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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of 2026 Chicago Bears Free Agency

Ryan Poles' free agent class has met with generally positive views from the critics, although not the same rave reviews of some recent offseasons. Perhaps this is a good thing considering how many times in recent years the Bears were said to have won the offseason and then failed to produce in the regular season.

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Steelers think they got a ‘steal’ from Chicago Bears in free agency

The Chicago Bears made a bold move in free agency by letting four safeties walk last week. C.J. Gardner-Johnson (Buffalo Bills), Jaquan Brisker (Pittsburgh Steelers), Kevin Byard III (New England Patriots), and Jonathan Owens (Indianapolis Colts) are with new teams.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 17

What we learned from the Chicago Bears offseason, per The Athletic

The Chicago Bears have been one of the more aggressive teams in free agency thus far. While they have used a significant amount of their available cap space, they have made a mark on the team right now.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 17

A top center in the 2026 NFL Draft adds more fire to the speculations of joining the Bears after detailing his Pro Day experience

The biggest shock of the offseason for the Chicago Bears was the sudden retirement of 27-year-old Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman, one year into a three-year, $42 million deal he signed last free agency.

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The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Wild Card receiving leaders' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17

Chicago Bears Make a Head-Scratching Move in Joel Klatt's Latest Mock Draft

The Bears still have several weaknesses on the defensive side of the ball. However, they also have a newfound need (albeit a much less pressing one) for a receiver after trading DJ Moore to Buffalo ahead of free agency.

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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 News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Biggest mistake Bears made in Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency

The Chicago Bears went into the offseason planning to make major changes on defense. Through the first week of free agency, that goal has certainly come into fruition.

Mike Krzyzewski News / ChiCitySports / March 17

Coach K reveals why he wasn’t a fan of AJ Hawk and the Packers

Former Duke and Team USA head coach Mike Krzyzewski is no longer coaching college basketball after retiring in 2022 after several successful years in the game.

Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / March 17

Dolphins’ latest trade signals a full rebuild and the Bears should capitalize by calling about an elite weapon for Ben Johnson

Another bombshell trade has happened in the NFL after the first week of free agency after the Miami Dolphins agreed to trade wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a first-round pick and more.

Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Maxx Crosby trade likely out, so Mel Kiper gives Bears an edge in mock draft

With their Maxx Crosby trade pursuit being unsuccessful, the Chicago Bears still have a glaring need at pass rusher. The 2026 NFL Draft may be their best opportunity to fill the role.

Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / March 17

Chicago Bears: Rome Odunze’s comment on his girlfriend draws attention

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is in a long-term relationship with Alannah Davidson. Both went to the University of Washington, where they started dating in March 2022 and have been inseparable since.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17

Mel Kiper Jr.’s Latest Mock Draft Has Chicago Bears Addressing Edge Rusher at No. 25

If you’ve watched the Chicago Bears over the last couple of seasons, you already know the problem. The pass rush just hasn’t been good enough. And in Mel Kiper Jr's latest 2026 NFL mock draft, the Bears lean directly into that reality, sending edge rusher Zion Young to Chicago with the No.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17

Chicago Bears 4-Round Mock Draft After the First Wave of Free Agency

The Bears shored up a few positions through free agency. However, it's fair to question whether they're a better team right now than they were one month ago.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 17

Chicago Bears get secondary help in latest PFF mock draft

The Chicago Bears were able to address a few of their needs during the first week of NFL free agency. However, they knew going in that they have a treasure trove of draft picks to use to improve their roster.

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The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17

Bears Labeled a 'Success-Builder' After First Wave of Free Agency

Unlike the 2025 offseason, the Chicago Bears did not exactly dazzle the NFL with a series of big moves at the start of free agency this year. In fact, one of the main takeaways from the Bears' first wave of free agency was how general manager Ryan Poles has seemingly learned not to panic and overpay in free agency.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Bears' Patience With Stadium Legislation About to Be Tested

Wednesday marks a huge day in Illinois and it's not simply because the incessant political commercials should be off of television because the primary is over.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 17

Colston Loveland had no words following surprising Chicago Bears trade

The Chicago Bears have made difficult decisions this offseason, including trading wide receiver DJ Moore. The Bears sent Moore to the Buffalo Bills for a 2026 second-round pick.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 16

Chicago Bears lose 39-game defensive starter in NFL free agency

The Chicago Bears defense may have led the NFL in turnovers forced in 2025, but they were by no means a dominating unit. They still ranked near the bottom of the league in yards and points allowed per game.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 16

Chicago Bears predicted to make curious move to replace DJ Moore

Last week, the Chicago Bears traded DJ Moore and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick. The move saved the Bears nearly $44 million over the next two seasons at a position that already has talent like Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III.

Chicago Bears News / NHANFL / March 16

Caleb Williams Gets NC State Muscle: Bears Trade for Garrett Bradbury to Anchor Line

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears didn’t let the shock of Drew Dalman’s retirement linger. Just days after their Pro Bowl center walked away from the game at 27, General Manager Ryan Poles pulled the trigger on a move to keep Caleb Williams upright.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 16

Chicago Bears roster given top-10 ranking amid NFL free agency

The Chicago Bears have been one of the most active teams in NFL free agency. With the sudden retirement of their Pro Bowl center, Drew Dalman, Chicago traded DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills for Garrett Bradbury to replace him.

Chicago Bears News / The Lead / March 16

Who Will Be the Chicago Bears’ New WR1?

Speculations of a DJ Moore trade had been circulating for a long time now, as his place on the team had been in question. The Bears drafted quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze in 2024.

Jalen Reeves-Maybin News / Field Level Media / March 16

NFLPA re-elects Jalen Reeves-Maybin as president

The NFL Players Association's board of player representatives re-elected linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin as union president on Sunday. "I'm honored that the Board has trusted me to continue serving as president," he said in a statement.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Multiple Ryan Poles draft picks are on the hot seat with the Bears following additions made in the first week of free agency

The Chicago Bears made a total of 16 moves this offseason between the external additions and re-signings/extensions that were made. More moves are on the way with the 2026 NFL Draft coming up next week and the potential always there to restructure contracts and make more additions.

Caleb Williams News / The SportsRush / March 15

NFL Analyst Claims Caleb Williams, Bears Will Easily Have More Than 9 Wins in 2026

The Chicago Bears look like a vicious team going into 2026, especially with the players they added from free agency and the ones they will add through the draft.