The Bear’s Den, December 19, 2025

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

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Packers out to do everything they can to keep Bears QB Caleb Williams in pocket – Chicago Sun-Times

They’ve tried to simulate his elusiveness in practice this week and believe their best chance against him is to keep him from rolling out.

Kevin Warren’s Indiana gambit came at the wrong time — Bears fans have real football to worry about – Chicago Sun-Times

Warren’s declaration Wednesday the Bears would look outside Cook County — and even into Northwest Indiana — for a new stadium site rained on what was supposed to be the most thrilling week of the most exciting year the Bears have had since 2018.

Bears injury report: WRs Rome Odunze, Luther Burden ruled out for Packers game – Chicago Sun-Times

Odunze has missed the last two games with a foot injury.

Bears’ Indiana threat doesn’t move ball forward with Illinois Democrats for new stadium – Chicago Sun-Times

The team says Arlington Heights is still their preferred option, but they need lawmakers to pass a bill allowing them to negotiate a discounted property tax rate.

Chicago Bears: What to know about possible move from Soldier Field – Chicago Tribune

Here’s what to know about the Chicago Bears’ possible move from Soldier Field.

Chicago Bears stadium: Lawmakers skeptical of an Indiana move – Chicago Tribune

The Chicago Bears announced they will consider moving to Indiana if they can’t get the deal they want in Illinois. Illinois lawmakers are skeptical.

Jeff Joniak is still pinching himself in Season 25 as the voice of the Bears – The Athletic

When it comes to calling Bears games on the radio, Joniak’s urge to be compelling and, more importantly, prepared is a daily quest.

Injuries to Bears’ receivers could open the door for two preseason standouts – SI

The most recent bomb to go off at Halas Hall (besides the one on the stadium front) went off in the Bears receiver room.

Super Bowl winning coach calls Ben Johnson a “once-in-a-generation” coach – SI

Ben Johnson has turned virtually everyone into a believer. He earned a glowing review from someone who got it done on the grandest stage.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Ohio head coach Brian Smith reportedly fired over romantic relationship with undergrad, public intoxication – Yahoo Sports

Smith served as the Bobcats’ head coach for only 13 games.

Ricky Pearsall out of practice with knee, ankle injuries – NBC Sports

49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall did not practice Thursday, the team’s first session of the...