The Bear’s Den, June 11, 2026

The Bear’s Den, June 11, 2026
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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

With uncertainty at cornerback, Bears need Jaylon Johnson to give them stability now more than ever

The last time they were this dependent on Johnson was in 2021, when they struggled to find starting-caliber cornerbacks other than him.

Dayo Odeyingbo’s practices a ‘bonus,’ but Bears not sure of Shemar Turner’s return

Dayo is motivated!

Michael J. Fox among the fans of Bears QB Caleb Williams

That’s what NBC Sports’ Chris Simms told the Bears quarterback during an episode of his podcast, which was released this week.

Packers star Micah Parsons picks Bears QB Caleb Williams as NFL’s best player but sends warning

“I always want to see people succeed, regardless of who they play for,” he said. “I just don’t want to see you succeed against me.”

4 things we learned at Chicago Bears minicamp, including CB Jaylon Johnson continuing to make plays

Brad Biggs spills the Beans in this Tribune article.

Column: Speedy Kalif Raymond gives the Chicago Bears a more versatile dynamic in the WR3 role

Or WR4, depending.

Takeaways from Day 2 of Bears minicamp

Dropping info Bears Wire style.

Timeline for potential Darnell Wright contract extension

Soon.

Chicago Bears Minicamp: Caleb Williams Needs Teammates to Reach Goals

So say we all. And yes, I’m watching Battlestar Galactica reruns.

Bears Coach Ben Johnson Feels He’s a Better Play Caller Heading Into 2026

If so, we are all ready to see it in action.

Caleb Williams Making Sure No One Forgets This Promising Bears Rookie

Turns out the new TE3’s a baller.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Des Moines approves 50-year lease for professional soccer stadium site

See? Stadiums can and are being built in former cleanup areas.

Report: Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs agree to first NFL deal worth over $500M

I wonder if Caleb noticed…

Deshaun Watson wants a home run after Jimmy Haslam called him a “swing and a miss”

Well, Deshaun, get your head out of your ass, stay healthy and play good football. For a change.

KNOW THINE ENEMY

Eagles release Za’Darius Smith from reserve/retired list

Not sorry to see him hang up the cleats.

Jalen Hurts on A.J. Brown saying they drifted apart: I can’t challenge anyone’s perspective

I guess he couldn’t say “Brah’s a prima-donna diva” could he?

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Brian Urlacher views the ACC as celebrity golf’s major

Ben Johnson: Jaylon Johnson is a ‘vital part of what we want to do’

30 Day Challenge: Which Historical Bear Would You Place on the Roster?

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