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Jordan Howard Named to NFC’s Pro Bowl 2017 Roster

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been selected to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday. The Bears' official Twitter account celebrated the accomplishment while sharing the 22-year-old's statistics: Howard will replace David Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals, who suffered a knee injury in Week 17. Howard was a fifth-round pick in the 2016 draft and started the season third on Chicago's depth chart behind Jeremy Langford and Ka'Deem Carey. However, injuries thrust him into the spotlight, and he never looked back. He first broke out against the Detroit Lions in Week 4, when he totaled 111 rushing ...

Bears’ Jordan Howard Posts Franchise Rookie Rushing Record

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard's 1,313 rushing yards in 2016 marks the most for a rookie back in the franchise's history, per NFL Communications. The effort moved him past longtime Bears tailback Matt Forte's previous record of 1,238 yards in 2008. In addition to his rookie rushing record, Howard added multiple other accolades during the 2016 season. By gaining 202 yards from scrimmage in Week 8 against the Minnesota Vikings, Howard became the youngest player in team history to surpass 200 scrimmage yards in a game at 21 years, 363 days of age. He also posted the most 100-plus-yard rushing games (seven) by ...

Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Season

The Chicago Bears finished their abysmal 3-13 season with a 38-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but wide receiver Alshon Jeffery sees a Lombardi Trophy in the team's near future. "I guarantee you we are going to win the Super Bowl next year," he said after the game, per Adam Hoge of WGN Radio. Jeffery may not even be with the Bears next season, as he is set to become a free agent in March, per Spotrac. The receiver also said his future is up to his agent and general manager Ryan Pace, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. Jeffery didn't ...

Kevin White Injury: Updates on Bears WR’s Ankle and Recovery
Chicago Bears wide receiver Kevin White suffered an ankle sprain and a fractured fibula during the third quarter of Sunday's Week 4 game against the Detroit Lions. He has been placed on injured reserve, and it is uncertain if he will return this seas
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Bears vs. Lions: Full Report Card Grades for Chicago
The Chicago Bears are in a weird spot after Sunday's 17-14 win against the Detroit Lions. Chicago snapped a six-game skid, getting the first win against the Lions since 2012 to move to 1-3. But the team did so with backup quarterback Brian Hoyer unde
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Alshon Jeffery Injury: Updates on Bears Star’s Knee, Hamstring and Return
Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery was limited at practice on Sept. 29 while dealing with knee and hamstring injuries, according to Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com. However, he is ready to play. Continue for updates. Jeffery Active vs. Lions Sund
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Joique Bell to Bears: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
Veteran running back Joique Bell has found a new home. The Chicago Bears officially announced they signed Bell on Tuesday. NFL Insider Rand Getlin initially reported the move. Bell posted a picture on Instagram with the bear
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Bears vs. Cowboys: Full Report Card Grades for Chicago
The Chicago Bears showed up for the Sunday Night Football contest against the Dallas Cowboys. One might argue the positives end there in the 31-17 loss for the visitors. Sounds harsh, but the Bears entered battered, bruised and trying to throw hodgep
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Jeremy Langford Injury: Updates on Bears RB’s Ankle and Return
Chicago Bears running back Jeremy Langford suffered an ankle injury in Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys and is expected to miss multiple games. It is currently unclear when he'll return to the field. Continue for updates. Latest on
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Matt Barkley Promoted to Bears’ Active Roster: Latest Comments, Reaction
With the Chicago Bears needing insurance at quarterback, Matt Barkley has been promoted from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. The Bears announced Barkley's promotion after placing linebacker Lamarr Houston (knee) on the injured reserve list T
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Eddie Goldman Injury: Updates on Bears DT’s Ankle and Return
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Eddie Goldman suffered a high left ankle sprain during Monday night's 29-14 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Continue for updates. Goldman Expected to Miss 4 Weeks Tuesday, Sept. 20 According to the Chi
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Lamarr Houston Injury: Updates on Bears OLB’s Torn ACL and Recovery
Chicago Bears outside linebacker Lamarr Houston is likely to miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in his team's Week 2 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.Continue for updates.Houston Adds to Bears' In
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Danny Trevathan Injury: Updates on Bears LB’s Recovery from Thumb Surgery
Chicago Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan suffered a thumb injury against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, and his status is currently unclear. Continue for updates. Trevathan Will Require Surgery on Thumb Tuesday, Sept. 20 Bears head coa
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