Celebrating Bears Legends in Canton
The Chicago Bears will take the field in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday in Canton, Ohio, kicking off the NFL preseason in style. Before the game begins at 7pm, don’t forget to catch the ABC7 special “Call to Canton” pregame show hosted by Ryan Chiaverini and Dionne Miller at 6:30pm on ABC7 and ESPN.
Inducting Bears Legends into the Hall
This weekend, three former Bears players will be honored with induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Devin Hurst, Steve McMichael, and Julius Peppers will be forever enshrined among the game’s greatest in a ceremony that Bears fans won’t want to miss.
Exciting Changes in the NFL Kickoff Rules
As the Bears take on the Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame Game, all eyes will be on the debut of the NFL’s new kickoff rules. With a focus on increasing the number of returns without compromising player safety, the league has implemented significant changes to the kickoff format.
Under the new rules, kickoffs will see the ball kicked from the 35-yard line, with specific player positioning requirements for both kicking and receiving teams. These changes aim to create more opportunities for exciting returns while minimizing the risk of injuries.
It’s an exciting time in Canton as the Bears gear up for the pre-season action, celebrating their legends and embracing the new developments in the game. Stay tuned for an unforgettable start to the NFL season.
