Kevin Fishbain

Senior Writer, Bears

Kevin Fishbain is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Chicago Bears. Previously, he spent the 2013-16 seasons on the Bears beat for Shaw Media publications. After graduating from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, he covered the NFL from 2010 to 2012 for Pro Football Weekly. Kevin was named the 2023 Illinois Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.

Bears camp: Early impressions of Caleb Williams and how he views his progress

We heard from Williams for the first time since practices began. He discussed where he stands and what he needs to work on.

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Bears camp: False starts hinder offense, Matt Eberflus looking for 'focus and finish'

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Bears camp: Caleb Williams steps into middle of first scuffle, fires TD in hurry-up

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Bears camp: Center battle set to heat up, defense wins the day vs. Caleb Williams

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Bears camp: Gervon Dexter preps for big role, defense stands tall in 2-minute drill

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Bears' Jonathan Owens ready to lock in and root for wife Simone Biles at Paris Olympics

The Bears employ Biles' biggest fan, her husband, safety Jonathan Owens, who says he'll "be stressed out" at the Olympics.

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Bears camp: Defense stifles Caleb Williams, Teven Jenkins' contract talks and more

The defensive line had a good day at practice with DeMarcus Walker showing off his versatility.

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Bears camp: Tyrique Stevenson's INT, Caleb Williams' deep ball, new safety tandem

We saw some good and bad from the Bears in the two-minute drill Sunday, and we heard from the starting safeties after practice.

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Bears camp: Caleb Williams' smooth start to practice, Velus Jones Jr.'s outlook for the new kickoff

Plus, Jaylon Johnson is working on his resume for his next contract.

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Bears open training camp with patience for Caleb Williams but sense of urgency on offense

The Bears want to find a groove on offense as quickly as possible to start training camp. And GM Ryan Poles feels good about the lines.

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What Eddie Jackson brings to a Ravens secondary that needed another safety

The Ravens lost their No. 3 safety, Geno Stone, in free agency and they’ve been in the market for a potential replacement.

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Bears fan survey results: 'Cautious optimism' for Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze, 2024 squad

How excited are Bears fans about their new quarterback? What do they think of the current stadium situation? Fifth annual survey results.

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Bears, No. 1 pick Caleb Williams agree to terms on 4-year, $39 million deal

The 2022 Heisman Trophy winning Williams from USC is the franchise’s third first-round quarterback in the past eight seasons.

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Meet the 2024 Chicago Bears: 89 thoughts on the roster ahead of training camp

All eyes will be on rookie Caleb Williams in training camp, but 88 other players will be competing in Lake Forest as well.

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Fantasy football breakouts for all 32 NFL teams, led by Bijan Robinson, Jameson Williams

From highly touted draft picks to less heralded veterans to former fantasy stars, these players could take a big leap in 2024.

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Chicago Bears fan survey 2024: Caleb Williams excitement, stadium questions

It's time for the fifth annual Bears fan survey, where we gauge how fans feel about the new QB and the overall state of the franchise.

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Davante Adams, T.J. Watt, Ja'Marr Chase and one non-quarterback MVP for every NFL team

L'Jarius Sneed, Micah Parsons, Will Anderson and Devon Witherspoon are among the top non-QBs who could make an impact in 2024.

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Chicago Bears mailbag: Caleb Williams' backup, position battles, edge help and 2024 expectations

What are the position battles to watch in training camp, and who could still be added to boost the Bears' roster? A pre-camp mailbag.

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CeeDee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase and one player contract worth watching for every NFL team

Whether it's Tua Tagovailoa's deal or finding the right price for Brandon Aiyuk, NFL teams have plenty work to do at the negotiating table.

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Submit your questions for Kevin Fishbain's Bears mailbag

Just as training camp approaches, it's time for another Bears mailbag. Submit questions here.

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DJ Moore, Keenan Allen among next Bears in line for new contracts

For GM Ryan Poles, decisions will come on his star receivers, Teven Jenkins, the 2022 draft class and more.

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Janee' Kassanavoid made history and found her purpose. Next up: Olympics?

In 2022, Native American hammer thrower Janee' Kassanavoid won a historic medal. Now she enters U.S. Olympic trials with a clear focus.

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Bears 53-man roster projection: Few spots up for grabs on deeper, better team

Under general manager Ryan Poles, the Bears roster has improved considerably over three years.

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Chicago Bears takeaways: Caleb Williams' summer plans, Rome Odunze's potential and more

The Bears wrapped up their offseason training program. Next up for Williams? Summer break, but he'll still find time to work.

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Chicago Bears lingering questions: Caleb Williams' camp performance? Help needed in the trenches?

The Bears are optimistic, but there are still questions on both lines. And what roster battles should we watch when camp begins?

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