The Latest Breaking News from Roquan Smith

If Roquan Smith wants to get the record-setting contract extension he so badly desires, he’ll have to cross off items on a list longer than Matt Nagy’s old play-call sheet.

What’s next now that the Bears linebacker has ended his hold-in?

The rookie general manager didn’t flinch when his best player held out and stood his ground after Roquan accused him of negotiating in bad faith. Now Poles has to earn the respect of a player he feels has disrespected him. “My loyalty lies with the City of Chicago,” Roquan said.

CHICAGO — After missing the first 15 practices of training camp because of contract discontent and requesting a trade earlier this month, Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith returned to the field Saturday at Halas Hall.

The standout linebacker rejoined his teammates less than two weeks after requesting a trade, saying he plans to “bet on myself” this season.

Bears star LB Roquan Smith says his focus has shifted to the 2022 season, but he hasn't closed the door on a return to Chicago.

It was good news for the Bears defense as star linebacker Roquan Smith practiced for the first time this training camp on Saturday.

Smith is in a contract standoff with the team and hasn’t participated in practice since the Bears reported for training camp last month.

Matt Forte hopes the Bears get a deal done with Roquan Smith. But Forte didn't hold back when it comes to the organization paying players.

The Bears have more than three weeks until their season opener against the 49ers.

SEATTLE — The Chicago Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks 27-11 on Thursday night at Lumen Field. Here’s what you need to know about the game.