On defense, the 49ers enter Week 17 averaging 21.3 points per game (11th in the NFL), while the Bears are 19th at 23.6 points per game. The 49ers have the superior run defense; they rank 8th in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game, whereas the Bears are 27th.

The 49ers have a shot at the division crown and the No. 1 seed in the NFC but George Kittle remains sidelined by an ankle injury.

It is hard to say that the Chicago Bears have a defense that is elite, but is certainly should be feared by the San Francisco 49ers. At this point in the season, they know who they are and what they can do well. This is a group that can turn the football over and change the outcomes of games because of it.

The Chicago Bears effectively clinched the NFC North crown with a win over the Green Bay Packers last week. Chicago's victory also guaranteed a Merry Christmas for one Houston-area business. Manuel Rojas is the founder of Foam Party Hats and specializes in creating and distributing novelty,

The Chicago Bears clinched a playoff spot with a 22-16 win in OT over the Green Bay Packers. Colin Cowherd discusses Ben Johnson’s impact on the Bears and asks if they can win the Super Bowl.

The cardiac Chicago Bears have had no shortage of theatrics this season. They've displayed a knack for leaving fans on the edge of their seats and snatching vic

The Chicago Bears got a boost to their banged-up wide receiver corps Wednesday with rookie Luther Burden III returning to practice. He was listed as limited with an ankle injury. Fellow receiver Rome Odunze (foot),