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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 18
Bleacher Report gives 1 word to describe Chicago Bears offseason
The Chicago Bears have been able to make some solid additions throughout the free agency period of this year’s offseason. Their roster has certainly seen some changes throughout the last week since free agency opened, but has also seemingly improved in that time.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17
NFC Notes: Kyler Murray, Jedrick Wills, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears New Bears OT Jedrick Wills hasn’t played since 2024, when he suffered an injury with the Browns that required realignment of his knee and hips and forced him to miss the entire 2025 season.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Frustration grows after Chicago Bears NFL free agency announcement
The Chicago Bears have been busy reshaping their roster this offseason. General manager Ryan Poles added key pieces on both sides of the ball, trading for center Garrett Bradbury and signing safety Coby Bryant.
The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
NFLPA exposed as beyond repair with JC Tretter's election as executive director
Instead of serving for the player body as a whole, Tretter's election feels like a small group trying to benefit one of their own at the sake of progress. If this is the NFLPA at work, then maybe it's broken.
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 / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of 2026 Chicago Bears Free Agency
Ryan Poles' free agent class has met with generally positive views from the critics, although not the same rave reviews of some recent offseasons. Perhaps this is a good thing considering how many times in recent years the Bears were said to have won the offseason and then failed to produce in the regular season.
D.J. Moore News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Chicago Bears reveal DJ Moore’s actions after trade to Buffalo Bills
One of the difficult decisions the Chicago Bears made this offseason was to trade DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills. The wide receiver was a key part of the Bears’ passing attack, having formed a triumvirate with tight end Colston Loveland and quarterback Caleb Williams.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Steelers think they got a ‘steal’ from Chicago Bears in free agency
The Chicago Bears made a bold move in free agency by letting four safeties walk last week. C.J. Gardner-Johnson (Buffalo Bills), Jaquan Brisker (Pittsburgh Steelers), Kevin Byard III (New England Patriots), and Jonathan Owens (Indianapolis Colts) are with new teams.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 17
What we learned from the Chicago Bears offseason, per The Athletic
The Chicago Bears have been one of the more aggressive teams in free agency thus far. While they have used a significant amount of their available cap space, they have made a mark on the team right now.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 17
A top center in the 2026 NFL Draft adds more fire to the speculations of joining the Bears after detailing his Pro Day experience
The biggest shock of the offseason for the Chicago Bears was the sudden retirement of 27-year-old Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman, one year into a three-year, $42 million deal he signed last free agency.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
Chicago Bears Make a Head-Scratching Move in Joel Klatt's Latest Mock Draft
The Bears still have several weaknesses on the defensive side of the ball. However, they also have a newfound need (albeit a much less pressing one) for a receiver after trading DJ Moore to Buffalo ahead of free agency.
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.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Biggest mistake Bears made in Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency
The Chicago Bears went into the offseason planning to make major changes on defense. Through the first week of free agency, that goal has certainly come into fruition.
Mike Krzyzewski News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Coach K reveals why he wasn’t a fan of AJ Hawk and the Packers
Former Duke and Team USA head coach Mike Krzyzewski is no longer coaching college basketball after retiring in 2022 after several successful years in the game.
Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / March 17
Dolphins’ latest trade signals a full rebuild and the Bears should capitalize by calling about an elite weapon for Ben Johnson
Another bombshell trade has happened in the NFL after the first week of free agency after the Miami Dolphins agreed to trade wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a first-round pick and more.
Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Maxx Crosby trade likely out, so Mel Kiper gives Bears an edge in mock draft
With their Maxx Crosby trade pursuit being unsuccessful, the Chicago Bears still have a glaring need at pass rusher. The 2026 NFL Draft may be their best opportunity to fill the role.
Rome Odunze News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Chicago Bears: Rome Odunze’s comment on his girlfriend draws attention
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is in a long-term relationship with Alannah Davidson. Both went to the University of Washington, where they started dating in March 2022 and have been inseparable since.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
Mel Kiper Jr.’s Latest Mock Draft Has Chicago Bears Addressing Edge Rusher at No. 25
If you’ve watched the Chicago Bears over the last couple of seasons, you already know the problem. The pass rush just hasn’t been good enough. And in Mel Kiper Jr's latest 2026 NFL mock draft, the Bears lean directly into that reality, sending edge rusher Zion Young to Chicago with the No.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
Chicago Bears 4-Round Mock Draft After the First Wave of Free Agency
The Bears shored up a few positions through free agency. However, it's fair to question whether they're a better team right now than they were one month ago.
NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 17
Chicago Bears get secondary help in latest PFF mock draft
The Chicago Bears were able to address a few of their needs during the first week of NFL free agency. However, they knew going in that they have a treasure trove of draft picks to use to improve their roster.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 17
Bears Labeled a 'Success-Builder' After First Wave of Free Agency
Unlike the 2025 offseason, the Chicago Bears did not exactly dazzle the NFL with a series of big moves at the start of free agency this year. In fact, one of the main takeaways from the Bears' first wave of free agency was how general manager Ryan Poles has seemingly learned not to panic and overpay in free agency.
Jalen Reeves-Maybin News / Field Level Media / March 16
NFLPA re-elects Jalen Reeves-Maybin as president
The NFL Players Association's board of player representatives re-elected linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin as union president on Sunday. "I'm honored that the Board has trusted me to continue serving as president," he said in a statement.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16
Multiple Ryan Poles draft picks are on the hot seat with the Bears following additions made in the first week of free agency
The Chicago Bears made a total of 16 moves this offseason between the external additions and re-signings/extensions that were made. More moves are on the way with the 2026 NFL Draft coming up next week and the potential always there to restructure contracts and make more additions.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 16
Bears 2026 Way-To-Early 53-Man Roster Projection: Chicago adds eight new faces but questions arise if improvement was actually made
Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles took a strategic approach to the team's offseason going into the second season under head coach Ben Johnson and opted not to swing for the fences with the perceived Super Bowl window wide open.
Jedrick Wills News / Football Analysis / March 16
Bears Sign 2020 No. 10 Pick Jedrick Wills—Financial Terms Not Disclosed
The Chicago Bears signed offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., the 2020 No. 10 overall pick, to a one-year contract with financial terms undisclosed. Wills missed all of 2025 while rehabbing an MCL tear, and his return represents a low-risk reclamation opportunity.
Ryan Poles News / NHANFL / March 16
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.
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