Brendan Porath

Chicago coach Lovie Smith was adamant that the team went above and beyond NFL protocols for handling concussions with their quarterback Jay Cutler.

The Cubs announced their first 2012 offseason signing on Tuesday -- a one-year deal for starting pitcher Scott Baker.

The Chicago Bears hold steady at No. 3 in the latest SB Nation Power Rankings, but their status going forward will largely depend on the availability of Jay Cutler.

Legendary Bulls and Lakers coach Phil Jackson was reportedly caught off-guard by the news that the Lakers had opted to go with Mike D'Antoni as their next coach.

Shea McClellin left during the Bears' loss to the Texans early in the first quarter after the rookie suffered a concussion.

Jay Cutler suffered his sixth documented concussion on Sunday night, a total that has to have the Bears concerned as the second half of their season progresses.

Jordan Lynch threw for four touchdowns and rushed for two more as the Northern Illinois Huskies improved to 8-1.

Notre Dame has already agreed to join the ACC, but some of the details are still being worked out as they try to time their exit from the Big East.