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On YouTubeRyan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 18
Ryan Poles Dodging Possible Free Agency Busts Can Be a Bears Success
Bears GM Ryan Poles rarely gets credit for anything when it comes to signing free agents, particularly on the defensive line . Last year's acquisitions of Dayo Odeyingbo and Grady Jarrett weigh heavily upon the salary cap without much production, and there have been others like this in the past.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Chicago Bears fans saddened by Jonathan Owens’ message
Former Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is heading to a new home. After two seasons in the Windy City, Owens signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts. The 30-year-old served as a reliable special teams contributor and depth safety under head coach Ben Johnson.
Jack Sanborn News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 18
Fan-Favorite Jack Sanborn Returns to Bears on One-Year Deal
Unlike the 2025 NFL free agency period, when the Chicago Bears were universally lauded for the moves they made, Bears fans have been somewhat divided on how free agency has gone in 2026, with the Bears' first wave of free agency producing a mixed bag of signings and departures.
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?
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 / NHANFL / March 18
Chicago’s Defensive Overhaul: High Stakes and Missing Pieces in the Secondary
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears allowed a staggering 361.8 yards per game in 2025, finishing 29th in total defense and leaving fans wondering how a team with the league’s most takeaways could still feel so vulnerable.
Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / March 18
Bears have a dire cap situation that signals more moves to be expected before Ryan Poles can even think about the 2026 NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears weren't able to reel in a big fish during the first week of free agency but still handed out some solid-sized contracts with the amount of external additions and re-signings make last week, with some moves still coming in the building.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Chicago Bears’ chances to trade for Raiders’ Maxx Crosby take costly hit
Last week, ESPN’s Adam Schefter argued it was a “fantasy” to suggest Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby could be traded to the Chicago Bears because of the team’s cap situation.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Chicago Bears land this pass-rusher in Mel Kiper Jr’s latest mock draft
The Chicago Bears need to make sure they make a splash during the 2026 NFL Draft. Even after their free agent moves, the team has some holes that they need to address.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 18
Chicago Bears Sign Veteran DL To Bolster Pass Rush Depth
NFL free agency often dictates how a front office approaches the upcoming season. For the Chicago Bears, fortifying the trenches remains a clear priority.
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.
Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / March 18
Ryan Poles makes another depth signing to the interior of the defensive line in free agency but not the kind fans are hoping to see
The Chicago Bears have made another signing during the second week of free agency and acquired another interior defensive lineman on a one-year deal in James Lynch, according to Ian Rapoport.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Chicago Bears sign former NFC North rival’s 6-foot-4, 295-pound enforcer
The Chicago Bears entered the offseason knowing depth on the defensive and offensive lines was an issue. The Bears let four safeties and cornerback Nashon Wright leave in free agency, opening up more needs in the secondary ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 18
Five Free Agents the Bears Should Target Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears' first wave of free agency has come and gone without any major shakeups to the roster. The long-rumored Maxx Crosby trade never materialized, and Drew Dalman's shocking retirement opened up another hole on Chicago's offensive line, a hole that was filled with an underwhelming trade for center Garrett Bradbury.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 18
New 2026 Mock Draft Has Chicago Bears Addressing Major Need at No. 25
The Chicago Bears handled a lot of business in free agency. They added speed on defense, brought in players who fit Dennis Allen’s system, and raised the overall floor of the roster.
Chicago Bears News / NHANFL / March 18
Bears Pivot to Missouri’s Zion Young in Mel Kiper’s Latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears hold the No. 25 overall pick and a glaring vacancy on the edge. After the front office’s high-profile pursuit of Maxx Crosby fell through earlier this spring, General Manager Ryan Poles is forced to look toward the collegiate ranks.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Chicago Bears make announcement before NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears are gearing up for the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. They are looking to improve on their impressive season last year. The Bears finished with an 11-6 record in 2025, their best record since 2018.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 18
Ben Johnson is taking the first real steps toward upgrading the Bears backfield after hosting an in-person visit with a 2026 draft prospect
It's no secret that the Chicago Bears are looking to upgrade the running back room in some form or fashion going into the second season under head coach Ben Johnson.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Bleacher Report gives 1 word to describe Chicago Bears offseason
The Chicago Bears have been able to make some solid additions throughout the free agency period of this year’s offseason. Their roster has certainly seen some changes throughout the last week since free agency opened, but has also seemingly improved in that time.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17
NFC Notes: Kyler Murray, Jedrick Wills, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears New Bears OT Jedrick Wills hasn’t played since 2024, when he suffered an injury with the Browns that required realignment of his knee and hips and forced him to miss the entire 2025 season.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Frustration grows after Chicago Bears NFL free agency announcement
The Chicago Bears have been busy reshaping their roster this offseason. General manager Ryan Poles added key pieces on both sides of the ball, trading for center Garrett Bradbury and signing safety Coby Bryant.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
NFLPA exposed as beyond repair with JC Tretter's election as executive director
Instead of serving for the player body as a whole, Tretter's election feels like a small group trying to benefit one of their own at the sake of progress. If this is the NFLPA at work, then maybe it's broken.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
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.
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 / 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.
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