Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected the newest pope, becoming Pope Leo XIV on May 8. Who knew the first United States-born pontiff would become immediate motivation for those wanting to poke fun as to why Bears' opponents usually don't have to say too many prayers on Sundays when their teams face a Chicago quarterback.

Already, with the New York Knicks and their Villanova-built team riding high up 2-0 over the Boston Celtics in the second round, Knicks fans think Pope Leo XIV's Villanova ties are a good omen. Of course, Pope Leo is originally from Chicago, and we had immediate clarity about him actually being a Chicago Cubs fan, which tracks.

The first American pope hailing from Chicago makes history as every Bears fan has the same joke. Maybe Caleb Williams can finally change a dubious record.

After helping steer the Detroit Lions' offense into one of the best in the NFL, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson took on a new opportunity as the Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bears signed first-round draft pick Colston Loveland to his rookie contract on Thursday. The Bears wasted little time locking in the tight end from Michigan after taking him with the No. 10 overall pick two weeks ago.

The Bears are taking care of business early as they signed five rookies, including first-round tight end Colston Loveland.