Bears RB Marion Barber has decided to retire after 7 NFL seasons.  He was set to be released by Chicago after they added RB Michael Bush.  Barber is only 28 years old but ran with a reckless abandon and was never likely to have a long career.  His prime years came in 2006 and 2007, when he averaged 4.8 yards per carry and scored 28 total TDs.  But his production has nose-dived since.  Barber hit pay dirt only 26 times over the past 4 seasons, while averaging just 3.8 yards per carry.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is inactive for today's game against the Vikings.  RB Kahlil Bell gets another start and is a good bet for 20+ touches.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Vikings after failing to practice all week.  Kahlil Bell will get another start and makes for a solid RB2.  He's seen 47 touches over Chicago's last 2 games.

As expected, Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is inactive for tonight's game against the Packers.  Kahlil Bell will serve as Chicago's lead back and should approach 20 total touches.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) missed practice again on Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday night's game against the Packers.  He won't play, leaving Kahlil Bell as Chicago's lead back.  He's a mediocre talent, but with 18+ touches coming his way, Bell is a viable RB2, especially in PPR formats.

Bears beat writer Vaugh McClure hears from a league source that RB Marion Barber (calf) will not play against the Packers on Sunday night.  Barber missed practice on both Wednesday and Thursday, although Chicago still has another workout today.  We'll see if Barber is able to get any work in.  If he can't go, though, RB Kahlil Bell would draw the start and be a good bet to approach 20 touches.  "I'm excited about the opportunity he has," HC Lovie Smith said.  Bell is looking like a solid RB2, especially in PPR formats.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) was held out of practice again on Thursday.  Chicago doesn't play until Sunday night, and we'd still bet on Barber being active against the Packers.  We'd always bet on RB Kahlil Bell leading the backfield in touches though.  Barber is just a RB3 or flex option, assuming he plays.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) did not practice on Wednesday.  We haven't heard about an injury, but Barber did miss the first 3 games of the season with a calf issue.  We're guessing he'll be fine for Sunday night's game against the Packers, but check back tomorrow for an update.  The injury could mean even more carries for RB Kahlil Bell.

RB Marion Barber (calf) will make his Bears debut against the Panthers this afternoon.  We'll be watching to see how much short-yardage work he steals from RB Matt Forte, but Barber shouldn't be in fantasy lineups.

RB Marion Barber (calf) put in a full week of practice and is set to make his Bears debut this Sunday.  RB Matt Forte will remain the centerpiece of this offense, although it'll be interesting to see if Barber siphons goal line carries.  It's a situation to monitor, but Barber isn't a fantasy option right now.

Bears RB Marion Barber is inactive for today's game against the Packers.  RB Matt Forte will dominate touches in the backfield once again.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) was limited in practice all week and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Packers. It sounds like he’ll suit up, but he’s far from a fantasy option. RB Matt Forte remains a good bet for 20 touches.

As expected, Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is inactive for today's game against the Saints.  RB Matt Forte will dominate touches, including goal line work.  Start him.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is listed as doubtful for Week 2.  RB Matt Forte will dominate touches against the Saints on Sunday.

After practicing on Wednesday, Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) was held out on Thursday.  Sounds like he suffered a setback.  Barber isn't a fantasy option, but if he can't play against the Saints this weekend, it'd give RB Matt Forte a nice boost.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is expected to play this weekend but was limited in Wednesday's practice.  Either he's not back to 100% yet, or Chicago is just being cautious.  Let's see if Barber is able to increase his participation on Thursday.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) is expected to return to practice on Wednesday.  Barring a setback, he'll play against the Saints on Sunday.  It'll be interesting to see how much production Barber steals from RB Matt Forte.

Bears RB Marion Barber (calf) has officially been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons.  The team hasn't disclosed the extent of the injury, but we wouldn't be surprised if the injury-prone Barber ended up missing multiple games.  RB Matt Forte is locked-in as Chicago's feature back and should see 20+ touches this weekend.

Bears RB Marion Barber is still out with the calf injury he suffered in the 3rd preseason game.  He hasn't been ruled out for Week 1 yet, but beat writer Mark Potash considers him unlikely to play.  ''We're running out of time a little bit for Marion,'' HC Lovie Smith said. ''But he's feeling a little better. So hopefully we'll be able to get him on the field before long.''  Barber won't be a fantasy option even if he does end up playing Sunday against the Falcons.  But if he does end up inactive, it'd give RB Matt Forte a little boost.

Bears RB Marion Barber suffered a calf injury during Saturday night's preseason game against the Titans.  It's unclear how severe it is, but it's definitely a concern considering Barber's injury history.  The 28-year-old has missed 5 games over the past 2 seasons.  We'll update his status when we learn more.