Stories by ann kreiter

Bears Lose to Lions 24-20

Cutler’s 3 INT’s doom Bears in season finale

Matt Forte provided his usual dose of highlights. But the result was all too familiar – another home loss for the Bears. James "Big Cat" Williams joins us with his season-ending analysis. 

Bears Beat Bucs 26-21

Improved defense helps snap 3-game skid

Undrafted rookies Jonathan Anderson, Harold Jones-Quartey and John Timu all made key defensive plays to help the Bears notch their sixth win of the season over Lovie Smith's Buccaneers. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins us with his take on the game.

Bears Fall 38-17 to Vikings

Lose third straight, out of playoff contention

A miserable afternoon for Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears. James "Big Cat" Williams joins us with his take on the Bears ninth loss of the season. 

Bears lose to Washington 24-21

Gould misses another late-game field goal

Another missed kick by Robbie Gold, another missed opportunity for the Bears. James "Big Cat" Williams is here to break down the Bears eighth loss of the season. 

49ers Stun Bears 26-20 in Overtime

Playoff hopes dim one week after upsetting Packers

The loss drops the Bears to 5-7 and makes their playoff hopes statistically improbable – though not completely impossible – with four games remaining in the regular season. Join us for analysis with James "Big Cat" Williams.

Broncos Beat Bears 17-15

Missed opportunities doom Bears

Running back Jeremy Langford gives the Bears hope. But that feel-good moment was quickly extinguished Sunday at Soldier Field. James "Big Cat" Williams is here with his take on the Bears loss to the Broncos.

Bears Pound Rams 37-13

Langford and Miller Deliver Big Again 

A career day for Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and tight end Zach Miller in the defeat of the St. Louis Rams. James "Big Cat" Williams is here with his take on the Bears fourth win of the season. 

Bears Beat Chargers 22-19

Cutler leads late comeback, Miller makes amazing TD catch

An unlikely hero in the Bears come-from-behind thriller in San Diego. James "Big Cat" Williams is here with his take on the Bears third win of the season. 

Bears Blow Lead, Lose to Vikings 23-20

Defensive Miscues Doom Bears in Final Minutes

On a day quarterback Jay Cutler continued his solid play and a patchwork offensive line managed to provide him decent protection, it was the Bears defense that ruined the mood at sunny Soldier Field. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins us for his take on the game.

Lions Beat Bears 37-34 in Overtime

Bears enter bye week on losing note

In a game both thrilling and frustrating the Bears and Lions traded the lead five times, needed overtime to decide the outcome and left fans of each team scratching their heads. The previously winless Lions looked more capable than their record indicated, while the Bears offense seesawed between potent and ineffective. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins us for his take on the game.

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford

Chicago Bears Preview: Lions Beat Reporter on Bears-Lions Matchup

Dave Birkett covers the Lions for the Detroit Free Press. He gives us his take on the winless Lions in advance of Sunday’s game at Ford Field.

Bears Beat Chiefs 18-17

Cutler leads Bears to second straight win

The Chicago Bears improved to 2-3 after another come-from-behind win, this time on the road at noisy Arrowhead Stadium. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins Ann Kreiter to give us his take on the game.

Bears Beat Oakland 22-20

Gould's late field goal seals first win

Jay Cutler returns from a hamstring injury to lead the Bears over the Raiders. James "Big Cat" Williams is here to break down the Bears first win of the season.

Seahawks Blank Bears 26-0

Chicago Bears 0-3 for first time since 2003

Quarterback Jimmy Clausen fell to 1-11 in 12 career starts after failing to lead the Bears into the red zone at CenturyLink Field. Starting in place of the injured Jay Cutler, Clausen didn't make any big mistakes but also couldn't generate any big plays. 

Cardinals Blast Bears 48-23

Bears fall to 0-2, Jay Cutler injured

The Carson Palmer-led Cardinals marched convincingly through Soldier Field on Sunday, with the Bears defense hardly able to break their stride. The Bears had never given up as many as 48 points in a home game – until now. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins Ann Kreiter to give us his take on the second game of the season.

Marshawn Lynch of the Seattle Seahawks

Chicago Bears Preview: Seattle Columnist on Seahawks, Bears Matchup

Football columnist Bob Condotta covers the Seahawks for the Seattle Times. He gives us his take on the Seahawks in advance of next Sunday’s game against the Bears.

Carson Palmer

What Chicago Bears Fans Can Expect from Arizona Cardinals

Craig Morgan, a Chicago native and Arizona sports reporter, covers the Cardinals for arizonasports.com. He gives Chicago Tonight his take on what Bears fans can expect from the Cardinals Sunday at Soldier Field, after their season-opening win over the Saints.

Chicago Bears Lose Season Opener to Green Bay Packers 31-23

Former Bear James 'Big Cat' Williams on the Packers Win at Soldier Field

The outcome was as expected: the Super-Bowl caliber Green Bay Packers beat the rebuilding Chicago Bears in the season-opener at Soldier Field. But the Bears ability to effectively run the ball, limit penalties, and run a more up-tempo offense surpassed most fans' expectations. Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams gives us his take on the first game of the season. Also, don't miss our preview of next Sunday's game with Craig Morgan, a Chicago native and Arizona sports reporter.

“Big Cat” Williams on the NFL Draft

Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams joins us to discuss the Bears draft picks, and give us his take on Chicago hosting the NFL Draft.

Major Changes at Halas Hall

Bears GM & Head Coach Fired

The Chicago Bears fire General Manager Phil Emery and head coach Marc Trestman after a disastrous 5-11 season.

"Big Cat" Williams on Bears' 20-14 Loss to Lions

Former Bear James "Big Cat" Williams breaks down the Bears' fourth straight loss, this one coming at home to playoff-bound Detroit.

"Big Cat" on Bears' 31-15 Loss to Saints

The Chicago Bears lost their third straight game, with their offensive freefall on full display for a nationally televised audience. James "Big Cat" Williams gives us his take on Jay Cutler's poor performance, and the defense's inability to stop Drew Brees.

"Big Cat" Williams on Bears' 21-13 Win Over Bucs

The Bears rebound from a lackluster first half to beat Lovie Smith's Buccaneers. James "Big Cat" Williams recaps the defense's four takeaways, and Jay Cutler's interception-free performance.

“Big Cat” Williams on Bears vs. Vikings

The Bears snapped a 3-game losing streak, and earned their first home win of the season, with a 21-13 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.  

"Big Cat" Williams on the Bears' 55-14 Debacle in Green Bay

The Bears' season sunk to a new low in Sunday's primetime loss to the Packers.