The Chicago Bears may not have received much national attention when the NFL announced its 2026 international slate, but being left off that list may end up being one of the biggest wins of the offseason. According to travel projections, the Bears are set to travel the third-fewest air miles of any NFL team during the 2026 season . In a league where recovery, routine, and player health can make the difference between winning and losing, that matters far more than many realize. Meanwhile, two of Chicago’s biggest NFC North rivals won’t have that same luxury. The Detroit Lions are scheduled to play in Germany, while the Minnesota Vikings will travel to Mexico City, adding major international travel demands to already grueling NFL schedules. For most teams, those disruptions can be manageable. For younger teams still building consistency? It can be a much bigger challenge.…