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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 22
Five players the Bears could trade during the 2026 NFL Draft if the price is right, including two players that got recent support
The Chicago Bears could look to make some deals later this week during the 2026 NFL Draft and could even move some players off the roster for more draft picks if the price is right.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
Final 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Bears Should Make Aggressive Trade Up for Defensive Star
The 2026 NFL draft is nearly upon us, and that means it's time for one final mock draft for the Chicago Bears. I sent the Bears a defensive overhaul in my most recent seven-round mock draft, but I did not project any trades.
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren News / Yardbarker / April 22
Only one pick makes sense for the Bears
The Chicago Bears' secondary went through a major overhaul early in the offseason. That's why this pick makes sense at No. 25.
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 22
NFL scouts are split on the top DT in the 2026 NFL Draft — why the Bears should take a close look at their assessments on two options
The Chicago Bears have a glaring long-term need in the interior of the team’s defensive line and two 2026 NFL Draft prospects stand out as potential options for the team to consider drafting.
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.
Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
Jeff King Reveals Exactly What Bears Had Hoped in Predraft Assessment
As predraft assessments go, Bears assistant general manager Jeff King told the media absolutely nothing. Sitting off to the side, GM Ryan Poles had to be nodding to himself in approval over his newly anointed second in command.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
Bears NFL Draft Rumors: What’s Real, What’s Smoke, and What to Watch
Barring a trade out of the first round, the Chicago Bears will finally be on the clock in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft when the three-day event begins on Thursday.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
NFL Insider Finds Reason to Suspect Bears Would Make a Big Trade Up
The assumption with the Bears in a draft is they're always looking to move back for picks. GM Ryan Poles has done it more often than he has moved up, but SI.com's insider Albert Breer suggests a possible scenario where the Bears would be willing to give up a pick to climb all the way from No.
Tyrique Stevenson News / ChiCitySports / April 21
Chicago Bears get honest with Tyrique Stevenson before draft
The Chicago Bears don’t have too big of a need at cornerback before the 2026 NFL Draft. The Bears are hoping Kyler Gordon and Jaylon Johnson will return to full health for the upcoming season.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 21
Chicago Bears front office hints at draft plans
The Chicago Bears have three major areas of need before the 2026 NFL Draft starts on Thursday night. With left tackle Ozzy Trapilo’s future uncertain due to an injury he suffered against the Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round and center Drew Dalman retiring, the Bears need to add help on the offensive line.
Tyrique Stevenson News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21
Tyrique Stevenson in Trouble if Chicago Bears Accomplish 2026 NFL Draft Goal
One of the many concerns the Chicago Bears have on defense this year comes at the cornerback spot. The Bears lost Nahshon Wright to the New York Jets in free agency and are now looking at a competition for the job opposite Jaylon Johnson.
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 / April 21
Bears assistant GM Jeff King sets the stage for the 2026 NFL Draft with final thoughts on the current roster and Chicago’s draft plans
The Chicago Bears are keeping plans close to the chest going into the 2026 NFL Draft with a few nuggets provided by assistant general manager Jeff King during the team’s pre-draft press conference.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21
Biggest Draft Steals and Busts of the Ryan Poles Chicago Bears Era - What Went Right and Wrong
Reviews of Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles are all over the map. Some think he's done a good job of hitting on their early-round picks and building a contender.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 21
Caleb Williams breaks silence on DJ Moore trade
The Chicago Bears have made some significant moves throughout the offseason in an attempt to improve the team. Quarterback Caleb Williams had a significant jump from his rookie to sophomore seasons in the league.
T.J. Edwards News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
Bears’ T.J. Edwards gives injury update after suffering ‘gnarly’ broken ankle in playoffs vs. Packers
Chicago Bears linebacker TJ Edwards season came to an end after he broke his ankle in the team’s playoff victory over the Green Bay Packers. Now, he is making progress towards his return to the gridiron.
Colston Loveland News / A to Z Sports / April 21
Colston Loveland is primed and ready to become the engine of the Bears offense in 2026 as a budding star at his position
The Chicago Bears offense will be relying on young weapons to step up in 2026 headlined by 2025 first-round pick Colston Loveland, who’s already emerging as a top weapon and player at his position.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 21
Chicago Bears new signee ready to embrace leadership role for potential rookie
The Chicago Bears are getting prepared for the 2026 NFL Draft. They have a lot of different options with four picks in the top 90 selections and seven draft picks in total.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
Bears rumors: Insider declares 4-position race for No. 25 pick in NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears are currently counting down the days until the 2026 NFL Draft, which is slated to get underway on Thursday evening with the first round.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21
Bears' Updated Cap Space Figure Before 2026 NFL Draft Shows More Moves Are Coming
The Chicago Bears have been limited in what they can do during the 2026 offseason because of a of a cap space crunch. Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Bears are working with about $1 million in cap space, according to Spotrac, tied for the lowest amount in the league with the Miami Dolphins.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
What Illinois might do to keep Bears from building new stadium in Indiana
As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, the Chicago Bears have been focusing on how to improve their roster. However, the team is also in the midst of longwinded search to find their new stadium.
Coby Bryant News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21
A Drafted Bears Safety Could Benefit From Past Coby Bryant Mentoring
New starting safety Coby Bryant is more than a scheme fit for the Bears in the secondary. He seems to be an ideal fit for the role in another specific way for this season.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 21
Three final bold predictions for the Chicago Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft as Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson work to finalize draft plans
The 2026 NFL Draft is just two days away from kicking off in Pittsburgh and the Chicago Bears remain one of the most uncertain teams to predict with Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson leading the draft room.
Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / April 21
Cole Kmet’s wife gets emotional over Chicago Bears message
Cole Kmet has been a steady presence for the Chicago Bears since being selected 43rd overall in the 2020 NFL Draft. The 27-year-old tight end has emerged as a reliable contributor in the team’s evolving offense. Kmet entered the 2025 season as the longest-tenured member of the Bears’ roster.
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / April 21
Bears' Caleb Williams embracing Super Bowl goal after playoff heartbreak
With first-year HC Ben Johnson and Williams leading the charge, the Bears became one of the top positive surprises in 2025 before Chicago suffered a brutal loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round of the playoffs.
Darnell Wright News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20
Bears To Exercise RT Darnell Wright’s Fifth-Year Option
The Bears’ 2025 offensive line overhaul produced multiple All-Pro nods, but the group has since encountered turbulence. Drew Dalman surprisingly retired after his first Chicago season; that followed an Ozzy Trapilo injury expected to keep him out for most (if not all) of the 2026 season.
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