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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Four teams could easily screw over Chicago’s plans in the 2026 NFL Draft while the Bears continue keeping intentions a mystery

Which position the Chicago Bears target with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft is still heavily debated but four teams picking above them could heavily impact the team’s plans in the first-round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13

The Greatest First-Round Picks in Chicago Bears History—The Ones Who Changed Everything

The Greatest First-Round Picks in [Team Name] History -- The Ones Who Changed Everythin Every team gets a first-round draft pick unless they trade it away for someone, the way the Bears did with Khalil Mack.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 13

College coach breaks down hidden gem offensive lineman that has caught the Chicago Bears’ attention ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears have done more pre-draft work on centers than any other position ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft and one college coach breaks down why one could be a hidden gem.

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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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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Bears 2026 NFL Draft Matchmaker: Top prospects who would be the perfect fit for Chicago’s coaching staff blueprint

The Chicago Bears have clear player types when it comes to various coaches on the staff, so let’s link some prospects as perfect fits for the team in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13

One Trade Up and Trade Down Scenario for Bears in First Round of 2026 NFL Draft

When it comes to the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Chicago Bears, there are a slew of possibilities. As we've seen in the past, general manager Ryan Poles isn't afraid to make trades, especially when it comes to trading back, which he has done several times during his tenure.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13

What Are the Bears' Odds of Finding a Quality Offensive Tackle in Round 1?

This is my fifth and final position evaluation that I will be analyzing ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. I wanted to cover each of the positions that I could see the Bears targeting in the first round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13

Bears 3-Round Mock Draft: Chicago Takes a Big Swing With Trade-Up, Defensive Gains

The Chicago Bears are entering an exciting window as they look to turn their talented roster into a true contender. With a promising offense already in place, this three-round mock draft focuses on building a defense that is just as ready to compete.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Bears 7-Round 2026 Mock Draft: Chicago goes with a surprise position in the first-round with a new take on the best player available plan

The Chicago Bears continue to be a hard team to predict with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and the team’s BPA approach means we can’t rule out any position as an option.

Ben Johnson News / Football Analysis / April 13

Ben Johnson Ends Bears’ 15-Year Playoff Drought—Lions Collapse 6 Games Without Him

When Ben Johnson walked out of Allen Park and into Halas Hall on January 21, 2025, he didn’t just change jobs. He rearranged the entire NFC North. For three years in Detroit, Johnson had built the most efficient offense in football — a motion-heavy, misdirection-laced machine that had just gone 15-2 and scored a franchise-record 564 points.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13

Popular Bears 2026 NFL Draft Target May No Longer Be Within Reach in First Round

Among the countless mocks we've seen for the Chicago Bears, Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman has been a popular choice. That's because the Bears have a clear need at the position.

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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

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

D.J. Moore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 12

NFC Notes: D.J. Moore, Offseason Moves, Bears, Lions, Packers

Mike Sando of The Athletic notes the Bills traded a second-round pick to acquire WR D.J. Moore: “Good player — wish we could have gotten him.” Defensive priorities were addressed with safety Coby Bryant and linebacker Devin Bush: “You cannot bank on that stuff.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12

Predicted Bears Blockbuster Trade Would Take Chicago's Defense to Championship Level

With the 2026 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, the expectation is the Chicago Bears will add to the interior of their defensive line. There's a few reasons why that's the case.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12

UFL Trick Play is Perfect Design for Bears' Ben Johnson and Colston Loveland

When the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as their next head coach, many fans and analysts were excited to see what kind of trick play concepts he would bring over from Detroit.

Tyson Bagent News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12

Proposed Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft Trade Could Happen After Offseason Re-Signing

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been the subject of trade talk this offseason and one analyst believes it's possible the young signal-caller could get moved during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Chicago Bears News / The Spun / April 12

Caleb Williams Facing Backlash For His Offseason Travel Decision

Caleb Williams had a brilliant second season with the Chicago Bears. The former No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick led the Bears to the playoffs in his second season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12

Bears Predicted to Add Electric Playmaker for Underrated Need in 2026 NFL Draft

While so much attention has rightly been on which defensive players the Chicago Bears could take in the 2026 NFL Draft, conversations about the offense have been minimal.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 12

Ted Ginn Jr. arrested for DUI

Columbus Aviators head coach Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested on Saturday in Texas on a driving while intoxicated charge, a day before his team’s next game. Ginn was arrested by the Euless Police Department in Tarrant County and booked into the county jail under the name Theodore Ginn, per Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Robbie Hoy.