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Bears Free Agent Profile: Case Keenum was the perfect mentor for Caleb Williams and could be even more important for the Bears in 2026

The NFL free agency window is getting closer and closer and the Chicago Bears are set to be an exciting team to watch when the madness begins. Before it gets to that point, the Bears have to first weigh the pros and cons of re-signing the players set to become free agents.

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Chicago Bears: reason for Drew Dalman sudden retirement revealed by team insider

Last off-season, the Chicago Bears signed center Drew Dalman to a three-year $42 million contract. Their hope, of course, was that he would help solidify their interior offensive line.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 4

DJ Moore replacing Stefon Diggs would be downgrade for Patriots

DJ Moore replacing Stefon Diggs would be clear downgrade for Patriots

The New England Patriots are now in the wide receiver market after releasing Stefon Diggs on Wednesday. Chicago Bears wideout DJ Moore shouldn't be at the top of their list.

Stefon Diggs sends message to Patriots fans ahead of his release

Five paths Patriots can take to find WR1 after Stefon Diggs' release

Broncos, Ravens and other teams that should target Stefon Diggs after release from Patriots

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The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 4

NFL Rumors: NFC team becomes Chicago Bears’ competition for Maxx Crosby

The Maxx Crosby trade rumors continue to swirl with the Chicago Bears being front and center. While nothing has fully materialized as of yet, the new league year is approaching and the Crosby talk is increasing.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

Can you name every active NFL player to tote the rock at least 900 times so far in their career?

The '150-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Scrimmage-yard leaders since 1970' quiz

The '24 NFL TD's before turning 24' quiz

Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Prioritizing Bears Offensive Line Positions an Issue for Ryan Poles

The disastrous loss of retired center Drew Dalman has Chicago Bears fans reeling, and this should be the case considering how good he was at his job last season.

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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 / ChiCitySports / March 4

Chicago Bears insider drops crucial update on DJ Moore amid Maxx Crosby news

The Chicago Bears are going after a few star NFL players before the start of the league’s new year next week. With center Drew Dalman retiring, the Bears have been looking at potential replacements at center, including Baltimore Ravens star center Tyler Linderbaum.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 4

Bears, Caleb Williams might be wary of Maxx Crosby trade after scathing report

The Chicago Bears are widely viewed as one of the top potential destinations for Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, and Crosby himself may want to play for the defending NFC North champions.

Maxx Crosby News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Bears Fans Can't Throw Away Money Fast Enough on Maxx Crosby Trade

It's little wonder how sports gambling has exploded when there are so many gullible people. Betting odds are based largely on where the money is being placed so the bookies, or Vegas casinos, can make their profit.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 4

NFL Rumors: Chicago Bears linked to former Saints CB to improve overall defense

The Chicago Bears certainly had one of the most exciting defenses in the NFL last year. After all, they led the league in turnovers forced and turnover differential.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 4

Bears’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after NFL Combine

The Chicago Bears have a lot of work to do this offseason if they want to return to the playoffs in 2026. Head coach Ben Johnson said it best himself after Chicago was eliminated from the playoffs: “There is no building off this.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Colin Cowherd Urges Chicago Bears to Trade for Maxx Crosby

The Chicago Bears enter the final days before the 2026 NFL free agency period with a suddenly shifting offseason plan. The unexpected retirement of Drew Dalman created an immediate hole on the offensive line and forced general manager Ryan Poles to reassess priorities.

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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.

Drew Dalman News / ChiCitySports / March 4

Chicago Bears: 3 affordable free agent centers who could replace Drew Dalman after retirement announcement

Last off-season, the Chicago Bears signed free agent center Drew Dalman to help fix their woeful offensive line. He certainly played a huge role in the unit’s turnaround, making the Pro Bowl in his first season with the Bears.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Latest NFL release adds more intrigue to the DJ Moore trade conversation by creating an obvious suitor the Bears should call

As more teams continue to make roster moves ahead of the start of the new league year next week, the Chicago Bears remain quiet but it's clear this team is plotting some big moves.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Bears Projected to Trade Up For Impactful Safety in Latest Mock Draft

The Bears have some important decisions to make at the safety position this offseason. All five of the safeties on the roster last season are pending free agents, and it looks like they'll all be testing the market (barring a last-minute signing of Kevin Byard III, whom Ryan Poles said he wanted to bring back).

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 4

NFL Rumors: Top AFC team being linked to Chicago Bears WR

The rumors of what the Chicago Bears will decide to do with wide receiver DJ Moore continue on. With a few years left on his contract, Moore’s cap hit is $28.5 million, and somehow getting out of that could free up some big cap space for the Bears.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Bears Need to Sign a Free Agent Center Option Who Doesn't Hold

When Ben Johnson said after the season that the Bears had to start all over again, it's a good bet he didn't mean this. Losing center Drew Dalman creates a colossal hole right at the heart of what the Bears built last year.

Tremaine Edmunds News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Bears have an obvious trade partner to deal Tremaine Edmunds and what they could get in return can influence other offseason plans

Blockbuster trades are starting to go down in the NFL ahead of free agency and the Chicago Bears have still been quiet outside of Tuesday's stunning news regarding Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

AFC Contender Named a Top Potential Landing Spot For DJ Moore

DJ Moore has been the subject of trade conversations since midway through the 2025 NFL season. He got passed up by Rome Odunze early on in the year, and both Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland earned increased looks from Caleb Williams down the stretch.

Tyler Linderbaum News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 4

Chicago Bears Face Big Decision on Tyler Linderbaum in 2026 Free Agency

The Chicago Bears suddenly have a major question at center following the unexpected retirement of Drew Dalman. As Chicago evaluates its options ahead of the 2026 offseason, one name continues to surface as the top potential replacement: Tyler Linderbaum.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 4