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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
One Thing the Bears Cannot Afford to Get Wrong in the NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears are entering the NFL Draft with momentum. After a great season and a playoff run, expectations are higher, and the margin for error is smaller.
Chicago Bears News / HITC / April 22
Bears call it competition at left tackle, corner, and safety but the stats say otherwise
While the Bears have talked a lot about adding competition to the roster, the play on the field hasn’t quite matched up with those intentions. Braxton Jones posted a 55.5 PFF grade in 2025 and ended up losing his spot in the lineup.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 22
Bears' Agility, Adaptability Makes Chicago Total Wild Card at No. 25 in NFL Draft
For any Chicago Bears fans thinking they have things figured out or are even close to having things figured out when it comes to what the team will do in the 2026 NFL Draft, don't count your chickens before they hatch.
The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz
Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?
Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / April 22
Bears Emerge as Contender to Land 25-TD Weapon for Caleb Williams
The Chicago Bears and quarterback Caleb Williams have become a legitimate contender in the NFL heading into the 2026 season. After an impressive 2025 campaign, the sky is truly the limit for the team.
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.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 22
Bears’ Caleb Williams finally speaks on DJ Moore trade for first time
Recently, the Bills had a bittersweet reality of their recent roster changes, and they are reportedly “not happy” about missing out on the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft after trading the 60th overall pick for DJ Moore.
Chicago Bears News / NFL Analysis Network / April 22
Bears talking about competition at left tackle, corner, and safety but the production says they are replacing starters
The Bears have talked about creating competition at multiple positions this offseason. The production from the players currently in those roles tells a different story.
Chicago 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
Chicago Bears NFL Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round
The 2026 NFL Draft is now only one day away. What better time for a big board? This year's class sets up pretty well for the Bears, as they have a few glaring needs along their defensive line and at the safety position.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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 / 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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