The Bear’s Den, September 2, 2025

The Bear’s Den, September 2, 2025
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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

The Bears, and their fans, needed a truth teller. They got one in new coach Ben Johnson. – Chicago Sun-Times

Johnson doesn’t believe in sugarcoating anything, publicly or behind the scenes. He has been straightforward about the Bears’ progress and struggles so far and promises in a Sun-Times interview that he’s going to stay that way.

For the first time in a generation, the Bears’ divisional gauntlet starts early this year – Chicago Sun-Times

The Bears open their season against the NFC North rival Vikings on Monday night, then travel to face the Lions six days later. That makes a fast start even more essential than usual.

Bears WR DJ Moore focusing on ‘keeping my emotions in check’ — and producing — in 2025 – Chicago Sun-Times

Moore knew what he meant when he’d smile, or wince, or even dramatically throw himself down on the bench, during the losing streak last year. He knows now, though, that it doesn’t matter one bit what he intended.

Chicago Bears: How they’re preparing for Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy – Chicago Tribune

The lack of pro tape on J.J. McCarthy presents a challenge for the Chicago Bears defense as it prepares for Monday night’s opener vs. the Minnesota Vikings.

How Bears QB Caleb Williams views rookie year as he starts anew with Ben Johnson – The Athletic

Williams can’t forget about last season, but what can he learn from it as he works to be an expert in his new Chicago coach’s offense?

Disinterest best describes reaction of Bears to Micah Parsons – SI

The trade of Micah Parsons to Green Bay means a dangerous pass rusher to face for the Bears later this year but for now it’s long ways off.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Tom Brady: The QB position isn’t as mentally developed as it was when I entered the NFL – NBC Sports

Tom Brady says quarterbacks are physically more talented than ever, but NFL teams are so focused on the physical attributes of quarterback prospects that there’s less of an emphasis on their mental development.

KNOW THINE ENEMY

Rashan Gary expects Micah Parsons to make Packers “scary” good on defense – NBC Sports

Micah Parsons practiced with his new teammates Monday.

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