johnson says it's still TBD if he will play in upcoming game

Bleacher Report•13h

SEA Praise Niners After Loss👀Seahawks brass call SF 'best team in football' after falling to division rival 🎥 (Schefter)

beargoggleson.com•14h

NFC North Week 5 power rankings: Bears' blowout loss flips division on its headThe Chicago Bears' blowout loss to the Green Bay Packers shook up the hierarchy of the NFC North in Week 5.

www.ninersnation.com•14h

Deebo Samuel is expected to miss a ‘couple of weeks’ with a hamstring injuryThe 49ers’ depth at wide receiver takes another hit

Bleacher Report•15h

Deebo to Miss TimeKyle Shanahan expects Samuel (hamstring) to be out 'at least a couple weeks'

ninernoise.com•15h

Brock Purdy has stout 49ers defense to thank for his new MVP standingThanks in large part to the 49ers' defense in Week 5, Brock Purdy has a whole new look to his MVP case.

ninernoise.com•15h

Renardo Green had ultimate redemption after getting chewed out by Kyle Shanahan49ers cornerback Renardo Green had a huge game in Seattle against the Seahawks which redeemed him after a poor showing last season.

www.ninersnation.com•15h

3 lessons we learned from the 49ers’ win over Seattle: The bullies are backThe 49ers took it to Seattle and sent a strong message

www.ninersnation.com•15h

Dre Greenlaw was suspended for violating the ‘principles of sportsmanship’Dre Greenlaw can appeal the suspension. If not, the 49ers will miss their starter for one game

Bleacher Report•16h

New NFL Power Rankings 📊Where the Bears stand entering Week 6 📲

Bleacher Report•1d

Penix Could Play This WeekThere's 'optimism' Falcons QB (ribs) suits up Sunday vs. Bears (The Athletic)

Bleacher Report•17h

Dre Greenlaw Suspended Game49ers LB penalized for using helmet to headbutt Seahawks' Ernest Jones IV

www.ninersnation.com•17h

Brock Purdy shares best odds for MVP with an AFC quarterbackThe 49ers won in Seattle and the quarterback shares the best MVP odds in the league. The haters will need a new argument

Bleacher Report•18h

Packers Safety Hyped For LaFleurXavier McKinney wanted to deliver big performance vs. rivals (The Athletic)

www.ninersnation.com•18h

49ers unsurprised as defensive youth movement pays huge dividends in SeattleThe most stunning aspect of the 49ers’ thrilling win in Seattle was the performance of their very youthful defense.

www.ninersnation.com•18h

Gracen Halton shines brightest for the 49ers’ defense against the SeahawksCan you guess this week’s 3 stars for the 49ers?

Bleacher Report•19h

NFL Week 5 QB Grades 🔠Report card for Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum 📲

beargoggleson.com•19h

Bears' loss to Packers becomes worse with gut-punch injuries they couldn't affordThe Chicago Bears' embarrassing loss to the Green Bay Packers is one thing, but now the team will have to hope the defensive injuries are not long-term.

www.windycitygridiron.com•19h

10 Bears Takes: Packers Week was a disaster, a Caleb Williams return, and moreSunday’s disaster in Green Bay was a sobering fall from grace, but it should be taken for what it is: just 1 game. Here are @AaronLemingNFL’s takes.

www.windycitygridiron.com•19h

Bears vs. Packers: Inside the Snap Counts, Stats, and Jordan Love’s ExplosivesHere are the Bears’ snap counts, individual stats, and some team stats from their disappointing loss to the Packers in Green Bay.

Bleacher Report•20h

49ers Troll Seahawks ☕Subtle shot at the coffee capital of America. Tap to watch 🎥

ninernoise.com•21h

Mike Evans' confession about Trevon Diggs troll makes the whole thing even funnierMike Evans hilariously trolled Trevon Diggs in the 49ers' win over the Seahawks, but what he said after the game may make it even more comical.

www.ninersnation.com•21h

49ers vs. Commanders odds: Bookmakers are expecting a shootout on Monday Night FootballThe 49ers are large favorites in Week 6

beargoggleson.com•21h

Jaylon Johnson showcased why Bears can no longer trust him in the secondaryChicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson is only proving one thing to the team: he can't be trusted as the CB1 anymore and change has to come.

Bleacher Report•1d

Mike Evans Trolls Seahawks DB 😅Had to double check who was talking. Tap to watch 🎥

beargoggleson.com•22h

Roschon Johnson revealed just how much the Bears need Kyle MonangaiRoschon Johnson made Bears fans miss Kyle Monangai greatly in Chicago's Week 5 loss to the Packers.

www.windycitygridiron.com•22h

Bears falter on both sides of ball in blowout loss to PackersThe Bears fell apart on both sides of the ball against the Packers, and @jacobinfante24 shares his notes from the game.

ninernoise.com•23h

John Lynch has no choice but to get 49ers another WR after Deebo Samuel injuryThe San Francisco 49ers lost wide receiver Deebo Samuel on Sunday to a hamstring injury, leaving general manager John Lynch's hands tied.

beargoggleson.com•23h

Ben Johnson quickly opened the door for Caleb Williams' return after loss to PackersAfter the Bears' loss to the Packers, Ben Johnson wasted no time hinting at Caleb Williams' potential return.

beargoggleson.com•1d

2 winners (and 4 losers) from Bears' horrendous loss to Packers in Week 5It was hard to find many winners, but there are some clear losers from the Chicago Bears' 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 5.

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

The Bear’s Den: Bears backup QBs not up to task against Green BayIt was a rough day at the office for the Chicago Bears as they took on the Green Bay Packers.

www.ninersnation.com•1d

Golden Nuggets: Victory Monday + Go BillsYour daily San Francisco 49ers news for Monday, October 12th, 2026

Bleacher Report•4d

NFL Season Shaping Up To Be Unpredictable 🗣️2 of the hottest teams come back down to Earth. 10 squads are now 3-2 before MNF 📲

ninernoise.com•1d

49ers beat Seahawks at their own game in massive win over division rivalsThe 49ers stormed into Lumen Field and flipped the script on the Seattle Seahawks.

www.ninersnation.com•1d

49ers beat the Seahawks on the road to be undefeated through five weeks and 3-0 in the NFC West; today was a good dayIt wasn’t pretty, but it rarely is. The 49ers are undefeated and have 3 NFC West wins in that.

ninernoise.com•1d

Mike Evans' hilarious troll of Trevon Diggs was icing on the cake in huge 49ers victoryMike Evans had a massive game for the 49ers against the Seahawks, and he made sure to put washed-up cornerback Trevon Diggs in his place.

www.ninersnation.com•1d

3 quick takeaways from the 49ers win over the Seahawks: Game of the Year candidate?The 49ers gutted out a big win in the clutch.

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Bears vs. Falcons odds: Opening lines for Week 6 matchupHere are some early odds for the Bears and Falcons game in Atlanta.

▶️ Mike Evans Legacy Game

Watch the full game recap from the 49ers 32-29 win over the Seahawks 🎥

www.ninersnation.com•1d

49ers win a thriller over the Seahawks to remain undefeatedWhat a game

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Chicago Bears Injury Update: Caleb Williams is ‘on track’ and ‘close’Chicago Bears starting QB Caleb Williams worked out this morning and appears close to returning to the lineup. @wiltfongjr has the latest here.

Bleacher Report•1d

49ers Beat Seahawks in THRILLER 🍿SF, Purdy moves to 5-0 to widen gap in NFC West

Deebo Ruled Out for SEA Game

FOX Sports: NFL

@NFLonFOX

Deebo Samuel has been ruled OUT with a hamstring injury, per Tom Rinaldi

beargoggleson.com•1d

Bears' loss perfectly summed up with Ben Johnson-Matt LaFleur postgame handshakeThe Ben Johnson-Matt LaFleur postgame handshake perfectly epitomized the Bears' Week 5 loss to the Packers.

Bleacher Report•1d

Greenlaw Ejected for Headbutt49ers LB disqualified after sideline scuffle with Ernest Jones IV

Bleacher Report•1d

Packers LB Rips Luther Burden 🗣️Zaire Franklin adding more fuel to heated rivalry

Bleacher Report•1d

Ben Johnson Reacts to Loss 🥊Bears HC keeps it blunt after falling to rivals

CMC Rushes It In 💨

San Francisco 49ers

@49ers

CMC seals the deal 🔥 📺: FOX

▶️ Bears Full Game Recap

Bagent, Keenum play poorly in Lambeau. Watch highlights

beargoggleson.com•1d

Caleb Williams can't return any sooner after Tyson Bagent's dud day in Bears lossThe Chicago Bears suffered an embarrassing loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 5, thanks to an ugly Tyson Bagent game. Caleb Williams can't come back quicker.

www.chicagobears.com•1d

Game Recap: Bears fall to Packers in Green BayThe Bears gave up touchdowns on the Packers’ first two possessions in Sunday’s NFC North showdown and were unable to overcome the early 14-0 deficit in a 31-7 loss at Lambeau Field.

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Green Bay Packers rout the Bagent-led Chicago Bears in LambeauGreen Bay Packers rout the Bagent-led Chicago Bears in Lambeau

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Late Sunday and SNF Open Thread!Talk about all the late Sunday games with us right here!

Purdy ➡️ Evans for 6

San Francisco 49ers

@49ers

On the board first in Seattle 😤 📺: FOX

Bleacher Report•1d

Packers Dominate Bears 😮‍💨Stats, highlights and more from Green Bay's 31-7 win 📲

Bleacher Report•1d

Bagent Benched vs. PackersCase Keenum comes in and throws a pick. Tap to watch 🎥

49ers' Week 5 Inactives

San Francisco 49ers

@49ers

Mykel Williams and Upton Stout are active for Week 5. Full @SutterHealth inactives: https://t.co/mlhJfJWREt

Swift Gets Beard on Board 💪

NFL

@NFL

D'Andre Swift scores on a fourth down! @CHIvsGB on FOX/FOX One Stream on @NFLPlus

www.ninersnation.com•1d

3 keys to a 49ers win over the Seahawks: Is this the Brock Purdy revenge game?The 49ers are underdogs on the road on Sunday.

ninernoise.com•1d

Is Mykel Williams making his season debut? Latest 49ers injury news and matchups49ers edge rusher Mykel Williams could return on Sunday against the Seahawks in a divisional game with numerous storylines.

Bleacher Report•1d

Updates from EVERY NFL GameFollow along for all the action from the slate 📲

Bears' Week 5 Inactives

Chicago Bears

@ChicagoBears

Inactives for #CHIvsGB:

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Bears-Packers Inactives: Caleb Williams and Ozzy Trapilo still outFull list of inactive players for the Bears and Packers from @wiltfongjr.

beargoggleson.com•1d

Bears Week 5 inactives: Caleb Williams officially ruled out against PackersThe Chicago Bears have announced their inactives for their Week 5 game against the Green Bay Packers, and once again, Caleb Williams is out.

Bleacher Report•1d

Bears' Ditka Helmet Decal 🧡Chicago honoring legend vs. Packers. Tap to see 📸

www.windycitygridiron.com•1d

Chicago Bears vs Green Bay Packers Week 5 Pregame Live Message BoardWCG’s pregame show recaps the Bears’ win over the Jets and previews today’s game against the Packers.

www.ninersnation.com•1d

49ers’ unheralded D-Line is buying them a valuable luxuryThe 49ers are getting healthier on a defensive line that has held up well without key players.

www.ninersnation.com•1d

Game thread: More London football and a battle of Shanahan DCsA game thread for Eagles-Jaguars in London and the lengthy 10 a.m. slate.

beargoggleson.com•1d

Caleb Williams update puts him in line for triumphant return in Bears' Week 6 gameChicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has been out since Week 2, but it looks like he is poised to make his return in Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons.

Bleacher Report•1d

EVERY Fantasy Football UpdateLatest injury news and lineup advice for Week 5 📲

beargoggleson.com•2d

6 Bears X-factors that can affect results of Packers Week 5 showdownThe Chicago Bears have six players who can directly impact their Week 5 game against the Green Bay Packers. Their performances could win or lose the game.

www.ninersnation.com•2d

Golden Nuggets: Game DAYYour daily San Francisco 49ers news for Sunday, October 11th, 2026

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Bears vs. Packers: How to watch and listen, previews, odds, and moreHere’s everything you need to know about the Bears-Packers game.

Bleacher Report•2d

CMC, Culpo Welcome Baby 👶49ers RB and wife celebrate birth of second child 📸

www.ninersnation.com•2d

49ers release veteran defensive lineman after roster moves on SaturdayThe Niners are moving on from a veteran defensive lineman after one week.

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Chicago Bears vs Green Bay Packers - Game Picks and PredictionsThe WCG crew makes their picks and predictions for the Bears vs. Packers game.

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Chicago Bears activate Noah Sewell from the PUP listThe Bears have activated a player from the PUP list! No, not that one… @wiltfongjr has the details here.

beargoggleson.com•2d

Bears' run game could exploit Packers' big weakness on defense in Week 5The Chicago Bears' offense is going into Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers shorthanded, but can Ben Johnson's offense exploit this obvious weakness?

Seahawks Elevate Trevon Diggs

Seattle Seahawks

@Seahawks

We've signed CB Trevon Diggs off of the practice squad ahead of Week 5. Read more » https://t.co/fw6y0qPKyG

beargoggleson.com•2d

Bears fill out 53-man roster for Week 5 by activating Noah Sewell from PUP listThe Chicago Bears have activated a defensive player to fill the open spot on their 53-man roster, but not the one everyone assumed.

www.ninersnation.com•2d

Mykel Williams is officially backThe Niners have officially activated Mykel Williams to make his season debut.

www.chicagobears.com•2d

Checking in from Cardiff: Postcards with Zach Miller | Saturday, Oct. 10The Bears are across the pond for the UK Grand Tour, which features brand pop-ups and fan activations in five cities across all four United Kingdom nations. Former Bears tight end Zach Miller joined the Bears in Cardiff, Wales, for the second stop of the

ninernoise.com•2d

49ers' defense forced Sean Payton to reassert control over Broncos offenseThe San Francisco 49ers shut down the Denver Broncos so bad that Sean Payton had to take over play calling duties, which should only give them more confidence.

www.chicagobears.com•2d

Roster Moves: Chicago Bears activate Noah Sewell, elevate Zavier ScottThe Chicago Bears announced that the club has activated linebacker Noah Sewell from Reserve/PUP. The Bears have also elevated running back Zavier Scott from the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers.

www.chicagobears.com•2d

Game Preview: Bears at Packers | 2026 Week 5The Bears will look for their third straight victory and to improve to 4-1 Sunday when they visit the rival Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Chicago Bears @ Green Bay Packers: Week 5 Players to WatchTake a look at @BryanOrenchuk’s players to watch for Green Bay as Chicago travels to Lambeau Field for the 214th meeting between the two franchises.

beargoggleson.com•2d

Bears might be closer to a Khalil Mack trade than fans expectedThere has been a lot of talk about the Chicago Bears potentially having a reunion with Khalil Mack, but that might actually become a reality.

www.ninersnation.com•2d

NFL predictions: 49ers and Seahawks feel like a low-scoring gameIt’s a day for the 49ers linebackers

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Who would shock you as a Chicago Bears Trade Target?Ryan Poles has usually played it safe around trade deadlines, but he might still shock fans. What would that look like?

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Tyson Bagent to start for the Chicago Bears, unless he doesn’tAll signs point to the Chicago Bears starting Tyson Bagent again, but Caleb Williams’ questionable game status does make things interesting.

www.ninersnation.com•2d

That one time Kyle Shanahan forgot about Jaxon Smith-NjigbaThe 49ers head coach saw the Seahawks receiver at a Pro Day and forgot his name. His GM had to remind him.

Bleacher Report•1d

Caleb Williams Making ProgressBears QB could return within 'next several weeks' (Pelissero)

beargoggleson.com•2d

5 bold predictions as Bears look to keep rolling against hated PackersThere are five predictions for the Chicago Bears as they enter their Week 5 showdown against the Green Bay Packers in a new chapter in the rivalry.

Bleacher Report•2d

Bears May Trade for MackPotential reunion possible 'if both teams continue on their respective trajectories' (The Athletic)

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Bears Discussion: Packers preview, 2027 NFL Draft QB prospects, DFS, and moreTune in to the latest edition of Bears for Breakfast as the guys preview Bears-Packers!

ninernoise.com•2d

Deebo Samuel is 49ers' not-so-secret weapon they didn't have last time vs. SeahawksThe San Francisco 49ers are looking to avoid a repeat of their last game on the road against the Seahawks, and they need Deebo Samuel to step up.

www.windycitygridiron.com•2d

Chicago Bears Week 5 Flashbacks: Sweetness hits 100, an NFL Record is set, and a win in LambeauHop aboard the Gridiron Time Machine with @iamcogs and take a trip down Week 5 Bears memory lane!

beargoggleson.com•2d

Bears' special teams still waiting for return on investment The Chicago Bears have invested in their special teams kick-return unit for the 2026 season, yet they have not seen results in four games.

Bleacher Report•2d

Hurricane May Affect NFL GamesForecast updates for biggest matchups around the league 📲

beargoggleson.com•3d

Bears news roundup: Kyle Monangai's injury, Kyler Gordon's status, Bagent QB1In case you missed any notable Chicago Bears news this week, we've got it all right here.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

Golden Nuggets: One more sleep until the game of the year (so far)Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Saturday, October 10th, 2026

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Bears-Packers Franchise ConnectionsBefore the Bears play the Packers, @jacobinfante24 shares the connections between the two teams’ rosters and coaches:

www.chicagobears.com•3d

Bears coach Ben Johnson pays tribute to Mike DitkaBears coach Ben Johnson opened his press conference Friday by extending his condolences to Hall of Famer Mike Ditka’s family following his passing, describing Ditka as “the gold standard” and “a legend.”

ninernoise.com•3d

Brock Purdy's worst game of 2026 is still evidence he's deserving of MVP awardWe're roughly a quarter of the way into the season, and one of the hot names for the MVP award is Brock Purdy.

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Chicago Bears-Green Bay Packers: Keys for a Chicago victoryThe Bears are favored against their rival team. Our crew has the keys to the game.

www.chicagobears.com•3d

Injury Update: Bears RB Kyle Monangai ruled out, QB Caleb Williams questionable for Packers gameBears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out of Sunday’s game in Green Bay with a toe injury, while quarterback Caleb Williams returned to practice Friday on a limited basis for the first time since hurting his hamstring Sept. 20 versus the Vikings

ninernoise.com•3d

49ers injury report vs. Seahawks includes best-possible Mike Evans newsThe 49ers don't have be concerned whether or not Mike Evans will be healthy enough to play in a pivotal Week 5 showdown against the Seahawks.

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Bears at Packers: 3 Props to PlayThe Chicago Bears head to Wisconsin to face the Green Bay Packers. Here are 3 props to play involving Luther Burden, D’Andre Swift, and Marshawn Lloyd.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

Which personnel splits have been the most successful for the 49ers in 2026?The 49ers have been efficient in any personnel grouping

www.ninersnation.com•3d

Mike Evans isn’t on the injury report; Upton Stout misses practice again49ers HC Kyle Shanahan said the plan is to activate Mykel Williams

Bleacher Report•3d

NFL Fantasy Injury Roundup 🤕❌ Lamar, Saquon OUT 📈 Daniels expected to play 📲 More on Week 5

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Who should the Chicago Bears avoid at the trade deadline?Rumor has it that Chicago is going to make a move before the trade deadline. Who should the Bears avoid if this is the case?

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Bears vs. Packers Injury Report: Kyle Monangai Out, Caleb Williams QuestionableBears got good news today with Caleb Williams returning to practice, but bad news with Kyle Monangai ruled out. @wiltfongjr has more here.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

49ers release Ogbo OkoronkwoThe 49ers just made their corresponding roster move to activate Mykel Williams

Bleacher Report•3d

NFL World Honors Mike Ditka 🙏Praise pours in for Hall of Famer after his passing 📲

www.chicagobears.com•3d

Chicago, former players, media pay tribute to Mike DitkaWhen news of Mike Ditka's passing broke Friday, former Bears players, media personalities and others took to social media to pay tribute to the Hall of Fame coach and tight end.

ninernoise.com•3d

49ers need only look back to 2023 to not get too cocky over perfect start to seasonThe 49ers are off to a great start this season, but history has shown that doesn't mean this season will be smooth sailing by any stretch.

Bleacher Report•3d

Juszczyk's Pokemon Lineup 🏈49ers FB weighs in on viral trend 📸

beargoggleson.com•3d

Bears' final Week 5 injury report: Caleb Williams finally practices & is questionableAfter being out for almost three weeks from practice, the Chicago Bears finally saw Caleb Williams work out for the first time since his hamstring injury.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

5 matchups to watch in 49ers-Seahawks: The 1 player Brock Purdy should avoidHighlighting 5 players to watch on the Seahawks. The 49ers should attack a couple of them.

Bleacher Report•3d

Kyle Monangai Out Week 5Bears RB (thumb/toe) will not play vs. Packers

beargoggleson.com•3d

Kyle Monangai being ruled out of Bears-Packers raises the stakes for D'Andre SwiftChicago Bears running back Kyle Monanagi is officially ruled out for the Green Bay Packers game, which means that D'Andre Swift has to step up to the plate.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

5 takeaways from coordinators: Mykel Williams gives the 49ers ‘a lot of juice’The biggest takeaways from Week 5 of the San Francisco 49ers coordinators

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

NFL predictions: Can the Bears keep it up against a beat up Packers team?The Bears and Packers always keep things interesting. Can the Bears keep pace in the NFC North?

www.ninersnation.com•3d

The 49ers are running into the stingiest defense in the NFLThree numbers to watch heading into Week 5 between the 49ers and Seahawks

www.chicagobears.com•3d

Bears legend Mike Ditka passes away at 86Affectionately known as “Iron Mike” and “Da Coach,” Mike Ditka revolutionized the tight end position during a Hall of Fame playing career with the Bears and later led the franchise to a Super Bowl championship as head coach. Ditka’s family announced Frida

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

NFL Icon Mike Ditka passes away at 86The Chicago Bears and the NFL lost a true legend of the sport today with the passing of Mike Ditka at 86.

beargoggleson.com•3d

Bears legendary coach and TE Mike Ditka passed away at the age of 86Legendary Chicago Bears head coach Mike Ditka has passed away at the age of 86. He was most known for helping the team win the Super Bowl in 1985.

www.ninersnation.com•3d

Why the 49ers likely won’t shadow Jaxon Smith NjigbaThe 49ers aren’t likely to put Deommodore Lenoir on Seattle’s star receiver.

ninernoise.com•3d

3 reasons why 49ers will beat Seahawks in Week 5 (and 3 reasons they won't)In a pivotal matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, the 49ers boast certain advantages that could put them over the top.

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Hunting Explosives: Revisiting the Bears’ Big Plays from Week 4Breaking down the Chicago Bears’ explosive plays highlighted by Rome Odunze, Kyle Monangai, and Luther Burden.

Bleacher Report•3d

Mike Ditka Dies at 86Hall of Famer and football legend led Bears to Super Bowl XX win

www.windycitygridiron.com•3d

Bears at Packers Q&A: We asked ChatGPT since our sister site is running scaredHere’s our Bears-at-Packers Q&A, but ChatGPT answered our questions because our requests to ACME Packing Company went unanswered!

beargoggleson.com•3d

Tyson Bagent can't afford to mess around with Packers' pass defense in Week 5Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent got very lucky in Week 4 with multiple picks called back, but he may not be so if he does it against the Green Bay Packers.

www.windycitygridiron.com•4d

The Bear’s Den: Green Bay Packers Sunday, let’s do this!The Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers will renew the NFL’s oldest rivalry, but this time feels different to fans of both teams.

beargoggleson.com•4d

Kyle Monangai's injury might put Roschon Johnson front & center in Bears-Packers gameThings are not quite looking good for Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai, which might open the door for Roschon Johnson to play more in Week 5.

beargoggleson.com•4d

Malik Muhammad has quickly and fully embraced Bears-Packers rivalryOut of nowhere, we now know that Chicago Bears rookie cornerback Malik Muhammad is already all in on the rivalry with the Packers.

www.ninersnation.com•4d

Golden Nuggets: Connor Colby might be faster than the Blue AngelsYour daily San Francisco 49ers news for Friday, October 9th, 2026