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Robinson is putting up his worst statistical season as he heads toward free agency. | AP Photos
In addition to those three starters, the Bears got TE Jesse James and RB Ryan Nall back ahead of the Giants game.
The Bears will get several key players back from the reserve/COVID-19 list heading into their final two games.
Wide receiver Allen Robinson, cornerback Jaylon Johnson and safety Tashaun Gipson — all starters — tested negative and were cleared to return Monday after missing the last two games. The Bears also activated tight end Jesse James and Ryan Nall.
The Bears lost their entire starting secondary leading up to the Vikings game because of a coronavirus outbreak and have cobbled it together with backups Duke Shelley, Kindle Vildor, Deon Bush, Teez Tabor and Thomas Graham.
That group was so depleted that position coach Deshea Townsend, a 46-year-old who played cornerback for 13 seasons, joked about filling in.
“Only in the red zone,” Townsend said Monday. “I’ve got about 11 yards of coverage in me.”
The final two games are important for Robinson as he wraps up a frustrating season and heads into free agency. Between injuries and the virus, he has missed five games and has just 32 catches for 353 yards and a touchdown.
He’s on track for the least productive season of his career aside from when he missed almost all of 2017 with a torn ACL, and that comes at the worst possible time financially. Robinson hoped to hit a big payday in free agency last season after putting up 2,397 yards and 13 touchdowns on 200 catches over 2019 and ’20, but the Bears retained him with the franchise tag for $17.9 million.
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Matt Nagy said Monday he’s under the assumption he’ll be the Bears’ head coach for the team’s final two games this season.Read More
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Matt Nagy coaches against the Vikings last week. | Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
“We’re continuing to move forward this week and prepare for the Giants,” he said.
Sometimes Matt Nagy has a speech prepared for the Bears’ Saturday night meeting at the team hotel. Other times he speaks off the cuff.
Saturday night was the latter. The head coach walked to the front of the ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Seattle and told a story about his son Tate, a freshman at Lake Forest High School. The two were sharing a ride home from Soldier Field after the Bears’ loss to the Vikings when Tate talked about what he was beginning to learn as a young athlete. One of the phrases Tate shared stuck out to Nagy: “Empty your cup.”
So that’s what Nagy told his players to do Saturday night.
“Whatever you do, win lose or draw, if you just empty your cup — you got a full cup, you got a half cup, and you empty it, and we all empty our cups, we’ll have a damn good chance to win the football game,” he said moments after the Bears’ 25-24 win in Seattle on Sunday. “If you just pour your cup and you don’t empty it, then you’re not giving it all you got.”
Monday, it became clear the Bears will let Nagy empty his cup. Nagy said that Monday that he’s operating under the assumption he’ll coach the Bears’ final two games of the season.
“We’re continuing to move forward this week and prepare for the Giants,” he said.
Nagy referenced a quote from Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo: “When you focus on the past, that’s your ego. I kind of try to focus on the moment, in the present. That’s humility.” Back in July, Nagy said he was putting that quote up in all four sons’ rooms. He shared it with his team, too.
“We’re in the present right now,” Nagy said. “I, and we, all owe that to each other for today and this week with the Giants, and finishing out this week on a high note and trying to get a win. And then doing it again in the final game of the season.”
That’s not a surprise, given that the Bears have never fired a coach during the season. But it’s nonetheless significant, given the timing of this week. Starting Tuesday at 8 a.m., teams that have either fired their head coach or informed them they would be fired can begin interviewing opposing assistant coaches for that job.
The Jaguars and Raiders, who fired their coaches midseason, qualify. The Bears do not.
The new NFL rule might sounds better than it is. The interviews are granted only with the permission of an assistant’s current team and are limited to two hours on Zoom.
Were the Bears to have taken that route, it might have raised even more questions: namely, who’s doing the interviewing? Is it general manager Ryan Pace, whose job status is perilous — although not as much as his head coach? Chairman George McCaskey and president/CEO Ted Phillips, who have both said for years they don’t make football decisions?
In January, McCaskey and Phillips made it clear that Pace and Nagy were tied at the hip. That will be the case — at least for two more weeks.
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Leave hibernation for the bears. Don’t snooze on eating outdoors just because it’s winter. Igloos, heating lamps, retractable roofs, and fireplaces all make outdoor dining possible when the temps drop. Well, if you’re lamenting the end of patio season, don’t fret—these restaurants with heated patios in Chicago are proving that outdoor season can be year-round.
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311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
The sidewalk patio over at Ace Hotel Chicago is huge and has a number of oversized fire pits during the colder months. The secret to snagging a table by one is simply noting it as a request in your reservation.
The patio is open for guests at The Lobby, Ace Chicago’s newly-debuted dinner, bar, and brunch service, as well as anyone who may want to grab a coffee + pastry from Lovage and WFH outdoors. Lovage, the cafe and market helmed by Executive Pastry Chef Felicia Mayden, also offers a curated selection of wine, so guests can grab a bottle and enjoy it around the fire.
837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
While fans of Fulton Market’s modern American beer hall The Publican can currently kick back with beer, pork, and oysters on the restaurant’s massive heated sidewalk patio, the team is upgrading the outdoor setup for winter with a semi-enclosed structure outfitted with integrated heaters, which should be ready by the end of the year. Hot cocktails like a Spiced Pear Toddy and Mulled Wine plus The Publican’s signature lineup of hearty, rustic favorites will help guests stretch patio season into a year-round affair.
1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
3640 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613
The king of Chicago patios is going strong as the weather cools down, slinging bourbon and tacos on its iconic *and tent-covered, heated* patio in the heart of Wicker Park and Wrigleyville. Your favorite summertime hangout is keeping the outdoor party going well into winter. BONUS: the covered outdoor area is dog friendly!
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
Chef Paul Kahan’s Focaccia and Chorizo-Stuffed Dates are going strong into fall on avec West Loop’s 42-person heated patio on Randolph Street. Six propane heaters dot the space, while pours from the restaurant’s award-winning wine list help add an extra layer of warmth for diners.
2456 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Right off busy California Avenue in Logan Square lies the cozy patio of Testaccio, the Roman-inspired sister concept to Osteria Langhe. With seasonal greenery along the brick facade, the experience is reminiscent of al fresco street dining in Europe. Guests can enjoy Testaccio’s full menu of comforting Italian fare and wood-fired oven specialties from Executive Chef Jacob Solomon, along with Owner Aldo Zaninotto’s curated regional and amphora-made wine selections and seasonal cocktails. The patio is heated and will remain open through January, weather permitting.
2300 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614
Make a stop at Mon Ami Gabi before the Holiday Lights at Lincoln Park Zoo. Enjoy the a la carte dinner menu or the new four-course prix-fixe menu. A kids menu is also available. Enjoy the heated and tented all-seasons patio, or snag a window-side dining room table.
35 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Stop into Table at Crate for the ultimate Happy Hour featuring a creative cocktail/beverage menu sure to have something your buds will love. Get cozy on the heated and enclosed patio that’s ideal for patio dining through the fall and into the winter. I know you need an excuse to visit, and now you have one with Happy Hour specials and Oak Brook’s best enclosed patio.
Pair your Lost at Sea cocktail with Table at Crate’s one-of-a-kind Kimchi Bacon Burger. Bacon lovers looking for a unique twist on a classic meal can end their search — made with Fried Egg, American Cheese, Spicy Remoulade, Beef Larb on a Turano Bakery Roll with a side of Waffle Fries and House Aioli, this burger will have all your senses heightened. Mouthwatering flavors paired with your favorite bacon smell and gooey cheese? You’ll be saying “YUM” each bite!
3475 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657
An escape to Tulum in the middle of Wrigleyville? Sounds unlikely, yet we have Diver at the Park doing just that. The tropical Tulum-inspired restaurant is a multilevel feat complete with a fenced-in beer garden with bamboo rattan furniture and fire pits. The outdoor beer garden also has a vintage camper bar, picnic tables, swings, and tropical plants galore. It seats 200 and is dog-friendly. Enjoy familiar Mexican bites like tacos, nachos, and elotes along with beach cocktails and other libations.
Also, Diver is hosting Santa’s Beach House, a holiday popup complete with festive drinks and food in a heated tent. Twinklinglights and tropical decor transport you to a warm holiday getaway even if it’s in the negatives outside.
2008 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618
Volo is a New American restaurant and wine bar in Roscoe Village. The hidden neighborhood gem has an impressive wine list with up to 30 wines available by the glass. Volo’s menu is a rotating list of small plates, salads, mains, charcuterie and cheeses, and desserts.
The restaurant’s award-winning year-round alfresco cabana patio makes for a relaxing environment. The heated outdoor space has seating for 50, including private cabanas and bistro table seating.
1558 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
This Greek restaurant’s rooftop patio is open year-round with heaters to keep you warm. The roof terrace has a full bar, heat lamps, string lights, and lush greens for a cozy ambience.
The Wicker Park eatery features upscale regional Greek cuisine and wine. Taxim sources seasonal veggies from local farms, serves quality butchered meats and whole fish from Greece, and uses small co-operative Greek products whenever possible.
605 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
If pizza and cocktails are how you deal with the cold, head over to Bar Cargo in River North. This hip spot for Roman-style pizza and other Italian eats along with cocktails, beer, and wine will warm you up in no time. The outdoor beer garden has heat lamps and a roof covering to keep you protected from the elements while you wine and dine.
1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Big Star is certainly one of the most popular restaurants with heated patio in Chicago, specifically for its dog-friendliness .This popular taqueria has served the Wicker Park community for 10 years. It’s a neighborhood staple and a familiar and well-loved spot for many Chicagoans—with a second location open in Wrigleyville.
The Wicker Park location is housed in a defunct 1940’s gas station and features a large patio that’s heated on cooler days. Big Star has a bourbon and taco-focused menu, inspired by authentic Mexican street food.
2210 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Warm up with gourmet pizza and Jameson in this trendy, retro Logan Square bar. Boiler Room is known for its thin crust pizza and Jameson soft serve ice cream. Order the PB&J special (any slice, 16 oz. PBR, and a shot of Jameson Whiskey for $10) if you wanna know what’s up.
Boiler Room has a year-round backyard beer garden that’s covered during the winter with heat lamps to keep you toasty.
1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Pilsen Yards brings a Mexican-inspired menu and head-bopping beats to a hip, open space. Live music and vinyl DJ sets welcome you in Fridays through Sundays, giving you a cool ambiance as you chow down on Latin street food like tacos and enchiladas paired with mezcal, tequila, or whiskey.
You’ll also find one of the coolest patios in the city—with heated floors in the pergola, you can enjoy great food and drinks year-round.
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