The Bear’s Den, July 21, 2026

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

Chicago Bears rookie outlook: Jordan van den Berg ‘took the long road’ to NFL. Can he crack the DT rotation?

Tribune article.

Caleb Williams Leading Ranking of Best Young USC Stars in NFL

I know this is the Season of the Lists™ but this is getting ridiculous.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Ryan Clark was informed of his firing during Monday’s NFL Live

That’s a whole new level of douchebaggery, ESPN

More ESPN, NFL Network layoffs are coming Tuesday

Because it’s not good enough to make 27 bazillion dollars, you need to make 27.15 bazillion instead.

Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy medically cleared

Jacob Infante is now very happy.

Broncos are expected to re-hire Michael Wilhoite

The team fired Wilhoite in March 2025 after his arrest on suspicion of second-degree assault of a police officer, misdemeanor obstruction of a police officer and misdemeanor criminal mischief. But all charges were dismissed on June 8, 2026.

NFLPA should focus its push for grass on one team at a time, starting with the Seahawks

Start with the easy ones, outdoors stadiums where grass can grow in the sun. Or what Seattle laughably calls “the sun”.

KNOW THINE ENEMY

Devonte Wyatt agrees to three-year extension with Packers

If the Packers want to overpay for a guy who is mid, who am I to disagree?

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Bears Training Camp Preview with Zack Pearson: Offense

Ben Johnson thinks D’Andre Swift has more in the tank for Chicago Bears

Training Camp Battle: WR3: Jahdae Walker vs Kalif Raymond

Chicago Bears 2026 Training Camp Position Breakdown: Defensive End

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