The nominees for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, which recognizes a player's commitment to making an impact off the field, were released Tuesday. One player from each team is nominated ...

On Friday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the launch of the Awards of Character program. This new program is inspired by the Chicago Bears’ legendary running back, Walter “Sweetness” Payton, ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 7, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Sept. 21, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. 1901: The Chicago White Stockings ...

FCS teams have been in action for four weeks (counting Week Zero) so technically speaking, a month of the season has been played. That said, a few players have begun to build their case for the Walter ...