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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.

Caleb Williams News / The SportsRush / March 15

NFL Analyst Claims Caleb Williams, Bears Will Easily Have More Than 9 Wins in 2026

The Chicago Bears look like a vicious team going into 2026, especially with the players they added from free agency and the ones they will add through the draft.

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Caleb Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 15

The reunion that must succeed for Bears’ Caleb Williams to make superstar leap

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams took a massive step forward in head coach Ben Johnson’s first year at the helm. However, the QB must now embrace a massive change up front.

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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 15

Chicago Bears: Ryan Poles explains why team chose Coby Bryant over Kevin Byard in 2026 NFL free agency

The Chicago Bears led the NFL in turnovers forced in 2025. One of their starting safeties, Kevin Byard, led the league with seven interceptions. He was also named to the Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 15

Top 10 Chicago Bears Candidates Poised for Breakout Seasons in 2026

Breakout years come in all shapes and sizes, like the players who have them. They're highly subjective situations and not based solely on a number or some analytic website's assessment.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 15

1 draft problem Bears are facing after Ryan Poles confirms Maxx Crosby talks

The Chicago Bears have an obvious need at edge rusher opposite of Montez Sweat. Chicago made a push to trade for Maxx Crosby, but ultimately broke off their pursuit due to high asking price.

Jedrick Wills News / ChiCitySports / March 15

Chicago Bears: Jerdrick Wills Jr. reveals injury that cost him 2025 was worse than people thought

The Chicago Bears entered the 2026 NFL off-season knowing that they would need to find a stop-gap left tackle. Ozzy Trapilo is their future at the position, but he will miss most, if not all, of the 2026 season with a knee injury.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 15

Grading the Chicago Bears' Signings From the First Week of Free Agency

The Chicago Bears have had a very interesting offseason thus far. They didn't have much spending money this time last month, but a swath of high-caliber cap-cutting measures put them in a good position to make some moves.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 15

Chicago Bears: Biggest weakness after NFL free agency’s first wave

The Chicago Bears are continuing to make moves this offseason to bolster the roster. The team has seen some talent leave, but it has also added some significant pieces.

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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.

Maxx Crosby News / ChiCitySports / March 14

Chicago Bears now have the finances to trade for Raiders’ Maxx Crosby: Report

With reports coming on March 6 of the Las Vegas Raiders agreeing to trade Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, the Chicago Bears planned their free agency around the idea that they could not land the star pass rusher.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 14

Chicago Bears: Simone Biles turns heads after NFL announcement

Chicago Bears fans had a mixed reaction to Simone Biles following Jonathan Owens’ signing with the Indiana Colts. The bemedalled Olympic gymnast was a fixture in Bears games as she cheered for her husband.

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Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / March 14

Chicago Bears’ Move To Indiana Is No Joke: Arlington Heights Mayor Sends Out Warning

The Chicago Bears could be on the move, with a relocation to Indiana now considered a very real possibility. Indiana is ready to welcome the resurgent franchise, with a stadium location already picked out.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 14

Chicago Bears: former wide receiver signs with New York Giants in 2026 NFL free agency

The Chicago Bears have been slowly but surely revamping their wide receiver room. Over the past few seasons, they have allowed veteran pass catchers to leave while drafting younger wide receivers to replace them.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 14

Chicago Bears on notice for end of March to make Indiana stadium decision

The Chicago Bears appear to be making more progress with the state of Indiana to build their new stadium than with Illinois for the Arlington Heights location.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 14

New 2026 NFL Mock Draft Sends Disruptive Defensive Lineman to Chicago Bears at No. 25

The Chicago Bears have already made it clear this offseason: the defense is getting a makeover. Free agency brought several new faces into the building, including linebacker Devin Bush and safety Coby Bryant, but a new mock draft from The Athletic suggests the Bears may not be done strengthening the middle of the defense.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14

10 best NFL free-agent signings of the past 20 years: See where Brees, Brady, Manning and more rank

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NFL News / The Spun / March 14

Simone Biles Reacts To Husband Leaving Chicago Bears In Free Agency

Simone Biles' husband, NFL safety Jonathan Owens, will suit up for his fourth team when the 2026 season begins. Owens, who started his NFL career with the Houston Texans and Green Bay Packers, spent the past two seasons with the Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Bears bring back veteran CB on 1-year deal

The Chicago Bears are bringing back veteran cornerback Jaylon Jones on a one-year contract, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Friday. The move will keep one of the team’s experienced reserve defensive backs in Chicago, following the departure of several members of the secondary in free agency.

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 14

Chicago Bears Re-Sign Pro Bowl CB To 1-Year Deal

The Chicago Bears have done a lot of work on their secondary this offseason. They have let many of the pieces from last year move on in free agency. Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker signed deals with other teams but the team brought in Super Bowl champion Coby Bryant and ex-Rams CB Cobie Durant.