Shaw Local's Bears Insider Podcast

Despite not making a blockbuster move over the offseason, the Chicago Bears' defensive tackles believe they can improve from last season with their new depth and dedication to fundamentals. Plus more details from Saturday's training camp practice.

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The Chicago Bears had one of the best running attacks in the NFL last season. Here's how the Bears are planning to make it more explosive heading into next season.

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The Chicago Bears signed right tackle Darnell Wright to a record contract extension. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the news and provide more training camp updates

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The Chicago Bears signed right tackle Darnell Wright to a record contract extension. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the news and provide more training camp updates.

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Over the offseason, Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles bet that he had enough on his roster to improve his struggling pass rush. Defensive end Austin Booker looked forward to proving that bet correct this season. Plus more notes from Thursday's training camp practice.

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The Bears locked up an elite tackle before the market explodes, creating a move that could look like one of Ryan Poles' smartest decisions in a few years, Marc Silverman writes

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Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright was "very grateful" the team trusted him with their four-year, $116 million contract extension and wanted to reward their investment. Plus more notes from Wednesday's training camp practice.

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Darnell Wright's deal is the biggest ever given to a right tackle in NFL history, and the $93 million guaranteed is the most given to an offensive lineman in league history

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Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III expects to have an "explosive year" during his second season, no matter how coach Ben Johnson plans to use him. Plus more notes from Tuesday's training camp practice.

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The Chicago Bears are a week into training camp ahead of a much-anticipated season. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they've learned so far, a week into camp

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The Chicago Bears are a week into training camp ahead of a much-anticipated season. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they've learned so far a week into camp.

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With one year left on his rookie contract, cornerback Tyrique Stevenson knows his future with the team could be decided over the next month of training camp practices. Plus more notes from Monday's training camp practice.

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Chicago Bears starting safety Coby Bryant left Monday’s training camp practice with an apparent injury.

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Ben Johnson shook up the Chicago Bears' culture when he took over as head coach last season. A year later, Bears players and coaches have fully embodied their head coach.

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Chicago Bears defensive lineman Grady Jarrett, 33, is preparing for his 12th NFL season and his second after signing with the Bears last March. Jarrett, who said after training camp Thursday that he feels he can play 12 more seasons, will be counted on to step up defensively.

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After never truly feeling like himself for almost a year because of injuries, Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson said he feels much better as he's heading into what he considers a contract year. Plus more notes from the Bears' fourth training camp practice.

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Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright isn't worried about not having a contract extension three practices into training camp. For Wright, it's more about when a deal gets done, not if. Plus more notes from the third practice of camp Friday

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Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze caused a stir in the spring when he said he'd have to adjust to a new normal after a foot injury last season. On Thursday, Odunze clarified it isn't as dire as it sounded. Plus more notes from the Bears' second training camp practice.

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Who wins the center job? Who becomes Caleb's favorite target? Marc Silverman breaks down the biggest questions facing Chicago

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams showed signs of growth Wednesday as he embarks on an important training camp heading into his third season in the NFL. Plus more notes from the Bears' first camp practice.

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The Chicago Bears placed defensive end Montez Sweat on the Active/Non-Football Illness and safety Elijah Hicks on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform lists Tuesday afternoon.

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Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson met with reporters on Tuesday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest as veteran players reported for the start of training camp. Here are four of the most interesting things the Bears said Tuesday.

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The Chicago Bears will open training camp this week when veterans report Tuesday and then their first practice Wednesday. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they're watching for over the next six weeks

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The Chicago Bears will open training camp this week when veterans report Tuesday and then their first practice Wednesday. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they're watching for over the next six weeks.

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After an unforgettable season, the expectations are higher for the Chicago Bears as they start training camp this week. Here are some of the top storylines to watch during training camp over the next six weeks.

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The Chicago Bears made some roster moves Saturday ahead of the start of training camp next week. The team placed Kyler Gordon, Shemar Turner, Keyshaun Elliott, Noah Sewell, Ozzy Trapilo on the Active/PUP list and T.J. Edwards on the Active/NFI list.

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams proved no stage was too big for him last season. Now Williams' continued growth will dictate just how far the Bears can go next season, which is why he's the most important Bears heading into 2026.

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Defensive end Montez Sweat had what Chicago Bears coaches considered the best season of his career last year. Sweat will once again play a major role in the team's success next season, which is why he's the second most-important Bears player in 2026.

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A nagging foot injury derailed Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze's sophomore season last year. Now as he adjusts to a new normal, Odunze will try to play up to his top-receiver potential, which is why he's the third-most important Bear for 2026.

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Despite leading the NFL in takeaways last year, the Chicago Bears missed having a lock-down cornerback who could take away team's top wide receivers. That's why a healthy Jaylon Johnson will play a pivotal role in the Bears' success next season.

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The Chicago Bears' Colston Loveland developed into one of the NFL's best tight ends during his rookie season last year. With a year under his belt, Loveland is set to take another step for the Bears, which is why he'll be the fifth-most important Bears next year.

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Left guard Joe Thuney brought his hall-of-fame approach to Halas Hall last offseason when he joined the Chicago Bears. Now Thuney's stability will once again be invaluable for the Bears as he's the sixth most-important player heading into 2026.

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Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III flashed his big-play ability during his rookie season last year. With a year under his belt, Burden's stock could skyrocket, which is why he's the No. 7 most-important Bear heading into next season.

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The Chicago Bears announced Wednesday that it will hold a training camp walkthrough at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire. The walkthrough will take place on the school’s campus on Aug. 10.

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Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright finally reached his potential last season and became one of the NFL's best right tackles during an All-Pro season. Here's why Wright will be the No. 8 most-important Bear for the 2026 season.

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State Sen. Sue Rezin said Tuesday she believes the Chicago Bears’ stadium search remains a toss-up, despite the team’s recent move to advance plans for a new stadium in northwest Indiana

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Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter faces a make-or-break season as he enters the final year of his rookie contract. Whether he can take a big step next season to boost the interior of the Bears' defensive line is why he's the No. 9 most-important player next year.

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Running back D'Andre Swift had a career year to help the Chicago Bears have one of the NFL's best rushing attacks last season. Here's why Swift will be the Bears' No. 10 most-important player in 2026.

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Jonah Jackson played an integral part in the Chicago Bears offensive line's success last season, even if he didn't earn any recognition. He'll try to do it once again as the Bears' most under-the-radar player next season.

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The Chicago Bears' signing of veteran Kalif Raymond didn't draw major headlines this offseason. But Raymond has a potential to make a big impact during his reunion with Ben Johnson, which is why he's one of the Bears' top under-the-radar players in 2026.

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