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Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Roster Gaps Ryan Poles Left Untouched in Week 1 of Bears Free Agency

The traditional idea heading into training camp is to have all lineup spots covered with at least a veteran option, just in case draft picks taken to play as starters experience rookie troubles.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

One Key Position Battle Is Already Taking Shape for the Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bears addressed several roster needs during the first waves of free agency. But one of the team’s most important positions is still very much up for grabs.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 16

Former Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields gets new start with Ryan Poles’ old team

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields has a new home in the NFL. Just two years after the Bears traded him to the Pittsburgh Steelers, he’s now staying in the AFC.

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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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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 / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

ESPN Raises Key Question for Chicago Bears at No. 25 in 2026 NFL Draft

One of the biggest questions facing the Chicago Bears heading into the 2026 NFL Draft is surprisingly simple. Will they be able to land the edge rusher they clearly need?

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Bears' Early Free Agency Haul Perfectly Summed Up in One Word

The Chicago Bears entered the 2026 offseason with momentum and plenty of attention. After winning the NFC North and pushing deep into the playoffs, expectations were high that general manager Ryan Poles might make a splash to push the roster even further.

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.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Ben Johnson is still missing major pieces to get the Bears back as a Super Bowl contender with clear avenues to find answers

The Chicago Bears were modest spenders in free agency and opted not to break the bank for a big-time addition like Maxx Crosby or Trey Hendrickson while still adding some quality talent with additions such as Coby Bryant and Devin Bush.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 16

Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams grabs NFL’s attention

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams never forgets where he came from. The former USC Trojans star is coming off a historic second pro-season under coach Ben Johnson. He threw for a franchise-record 3,942 yards and 27 touchdowns while leading Chicago to an 11-6 record.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Full 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft Sees Bears Trade Out of First Round

With the first week of NFL free agency over, and with ESPN insider Adam Schefter declaring the Chicago Bears 'out of money' for a Maxx Crosby trade, we're unlikely to see any more big roster changes for the Bears until the 2026 NFL draft in April.

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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 / A to Z Sports / March 16

Bears 2026 Way-To-Early 53-Man Roster Projection: Chicago adds eight new faces but questions arise if improvement was actually made

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles took a strategic approach to the team's offseason going into the second season under head coach Ben Johnson and opted not to swing for the fences with the perceived Super Bowl window wide open.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Could Case Keenum's Extension Indicate the Bears' Intention to Trade Tyson Bagent?

In a major turn of events, the Chicago Bears' other backup quarterback was the one in the news cycle during the first week of free agency. Case Keenum re-signed on a two-year, $5.5 million deal that could reach a maximum of $8 million with incentives.

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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Grading the signings: Chicago's first week of free agency gifts Dennis Allen new pieces and reunites Ben Johnson with a familiar weapon

The first week of free agency is in the books for the Chicago Bears with eight new outside additions set to join the roster for the 2026 season and it's clear this team had a clear vision for the kind of talent they wanted to add during this period of the offseason.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Bears Post-Free Agency 7-Round 2026 Mock Draft: Chicago has clear positions to target in April after a modest spending spree

The first week of free agency for the Chicago Bears didn't quite live up to the high expectations fans had for their team. No trade was made for Maxx Crosby, Trey Hendrickson remained in the AFC North, and nearly half of the Bears starting defense walked out of the door.

Jedrick Wills News / Football Analysis / March 16

Bears Sign 2020 No. 10 Pick Jedrick Wills—Financial Terms Not Disclosed

The Chicago Bears signed offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., the 2020 No. 10 overall pick, to a one-year contract with financial terms undisclosed. Wills missed all of 2025 while rehabbing an MCL tear, and his return represents a low-risk reclamation opportunity.

Ryan Poles News / NHANFL / March 16

Chicago Bears Roster Overhaul: Ryan Poles Clears $44M in Massive 2026 Pivot

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Ryan Poles just hit the reset button on a roster that nearly reached the mountaintop. In a dizzying 96-hour span, the Chicago Bears traded away star receiver DJ Moore, released defensive captain Tremaine Edmunds, and watched center Drew Dalman walk into an early retirement.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16

Bears Expect To Get Faster Production From Their Depth Acquisitions

Backup players acquired at lower salaries must bring something different to the mix in order to contribute. System knowledge is the best possible thing they can have coming to a new team because, face it, if their skill set was the key contribution, then they wouldn't be backups or cheap acquisitions.