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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 9
Dennis Allen turns his back on his former players as the Bears instead bring in a Pro Bowl-caliber player to replace Tremaine Edmunds
The Chicago Bears have now signed a third straight defensive player in free agency and made the second move to land a new starter going into the 2026 season as defensive coordinator Dennis Allen looks to overhaul his unit.
Devin Bush News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
Chicago Bears Agree to 3-Year, $30M Deal With LB Devin Bush
The Chicago Bears continued their defensive overhaul on the first day of 2026 NFL free agency by agreeing to terms with linebacker Devin Bush on a three-year, $30 million contract that includes $21 million guaranteed, according to Adam Schefter.
Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
Ryan Poles' Intent Seems Obvious with First Bears Moves of Free Agency
Bears GM Ryan Poles stated one basic goal for his defense during free agency and the draft while at the scouting combine "I want to improve our defensive speed overall," Poles said.
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
How many of the 50 players in NFL history to rack up at least 100 tackles-for-loss in their career can you name in seven minutes?
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.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 9
Grading the signing: Chicago's newest safety has All Pro potential but will it worth moving on from the one the Bears already had
The Chicago Bears made their first free agent splash with the expectation that the team will sign Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal, a signing that puts the writing on the wall for the Bears to move on from All Pro Kevin Byard III.
Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 9
Bears add $12 million DL help after missing out on Maxx Crosby
The Chicago Bears have not been afraid to make some moves early in the 2026 offseason. Chicago already traded DJ Moore to Buffalo and is set to be active during NFL free agency.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
What does signing of Coby Bryant mean for Kevin Byard III and Jaquan Brisker?
The Chicago Bears made their first big move of free agency! They signed safety Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal today. Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson both emphasized the importance of improving their speed on the defensive side of the ball during their interviews at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Neville Gallimore News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
Grading the Bears' 2-Year Agreement With Former Colts DT Neville Gallimore
It's the first day of the tampering period in 2026 NFL free agency, and we're already off to a fast start. Several potential targets for the Chicago Bears are off the board as linebacker Alez Anzalone agreed to terms with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips agreed to terms with the Panthers.
Kevin Byard News / ChiCitySports / March 9
Chicago Bears agree to deal with potential Kevin Byard replacement
Among the needs the Chicago Bears have on defense is at safety. With four safeties set to be free agents this offseason, the Chicago Bears need to work hard to replace two starters and find some depth.
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.
Coby Bryant News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9
Bears To Sign S Coby Bryant
Safety Coby Bryant is leaving the Super Bowl champion Seahawks for the Bears, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports. Chicago is handing Bryant a three-year, $40MM contract, per veteran insider Jordan Schultz.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
Bears' Potential Tremaine Edmunds Replacement Agrees to Terms With Buccaneers
When the Chicago Bears released linebacker Tremaine Edmunds just ahead of 2026 NFL free agency, they created a void that needed filling, but one of the best options has just been taken off the market.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 9
Chicago Bears Beef Up Defensive Line; Sign Colts DT To 2-Year Deal
The Chicago Bears addressed a critical offseason need right at the start of the free agency window. The front office agreed to terms with veteran defensive tackle Neville Gallimore on a two-year contract worth $12 million.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 9
Grading the signing: Bears make a veteran defender their first free agent signing and it shows how the team feels about the 2026 NFL Draft class
The Chicago Bears have their first reported free agent signing and it's far from the name anyone expected but the team did address the expected position early in the legal tampering period.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 9
NFL reporter predicts Chicago Bears to re-sign star free agent
The Chicago Bears are getting ready for the free agency period to begin and need to figure out which players they are going to be trying to sign. While they cannot speak to any free agents from other teams until Monday, they can still negotiate with their own free agents.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 9
NFL Rumors: Potential All-Pro left tackle option available for Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears have some big needs to fill here in the 2026 offseason and among them is left tackle. For the second-straight offseason, the Bears have a need at left tackle after second-round pick Ozzy Trapilo suffered a ruptured patellar tendon that will keep him out most of if not all the 2026 season.
Olamide Zaccheaus News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 9
Falcons Signing WR Olamide Zaccheaus
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Falcons are signing Bears WR Olamide Zaccheaus to a contract. Zaccheaus, 28, went undrafted out of Virginia back in 2019 and caught on with the Falcons soon after, making the 53-man roster out of training camp.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
How Free Agency Best Benefits the Chicago Bears at Wide Receiver
Indirectly during the combine, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson addressed possible life without wide receiver DJ Moore. His answer served as a guideline to what they could be interested in doing now that it's reality.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 9
Chicago Bears urged to re-sign All-Pro as highest priority move in NFL free agency
The Chicago Bears have a number of needs that they need to address this off-season. Undoubtedly, with the legal tampering period of NFL free agency opening today, they will have plenty of opportunities to do so.
Tremaine Edmunds News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 9
Bears agree to $7.5 million LB re-signing after releasing Tremaine Edmunds
Although Tremaine Edmunds is gone, the Chicago Bears have retained another linebacker as the ‘legal tampering’ window gets underway. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Chicago is bringing back D’Marco Jackson.
D'Marco Jackson News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 9
Grading the Bears Re-Signing D'Marco Jackson to 2-Year Deal
Before the Chicago Bears even get to their most realistic targets in free agency, they've gotten a head start on filling out their depth chart. With just
Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / March 9
Ryan Poles and the Bears reach some last minute deals to prevent pending free agents from hitting the open market
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has always done a great job of taking care of his players, even when it comes time to move on, something we saw again this offseason with the team's decision to trade DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills and allow Tremaine Edmunds to seek out a trade before releasing him ahead of free agency.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 9
Bears Boring But Accurate Free Agency Predictions: Ben Johnson and Dennis Allen opt for familiarity over spending big on the market
The legal tampering period is hours away from kicking off, which is always the unofficial official start of free agency in the NFL. At noon ET, teams can begin talking to agents and players for the "first time" but within minutes you'll see agreements start to get announced.
Daniel Hardy News / Pro Football Rumors / March 8
Bears To Re-Sign Daniel Hardy
The Bears have reached an agreement to re-sign restricted free agent defensive lineman Daniel Hardy, veteran insider Jordan Schultz reports. It’s a two-year, $4.97MM pact with $2.45MM guaranteed at signing, per OverTheCap.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7
Bears reportedly fill newfound center need with Patriots trade agreement
The Chicago Bears had an unexpected hole to fill this offseason when star center Drew Dalman informed the team he was retiring earlier this week. They did not waste time trying to find his replacement.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 6
Reported DJ Moore deal says all the wrong things about Bills GM Brandon Beane
This is not meant to be overly critical of Moore, who has been a good player in the NFL and very likely still has something to offer. The issue is more about value.
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