The Arlington Heights Bear’s Den, October 1, 2025

The Arlington Heights Bear’s Den, October 1, 2025
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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

Bears’ Arlington Heights stadium renderings, economic impact report released – Chicago Sun-Times

The plan for the fixed-roof dome with about 60,000 seats is designed by David Manica, the same architect who built Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, where the Bears beat the Raiders on Sunday.

Bears QB Caleb Williams vows to build on momentum during bye week – Chicago Sun-Times

At some point during the first month of the season, Williams and coach Ben Johnson have noticed something about the Bears’ offense — it was a lot easier to sustain momentum than to spark it.

Read the reports: Economic impact of a new Chicago Bears stadium – Chicago Tribune

A report focused on the economic and fiscal impact of a new Chicago Bears stadium in Arlington Heights was released by the team, projecting billions of dollars in economic activity and a nine-figure cost to taxpayers.

Bears at the bye: Ben Johnson and Co. have a lot to assess after 2-2 start – The Athletic

The Bears’ glee Sunday was warranted but requires an asterisk. “Everything feels better when you win. But we have to be truth tellers.”

POLISH SAUSAGE

In hindsight, Shedeur Sanders should have said yes to the Ravens – NBC Sports

Colorado coach Deion Sanders recently confirmed that his son, Shedeur, asked both the Ravens and Eagles not to draft him.

In 10-minute overtime, one team can win without other team getting the ball – NBC Sports

In 2025, the NFL adopted regular-season overtime rules that guarantee both teams a possession.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Week 5 power rankings: Bears moving up – Windy City Gridiron

How are the Bears ranked heading into their bye? @SamHouseholder has the week 5 power rankings roundup.

Chicago Bears Reacts Confidence Survey for Week 5 – Windy City Gridiron

Your best source for quality Chicago Bears news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

The Chicago Bears are giving me hope, and that’s a dangerous thing – Windy City Gridiron

Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams have Bears fans believing after an improbable win against the Las Vegas Raiders. Hope can be dangerous, or it can be great.

Report: Bears expected to start Theo Benedet at left tackle – Windy City Gridiron

The Bears are expected to make a change at a key position along their offensive line.

Stock up, stock down: Bears-Raiders – Windy City Gridiron

Heading into the bye at .500, @SamHouseholder has who is trending...