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Bears Predicted to Pass on Elite Run-Stuffing DL for Odd Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

If the Chicago Bears had their choice between an elite run-stuffing defensive lineman and an offensive tackle in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, they would almost certainly go with the former.

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Rome Odunze Ranks Bears' Offense Over This Super Bowl Contender

The Chicago Bears' awakening on offense in 2025 was exactly what Bears fans have been waiting for years to see. This is a franchise known for a smothering defense and a dominant run game throughout much of its history.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 7

Chicago Bears Listed Among Top Trade Destinations for $87.5 Million Superstar

The Chicago Bears entered the offseason with a major need along the interior of their defensive line, but so far general manager Ryan Poles hasn't addressed that need.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 7

Bears Named a Perfect Fit For One of the Draft's Top Defensive Playmakers

The Chicago Bears are in a good position to build on last season's performance and cement themselves as a contender. However, they still have a few weaknesses on the defensive side of the ball.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

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NFL News / Football Analysis / April 7

Bills Surrender 2nd-Round Pick And $73.5M For 50-Catch Receiver—Bears Escape $49M Trap

Fifty catches. Six hundred and eighty-two yards. That was DJ Moore’s entire 2025 season in Chicago, the worst statistical output of his eight-year career, a number so underwhelming that even the Bears’ front office had quietly begun shopping him before the calendar flipped to 2026.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Bears Meet With One of the Fastest Players in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Bears are clearly intent on improving their defensive speed this offseason. Ryan Poles vowed that doing so was one of their major goals of the offseason at the NFL Scouting Combine, and nearly all of their signings have reinforced that mindset.

Taylor Decker News / ChiCitySports / April 6

Taylor Decker reveals he is not going to join the Chicago Bears

When the Detroit Lions released tackle Taylor Decker, it seemed like a no-brainer for him to join the Chicago Bears. Rookie Ozzy Trapilo came in and played decently after taking over the job during the season.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / April 6

Chicago Bears: Former Lions player doesn’t want to reunite with Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson was a pull for wide receiver Kalif Raymond this offseason, but not all of the former offensive coordinator’s players want to reunite with the Chicago Bears head coach.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Bears Predicted to Pair Caleb Williams with New 1,000-Yard WR

Following the Chicago Bears' divisional round loss to the Los Angeles Rams, quarterback Caleb Williams lost one of his top wide receivers. D.J. Moore appeared in all 17 games, racking up 50 receptions for 682 yards and six touchdowns on 85 targets.

Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / April 6

Caleb Williams’ Nickname Choice Is Blowing Up Online

Caleb Williams bounced back in 2025 after an underwhelming performance in his rookie season. The partnership with offensive mastermind Ben Johnson paid off for the Chicago Bears, who won the NFC North division title after winning 11 games.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

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Dexter Lawrence News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Dexter Lawrence Trade Buzz Gives Chicago Bears Price Point for Possible Deal

Chicago Bears fans and the NFL world were buzzing on Monday with the news that New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Bears Free Agency: What They Got Right—and What They Missed So Far

Free agency for the Bears produced potential answers in several ways. However, as the late, great Lou Holtz once said, "Son, your potential is going to get me fired." There is nothing certain about the free agency moves made by the Bears at any position, and that's the problem .

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 6

Chicago Bears calling to try to trade for All-Pro pass-rusher

Before free agency, the Chicago Bears showed marginal interest in trading for Las Vegas Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby. The Bears weren’t interested in giving up multiple first-round picks for Crosby, though the need for help on the defensive line remains a big issue ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Mock Trade for Bears to Acquire DT Dexter Lawrence Includes Picks and a Player

The Chicago Bears may have missed the boat on the Maxx Crosby trade saga, but they could still pull off a blockbuster deal for a superstar defender. ESPN insider Adam Schefter broke the news on Monday that two-time All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade from the New York Giants.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6

Decision on new Bears stadium location between Illinois, Indiana expected soon

One of the main storylines for the Chicago Bears this offseason has been where the team’s new stadium will be built. Some proposals have floated the possibility of moving the Bears to northwest Indiana and out of their home state altogether.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Illinois is Now on the Verge of Losing the Chicago Bears to Indiana

Fans of the Chicago Bears are probably sick to death of hearing any new rumors regarding the team's future home. For years, the talk had centered around Arlington Heights, but Indiana suddenly threw their hat into the ring back in February with a bid to pull the Bears across the border.

Caleb Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 6

Bears’ Caleb Williams pleads ignorance about George Gervin’s ‘Iceman’ nickname amid trademark battle

As there’s been a battle between Chicago Bears star Caleb Williams and legendary basketball player George Gervin for the trademark of the “Iceman” moniker, the quarterback would speak about the events.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 6

Exciting trade opportunity just presented itself for the Bears to land an impact defensive lineman and Ryan Poles should already be on the phone

The Chicago Bears should be one of the first teams calling the New York Giants after three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence requested a trade going into his eighth season.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 6

Bears Could Pull Off Blockbuster Deal with Giants After Superstar Requests Trade

The Chicago Bears have a big need along their defensive line and there just so happens to be a superstar defender who wants out of his current home. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade.

Caleb Williams News / The Spun / April 6