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Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy stands before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Oct. 24, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)

Vikings committed to J.J. McCarthy as starting QB after considering Aaron Rodgers, AP source says

The Minnesota Vikings have committed to moving forward with J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback this season after deciding not to offer Aaron Rodgers a contract, according to a person with knowledge of the decision.
March 20
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tyler Johnson (18) runs with the ball past Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones (18) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)

Jets announce several free agent signings, including WR Tyler Johnson and edge rusher Rashad Weaver

March 17
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) stands with teammates before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Jan. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Jets make it official and release quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who’s now a first-time free agent

March 13
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) reacts after a touchdown pass during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)

Former Super Bowl MVPs Aaron Rodgers and Cooper Kupp hit the open market

March 13
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after recovering a fumble by Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Deals for QBs Darnold and Fields, pass rushers Williams and Sweat highlight start of NFL free agency

March 11

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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room after being sacked during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Justin Fields’ dislocated thumb adds to the uncertainty for the Bears

October 16, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. On Field's jersey is the football and No. 51 patch honoring Dick Butkus. Fields never returned to the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Bears QB Justin Fields has dislocated thumb and is doubtful to play against Raiders

October 16, 2023
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Cousins, Hicks lead way as Vikings knock out Fields, beat Bears 19-13

October 15, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks to the locker room after being sacked during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields leaves loss to Vikings with right hand injury

October 15, 2023
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson looks to catch a pass in front of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Minneapolis. The pass was incomplete. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

After snapping 14-game slide, Bears look for back-to-back wins when they face Vikings

October 13, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) throwing ball against Chicago Bears defensive end Khalid Kareem (52) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

The Bears’ offense and QB Justin Fields are showing signs of growth

October 11, 2023
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) passes the ball during an NFL football game between Jacksonville Jaguars and Buffalo Bills at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

Fantasy plays: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 6

October 11, 2023
Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) celebrates a complete pass for a gain against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Now that their 14-game losing streak is over, the Chicago Bears can breathe easier

October 6, 2023
Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory (5) celebrates a sack against Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell, not pictured, in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Broncos trade benched pass rusher Randy Gregory to 49ers in deal including swap of 2024 draft picks

October 6, 2023
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus, left, and Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera, right, embrace on the field at the end of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Landover, Md. Chicago won 40-20. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Magic Johnson chides his Commanders for ‘no intensity’ in a 40-20 loss to previously winless Chicago

October 6, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) gestures after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver DJ Moore during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Fields and Moore lead the Bears to their first win of the season, beating the Commanders 40-20

October 6, 2023
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) runs for a two-point conversion against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Wilson QB battle highlights Jets-Broncos matchup that got spicy after Payton’s ridicule of Hackett

October 6, 2023
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) passes against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Fantasy plays: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 5

October 4, 2023
Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Pro Picks: Handing the Bears their 15th straight loss won’t come easy for the Commanders

October 4, 2023
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus directs his team during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Mired in chaos off the field and winless on it, the Bears visit Washington hoping to spring an upset

October 4, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes under pressure from Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Denver Broncos part ways with pass rusher Randy Gregory after just 3 sacks in 2 seasons

October 4, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after the team's 31-28 loss to the Denver Broncos in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Fields and Howell face off as the winless Bears visit the Commanders in prime time

October 4, 2023
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus listens to a question after his team's 31-28 loss to the Denver Broncos in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Bears are a team in turmoil but the flip side to all this misery is a potential monster 2024 draft

October 3, 2023
Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson (22) celebrates with safety Delarrin Turner-Yell (32) after his game winning interception of a pass by Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. The Broncos won 31-28. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Broncos aren’t basking in victory and know they can’t stay sloppy with tough schedule ahead

October 2, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after the team's 31-28 loss to the Denver Broncos in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Chase Claypool remains in exile, the latest turmoil surrounding the winless Chicago Bears

October 2, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field after the team's 31-28 loss to the Denver Broncos in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Questionable decisions by Bears coaching staff play a role in heartbreaking loss to Broncos

October 1, 2023
Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson goes to the ground and celebrates his game winning interception of a pass by Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the second half an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Chicago. The Broncos won 31-28.(AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs, Broncos rally from 21 down to top Bears 31-28

October 1, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs with the ball as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (22) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Bears and Broncos have a chance for reprieve from losing in matchup of reeling teams

September 28, 2023
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) run the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Bears, Broncos meet in a matchup of winless and reeling teams

September 28, 2023
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen runs between Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu and cornerback Artie Burns (23) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Fantasy plays: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 4

September 27, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, left, and Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) shake hands following an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 41-10. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

At 0-3 after a week of bad news, the Bears are in crisis mode

September 25, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) runs with the ball as Chicago Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings (97) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Bears wrap up dismal week with disappointing performance in 41-10 loss in KC

September 25, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) runs with the ball as Chicago Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings (97) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Patrick Mahomes throws 3 TD passes, Taylor Swift celebrates as Chiefs rout Bears 41-10

September 25, 2023
Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (31) is congratulated by wide receiver Braxton Berrios (0) and defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94) after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Tagovailoa, Dolphins score most points by NFL team since 1966 in 70-20 win over Wilson, Broncos

September 25, 2023
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Bears general manager Ryan Poles believes the team can work its way out of its current troubles

September 21, 2023
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