The Bear’s Den, May 8, 2026

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Chicago Bears rookie minicamp is underway as the team focuses on player development. Mayor Brandon Johnson is actively opposing the Bears' potential move to the suburbs.

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Chicago Bears rookie minicamp is ongoing
Mayor Brandon Johnson opposes Bears' suburban move
Bears waived cornerback Zah Frazier
Team focusing on player development and coaching
Assessing roster needs before training camp

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Brandon Johnson

Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 20: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears high fives fans following an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Solider Field on December 20, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) | Getty Images **THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL** **BEARSSSSSS** **Johnson leaves Springfield ‘determined’ after pushing for new city revenue and against Bears suburban move** Johnson is bound and determined to be the reason the Bears leave the state. Apparently. **As Bears rookies report for minicamp, team leaning harder than ever on coaching staff** Coaches up! **Bears waive CB Zah Frazier, a Round 5 pick just a year ago** Strange situation. Best wishes to the young man, I hope he gets whatever is going on sorted out. **One Player the Bears Desperately Need a Bounce-Back Season From** Just one? There’s plenty of reasons for Ben Johnson to feel good about the selection, but one area that Roush must improve is his consistency catching the football. **POLISH SAUSAGE** Dollars to doughnuts it’s KC. Speaking of KC. He stopped and asked “Did we ACTUALLY draft a raw rookie QB in the first? REALLY?” perhaps? **KNOW THINE ENEMY** I guess Jennings enjoys purple. **IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON** **SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE PAGE** *is our video home! So hit the link and help us grow that brand!* **THE RULES** ****– We strive to make our communities open and inclusive to sports fans of all backgrounds. The following are not permitted in comments. No personal attacks, politics, gender-based insults of any kind, racial insults, profanity, etc. which includes ***Bears Banter*** hosted by Bill Zimmerman, ***Bear & Balanced*** from Jeff Berckes and Lester A. Wiltfong Jr., ***Bears Over Beers*** featuring Ryan Droste and Bryan Orenchuk, ***Making Monsters*** with Taylor Doll, ***The Mac & Read Show*** from Evan McLean and Ross Read, ***The Chicago Draft Room*** with Ari Temkin and Jacob Infante, and an occasional ***T Formation Conversation*** from Lester; from Steven Schweickert is another fun one. **Click on our names to follow our Windy City Gridiron and 2nd City Gridiron teams on Twitter:**; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; : ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Like WCG on ; Like 2nd City Gridiron on . .redcircle-link:link { color: #ea404d; text-decoration: none; } .redcircle-link:hover { color: #ea404d; } .redcircle-link:active { color: #ea404d; } .redcircle-link:visited { color: #ea404d; } Powered by

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What is the current status of the Chicago Bears' rookie minicamp?

The Chicago Bears are currently holding their rookie minicamp, emphasizing player development and coaching.

Why is Mayor Brandon Johnson opposing the Bears' move to the suburbs?

Mayor Brandon Johnson is determined to prevent the Bears from leaving Chicago, advocating for new city revenue to keep the team in the city.

Who was waived by the Chicago Bears recently?

The Chicago Bears recently waived cornerback Zah Frazier, a fifth-round pick from the previous year.

What are the Bears' biggest needs before training camp?

The Chicago Bears are assessing their three biggest needs before training camp, focusing on improving their roster.

The Bear’s Den, May 8, 2026

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