The Bear’s Den, August 19, 2025

The Bear’s Den, August 19, 2025
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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

‘Growth’ is key word for Bears QB Caleb Williams: How much has he done, how much is needed as season nears? – Chicago Sun-Times

New coach Ben Johnson has brought more accountability and clearer feedback to Williams, and he seems receptive to using that as a tool to help him improve.

Justin Jefferson will return to practice – NBC Sports

Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is set to return to the field.

Luther Burden is scary when he gets the ball — but the Bears need him to do even more – Chicago Sun-Times

On Sunday night, he caught three passes for 49 yards, including an out route that he turned up the right sideline, juking past Bills cornerback Dorian Strong.

Halas Intrigue podcast: Bears dominate Bills 38-0 in second preseason game – Chicago Sun-Times

The Bears’ starters finally got some action — and looked pretty good.

Chicago Bears: News on Soldier Field, move to Arlington Heights – Chicago Tribune

What to know about the Chicago Bears’ possible move from Soldier Field, including a new domed lakefront stadium or move to Arlington Heights.

Trending up & down after NFL preseason Week 2 (Chicago O is up), plus the latest on two Bengals pass rushers – The Athletic

Key takeaways from preseason Week 2, plus an impressive turnaround from Cincinnati’s first-round pick amid Trey Hendrickson trade rumors.

Little clarity seems possible yet on jumbled Bears tackle situation – SI

Theo Benedet held his own at left tackle against Buffalo according to Pro Football Focus, but the situation hardly appears settled at a time when it needs to be.

Brad Biggs shares takeaways from Bears’ rout of Bills – 670

On the Mully & Haugh Show, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs shared his notes and observations from the Bears’ impressive 38-0 win against the Bills in preseason action Sunday at Soldier Field.

Observations from the Bears’ 38-0 blowout of the Bills – 670

The Bears blasted the Bills, 38-0, in preseason action Sunday evening at Soldier Field, where quarterback Caleb Williams impressed by going 6-of-10 for 107 yards and a touchdown.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Report: Browns might not sign RB Quinshon Judkins until NFL investigation ends – NBC Sports

Adam Schefter of ESPN.com reports that the Browns and the 36th overall pick in the 2025 draft have yet to reach an agreement. They possibly won’t until the NFL has concluded its internal investigation.

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