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Post-Draft NFC North Power Rankings: First-Round Steal Keeps Bears in Control of Division

With the 2026 NFL draft concluded, every NFL roster is just about set. There'll be some minor changes over the summer, additions and subtractions made at the fringes of the depth chart, but I think now we have a pretty good idea of what each team is going to look like in September.

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NFL Expert Grades Chicago Bears on 2026 Draft Class

CHICAGO — The EasySportz NFL expert released team-by-team draft grades for all 32 clubs, with the Chicago Bears earning a solid B for a steady 2026 class that prioritized balance over flash.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 27

Former Chicago Bears RB makes UFL history over weekend

Former Chicago Bears running back Ian Wheeler became a fan favorite during the team’s appearance on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” a few years back. His story was one that captured the hearts of Bears fans after he earned a spot in training camp as an undrafted rookie.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Low-cost free agents the Chicago Bears can still look to bring in to round out the 90-man roster after the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears’ roster sits at 85 players following the seven player draft class and the 12 UDFA signings, here are some low-cost free agents the team can consider bringing on to the 90-man roster.

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3 Free Agent Bears Can Still Sign to Make Up For 2026 NFL Draft Blunders

As the first two days of the 2026 NFL Draft came and went, Chicago Bears fans were dismayed at the approach. The expectation was that the Bears would address

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Chicago Bears Ben Johnson Raves About 2nd-Round Pick Logan Jones

When starting center Drew Dalman announced his surprise retirement this offseason, the Chicago Bears suddenly had a glaring hole in the middle of their offensive line.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Risky prospects with sky-high ceilings who could make or break the Chicago Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft class

The Chicago Bears made some questionable selections during the 2026 NFL Draft but the vision for those controversial picks can make sense after hearing from general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 27

Chicago Bears urged to sign 7x Pro Bowl pass rusher after ignoring position in 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears entered the 2026 NFL Draft with a plethora of needs they had to address. Among these was their secondary, and they spent their first round pick on Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 27

7 winners and losers from the Chicago Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft, including a former fifth-round pick with a clear path to a starting job

The Chicago Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft class will send a ripple effect throughout the entire roster going into the 2026 season, but some players got an added sense of security after this past weekend.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 27

Bears Late-Round Draft Picks and UDFAs Who Have Best Shot to Make the Roster

With the dust having settled from the 2026 NFL Draft, it's now time to take a deeper dive into the Chicago Bears' class until we see the group on the practice field for the first time at rookie minicamp.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Chicago Bears are putting serious faith in returning players to fix glaring roster flaws after the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears had a solid weekend during the 2026 NFL Draft but the process was not anything the fanbase expected to see from general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson, leading to some major questions.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 27

Chicago Bears get middling grade for their 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears were aggressive with adding skill to the team in the 2026 NFL Draft. General manager Ryan Poles had seven picks to work with and made sure the roster was filling some of their biggest holes.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 27

How Many Bears Rookies Will Actually Make an Impact in 2026 — and Where

We would be shocked if Thieneman isn't a Day 1 starter, not just because of the Bears' uncertainty at safety, but also because of his obvious talent that made him a first-round pick.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 27

Chicago Bears invite son of franchise legend to try out at rookie mini camp

The Chicago Bears were shocked earlier this off-season when Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman suddenly decided to retire from the NFL. To replace him in the short-term, the Bears traded DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills for Garrett Bradbury, who has one year remaining on his current contract.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Bears Post-Draft 53-Man Roster Projection: Ben Johnson hopes Chicago added the final pieces needed to compete for a Super Bowl

The Chicago Bears added seven new draft picks and 12 new UDFA signings over the weekend, now is the perfect time to assess the roster and project who will make the squad for the 2026 season.

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Four Bold Predictions for the Chicago Bears' 2026 NFL Draft Class

The 2026 NFL draft saw a lot of firsts and historic picks for the Chicago Bears. Their highly graded selection of Dillon Thieneman marked the first time

Chicago Bears News / College Football News / April 27

Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft: CFN College Football Take on Every Pick

Is this it? Is this the draft that gets Chicago to that one extra level needed to be Super Bowl bound? There were big needs to fill, but there's still more work to do through free agency to fill in the gaps.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / April 27

Bears Restructure Contracts Of TE Cole Kmet, OL Jonah Jackson

The Bears restructured the contracts of tight end Cole Kmet and offensive lineman Jonah Jackson to open up salary cap space before the 2026 NFL Draft, per Jason Fitzgerald of OverTheCap.

Coby Bryant News / ChiCitySports / April 26

Coby Bryant’s cryptic reaction to Chicago Bears’ major NFL draft move

Coby Bryant signed with the Chicago Bears on March 12 after four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks. The team quickly moved to address the hole at the safety position after other teams signed Kevin Byard III, Jaquan Brisker and Jonathan Owens in free agency.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 26

Ben Johnson’s immediate reaction to major Chicago Bears decision

The Chicago Bears had a clear need at safety entering the 2026 NFL draft. They selected Dillon Thieneman with their No 25 pick. The former Oregon safety played two seasons with the Purdue Boilermakers before transferring to the Ducks for the 2025 campaign.

Dennis Allen News / ChiCitySports / April 26

Chicago Bears throw DC Dennis Allen under the bus

The Chicago Bears drafted as if the rushing the pass wasn’t the biggest problem with the roster. The Bears waited until the sixth round to take Georgia Tech defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg, the first defensive lineman the team took in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Colston Loveland News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

NFC Notes: Colston Loveland, Blake Miller, Dillon Thieneman, Bears, Lions

Bears TE Colston Loveland enters his second year after a strong rookie campaign that finished with 58 receptions for 713 yards and six touchdowns. Loveland is ready for a larger role in 2026 and believes Chicago has enough offensive weapons to remain successful. “I think we’ve got weapons all over,” Loveland said, via NFL.com.

Caleb Williams 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.

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