Chicago Tribune

The setting at the end of a Chicago Bears season, when Halas Hall’s top decision makers field questions, generally has spawned even more questions — and punchlines — than it has provided clarity. So Wednesday morning’s session with coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles was a refreshing contrast. Coming off an 11-6 season, the franchise’s first division crown since … [Read more...] about Column: Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson already locked in on 2026. ‘We go back to square one.’

Luisangel Acuña had been on the Chicago White Sox’s radar for a long time. General manager Chris Getz described the infielder/outfielder as “a young, exciting player that plays all over the diamond, a strong defender, an elite defender, elite base runner, can make contact, very strong instincts for the game.” “To get a chance at bringing in a player like that and gain some more … [Read more...] about A closer look at Luisangel Acuña and Truman Pauley, the new Chicago White Sox acquired in Luis Robert Jr. deal

With 10 NFL teams firing their head coaches — almost a third of the league — there will be an unprecedented level of movement among the coaching ranks this winter. Each new head coach will need to hire coordinators and a dozen position coaches. In the NFL, success comes with attrition. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson knows it’s possible he could lose several assistant … [Read more...] about Ben Johnson on his Chicago Bears assistants getting opportunities with other teams: ‘I’m all for it’

Naperville Central senior guard Cooper Page’s game is played entirely below the rim. Sometimes way below it. “Cooper is one of the toughest kids I’ve seen,” Naperville Central coach Mike Wilson said. “He hits the ground more than any player I’ve ever seen.” That’s not an exaggeration. Page’s teammates readily attest to his grittiness. “It’s true,” Naperville Central senior … [Read more...] about Cooper Page’s tenacity galvanizes Naperville Central. ‘We just need a guy to put his heart on the line.’