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Sean Hammond

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Chicago Bears beat reporter for the Chicago Tribune.

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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 39m
Ben Johnson on second-year tackle Ozzy Trapilo: "We think he's really close." Asked if Trapilo could be available this weekend against Atlanta, Johnson said "there's a chance." Trapilo has not played since injuring his knee in January, but is on the active roster.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 3h
Is this the week Caleb Williams finally returns? Here's what we know as of Friday morning. Here's what to look for in this week's Bears-Falcons matchup in Atlanta. Plus, the Tribune team gives our predictions for the game.
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5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Atlanta Falcons matchup — plus our Week 6 predictions
Is this the week Caleb Williams returns? Here’s what to watch for in a Week 6 contest between the Chicago Bears and the Atlanta Falcons, plus the Tribune’s picks.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 19h
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams still faces hurdles before returning from ‘a pretty serious’ hamstring tear. Could this be the week? As for those who called him soft after the injury? “I’m always going to show emotion," he said.
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Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams still faces hurdles before returning from ‘a pretty serious’ hamstring tear
Caleb Williams is nearing a return after injuring his right hamstring, but he has yet to be cleared by the training staff. Williams was a full participant Thursday.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 21h
Caleb Williams said a hamstring injury doesn’t necessarily heal after three or four weeks. If he plays Sunday against Atlanta is it because he’s healed or because the team needs him? Here’s what Williams said.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 21h
Caleb Williams addressed all the outside talk that immediately followed his injury after he exited the field on a cart and in tears. "I'm always going to show emotion, especially when I can't be out there with the guys," Williams said.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 21h
Bears QB Caleb Williams said he doesn't know if he's playing yet this weekend against the Atlanta Falcons. "Have to go through a bunch of medical protocols," Williams said.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 22h
Perhaps notable, perhaps not, but Tyson Bagent took the second reps in individual drills today behind Caleb Williams. Here’s all three QBs.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 22h
Caleb Williams was again a full participant in practice. He will talk to the media shortly.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Was Montez Sweat off to a slow start in 2026? Yes. But suggesting that he's not an important part of Dennis Allen's defense is not accurate. Just look at the numbers. Here's what the numbers say about Sweat, and the guys who must step up in his place.
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Chicago Bears by the numbers: How do they replace suspended edge rusher Montez Sweat?
How big of a blow is losing Montez Sweat for two games? Here’s what the numbers say about Sweat’s performance — and how the Bears can replace him.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Caleb Williams is getting closer, but Ben Johnson still has not named a starter for Week 6. Plus, Johnson reacts to Montez Sweat's two-game PED suspension. That and more from Halas Hall today, with @philthompsontrib.bsky.social.
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What we learned from the Chicago Bears, including the latest on Caleb Williams and Montez Sweat
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson remained mum on his QB plans as Caleb Williams works his way back from a hamstring injury. He also addressed Montez Sweat’s suspension.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Bears captain Grady Jarrett said the team "absolutely" needs to take last week's results "personally." Jarrett said that's not the type of team they want to be. "The compete's got to jump off the tape," Jarrett said.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Caleb Williams will be a full participant on today's injury report, Ben Johnson said. Today is a walkthrough, so the injury report is an estimate.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Ben Johnson on Montez Sweat's PED suspension: "We're disappointed whenever we lose a player of his caliber for this many games." Johnson said he hasn't spoken with Sweat and he doesn't know if there will be an appeal.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
The Bears are "still working through" who will start at QB in Week 6. Caleb Williams is back at practice, but Ben Johnson said no decision has been made. Johnson did not commit to either Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum should Williams be unavailable.
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Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears are ‘still working through’ who will start at QB in Week 6
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson gave no indication Monday if QB Caleb Williams might be ready to return for Sunday’s game in Atlanta.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Between the Bears with their three quarterbacks, Atlanta's Michael Penix now dealing with a rib injury and Tua coming in last night, there's probably going to be a lot of QB nonsense ahead of Bears-Falcons.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Ben Johnson did not commit to any quarterback this week. Asked who takes the reps in practice if Caleb Williams is not available, Johnson did not commit to either Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
The Bears play Atlanta on Sunday and then New England on Thursday. Asked if having a short week plays into any decision, Johnson said, "I’m honestly not even thinking about that far. We are solely focused on today and this week."
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
No real update on Caleb Williams from Bears coach Ben Johnson on his weekly radio hit with ESPN 1000. Johnson said he didn't watch yesterday's workout at Lambeau. Williams returned to practice on Friday. “We’ll see what that means for this week or future weeks,” Johnson said.
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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Both Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum experienced the same recurring nightmare — the one in which the Bears ran into an all-too-familiar buzz saw at Lambeau Field.
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Chicago Bears bench Tyson Bagent for Case Keenum — and both QBs contribute to 5-turnover day at Lambeau Field
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
What happened to the Bears defense yesterday? Jordan Love took shot after shot down field, and a Green Bay Packer was usually on the receiving end. ICYMI: Here's a look at what went wrong.
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Jordan Love’s deep strikes for Green Bay Packers sink Chicago Bears defense in a blowout that leaves ‘scars’
Jordan Love completed six passes of 30 or more yards as the Green Bay Packers “kept our foot on the gas” against a leaky Chicago Bears defense.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Jordan Love completed six passes of 30 or more yards as the Green Bay Packers "kept our foot on the gas" against a leaky Chicago Bears defense.
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Jordan Love’s deep strikes for Green Bay Packers sink Chicago Bears defense in a blowout that leaves ‘scars’
Jordan Love completed six passes of 30 or more yards as the Green Bay Packers “kept our foot on the gas” against a leaky Chicago Bears defense.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Jordan Love today vs. the Bears, per Next Gen Stats. On passes of 20 yards or more he was 6-for-8 for 258 yards and 2 TDs.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
FINAL: Packers 31, Bears 7. The Bears fall to 3-2 on the season. They turned the ball over five times in this game. Handshake between Ben Johnson and Matt LaFleur was still brief, but seemed normal.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Matt LaFleur dials up another deep shot for Jordan Love. Love is up over 350 passing yards now.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Case Keenum is picked off near the goal line. Three INTs for the Bears today: Two from Tyson Bagent and one from Keenum.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
QB Case Keenum is in the game for the Bears now with Green Bay leading 31-7.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Touchdown: MarShawn Lloyd powers through for his second TD of the afternoon. The Packers, up 29-7, go for 2 here with 14:55 to go and get it. Packers 31, Bears 7.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Just after the Bears convert a fourth-and-4 late in the third quarter, Packers safety Xavier McKinney picks off Tyson Bagent for his second INT of the afternoon.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Now Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is doubtful with a hamstring injury. Bears are down linebacker T.J. Edwards, defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo and now Stevenson.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Cairo Santos' 43-yard field-goal try is wide left. The Bears come up empty. The Packers lead 20-7 with 8:36 to go in the third quarter.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Officially a quad injury. Odeyingbo is questionable to return.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Dayo Odeyinbgo is exiting the sideline and heading back to the locker room. Looked like a lower leg injury of some sort. Tyrique Stevenson is back on the bench with his teammates.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Are you kidding me, Christian Watson?! That was an unbelievable catch for a 53-yard touchdown. Dillon Thieneman was right there but not in position to break it up. Watson went up and got it over the rookie. Packers 20, Bears 7. 13:10 3Q
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Tyrique Stevenson is limping off slowly after that deep ball shot from Jordan Love. Malik Muhammad has moved to outside corner. Cam Lewis to the nickel.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
T.J. Edwards (hamstring) has been downgraded to OUT. D'Marco Jackson is now wearing the green dot and handling communication for the Bears defense.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Tough start for the Bears, but they're right in this thing. If you weren't watching, here's what you missed in the first half. Packers get the ball first after halftime.
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Week 5 updates: Chicago Bears fall behind quickly and trail Green Bay Packers 14-7 at halftime
The Chicago Bears (3-1) are playing the Green Bay Packers (2-2) at Lambeau Field in a Week 5 matchup. Here’s what you need to know.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson has the green dot after T.J. Edwards exited with a hamstring injury.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Touchdown: Tyson Bagent couldn't connect with Rome Odunze in the end zone on third-and-goal from the 2. Ben Johnson kept the offense on the field for fourth down and D'Andre Swift easily powered his way into the end zone. Bears are on the board.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
T.J. Edwards is officially questionable to return with a hamstring injury.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Edwards came up slow on a tackle along the sideline during the last drive. He remained in the game then had a hard collision with a Packers ball carrier on the very next play.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards was in the medical tent for a while and is now leaving the Bears sideline and heading to the locker room.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Tyson Bagent and Rome Odunze couldn't connect on third down. It's a quick three-and-out for the Bears offense. Kinda felt like a big spot where they needed to get something going there.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
That was Green Bay's first rushing touchdown of the season. Packers 14, Bears 0. 14:56 2Q
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Touchdown: Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd absolutely trucks Bears CB Jaylon Johnson at the line of scrimmage. The Packers go up two touchdowns early in the second quarter.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Xavier McKinney picks off Tyson Bagent on the Bears' second possession of the game. Green Bay will have the ball in plus territory with a chance to go up two scores early.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Or Woods may have slipped. Something was definitely a little off. That was a somewhat methodical drive from the Packers before the big-play touchdown.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Touchdown: Jordan Love connects with Christian Watson for a 42-yard touchdown. Bears LB Devin Bush was on Watson initially, then passed him off to the safety help over the top but there may have been a miscommunication there with Xavier Woods. Packers 7, Bears 0. 5:51 1Q
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
The Bears punt on the game's opening possession. Punter Tory Taylor boots one down to the 9-yard line and out of bounds. 53 yards officially on the punt.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Caleb Williams worked out on the field at Lambeau about 3 hours prior to kickoff, but he is inactive and not expected to play against the Packers. As expected, Kyle Monangai is also out Sunday. Here's the latest.
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Week 5 updates: Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams works out pregame but is inactive vs. Green Bay Packers
The Chicago Bears (3-1) will play the Green Bay Packers (2-2) at Lambeau Field in a Week 5 matchup. Here’s what you need to know before kickoff.
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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Bears inactives on Sunday vs. Green Bay: QB Caleb Williams RB Kyle Monangai LB Keyshaun Elliott DE Jamree Kromah OT Ozzy Trapilo DT Jayden Loving Williams is not listed as the 3rd QB.
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