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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

Coach Knoche on the UChicago sideline during a home game.

How UChicago Football’s Culture Shift Sparked a Historic Season

By John Mo / November 11, 2025
Under first-year head coach Craig Knoche, the Maroons have built more than a winning record. They have built a family.
Pregame festivities before a Bears home game at Soldier Field. Courtesy of Nikhil Prasad.

Are the Bears Back?

By Caspar Bailey / October 31, 2025
The Chicago Bears have not been good for a long time. However, under new head coach Ben Johnson and young quarterback Caleb Williams, that is starting to change.
Soldier Field.

The Bad News Bears

By Henry Noonan / February 7, 2025
Why are they so dysfunctional? Can they turn things around with Caleb Williams?
A Bears fan in Chicago.

Halfway Through the Season, What’s Next for Justin Fields and the Bears?

By Shrivas Raghavan / November 14, 2023
After a slow start to the 2023 season, questions are being asked about the future of the team—and their franchise quarterback.
Jay Berwanger’s 1935 Heisman Trophy.

Brains Over Brawn: How Football Found Its Place at UChicago

By Leo Vernor / September 19, 2023
The story of the Chicago Maroons is a struggle between academic excellence and athletic prowess.
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