Chicago Bears: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 9

Analyzing the Historical Hit Rate of Cornerbacks in the Chicago Bears’ Draft Window

This is my fourth installment in this series ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. I previously covered each of the following positions: 1. Defensive Tackle 2. Defensive End 3.

Chicago Bears News / Football Analysis / April 9

Bears Give Illinois ‘One Last Chance’ Before $1B Indiana Deal Ends 107-Year Chicago Era

The Chicago Bears, founded in 1919 and tenants of the NFL’s oldest stadium for over five decades, are weeks away from a decision that could sever a 107-year bond with Chicago.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Proposed Trade Target for Bears Would Amount to Expensive Risk for Chicago

While certainly not their biggest need, the Chicago Bears should look to add more help at cornerback this offseason. The departure of Nahshon Wright in free agency to the New York Jets has left the Bears in a tough spot because it means they may have to depend on Tyrique Stevenson in a starting role.

Stephon Gilmore News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Five Questions to Ask About the Bears Making a Move for Dexter Lawrence

Any way you slice it, the chances of Dexter Lawrence becoming a Bears defensive tackle look very long at best. Lawrence can be a dominant force inside, although he wasn't last year.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / April 8

Bears QB Caleb Williams Reveals Plans For F1 Team In Post-Football Career

Professional athletes frequently look beyond the playing field to secure their long-term legacies. Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is taking this approach to heart early in his professional journey.

Ben Johnson News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Ben Johnson Majorly Disrespected in Latest NFL Head Coach Rankings

It didn't take long for Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson to make believers out of the naysayers. Despite his sterling record as the offensive guru

Caleb Williams News / HITC / April 8

Chicago Bears star Caleb Williams unveils F1 team plans after NFL career

Caleb Williams has already started planning life after the NFL, revealing ambitions that stretch far beyond football and into the world of Formula 1. The Chicago Bears quarterback is still at the beginning of his professional career, but his mindset reflects a long-term vision that includes business, investment, and global sport.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

The Picks Ryan Poles Made and Could Have Made Can Frustrate Bears Fans

The Bears have trumpeted their cooperation between coaches and personnel as a key to last year's draft, and the reason they think this year can work the same way with improving their defense .

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft Target Takes Steep Fall Down Analyst's Board

The Chicago Bears could use the kind of burst defensive tackle Peter Woods has. Examples of it are littered all over his film. But Essentially Sports' draft analyst Tony Pauline disagrees.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Bears Take a Swing at Edge Rusher Upside in the First Round of Latest Mock Draft

When the Bears have been mocked an edge rusher in the first round, it seems like Missouri edge rusher Zion Young has been the player shipped to them 90% of the time.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Matt Forte Speaks to Bears on SI About Bears' 2025 Season and 2026 NFL Draft

"Yeah, I'm pretty indignant about it," Matt Forte responds. I asked the legendary Chicago Bears running back what he thinks about how his position tends to be devalued in the NFL these days, and he launched into what was by far his longest answer from our entire conversation.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Schedule Makers Need to Give Bears Top Billing Over Tired Old KC

Chances for the Bears making an overseas appearance this season seem somewhat less likely after a request made by the Kansas City Chiefs. In other words, the Chiefs could be helping the Bears catch a break even as the schedule is being formed.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

The 'NCAA men's basketball champions' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Bears Named One of the Most Likely Landing Spots For Dexter Lawrence

Dexter Lawrence might be coming off a down year, but he's still one of the league's top game-wreckers when he's at his best. Pro Football Focus might be

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Positions Bears Can Safely Ignore Until at Least Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears find themselves in a tough spot going into the 2026 NFL Draft because the team only has seven picks in total. To make matters worse, Chicago has a massive gap between its first Day 3 pick and its final two.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

What QB's Halas Hall Visit Could Mean for Tyson Bagent's Fate

When the Bears traveled to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine, coach Ben Johnson cracked up the media with his coughing sound effect after the mention backup quarterback Tyson Bagent could be traded.

Roger Goodell News / Football Analysis / April 8

Bears Flew To Goodell’s Office And Begged For Their Draft Picks—NFL Said ‘The Matter Is Now Closed’

Chicago Bears chairman George McCaskey, president Kevin Warren, and GM Ryan Poles flew to New York and sat across from Commissioner Roger Goodell. Their ask was simple: two third-round compensatory picks owed to them under the Rooney Rule after the Atlanta Falcons hired assistant GM Ian Cunningham.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 8

Four Mistakes the Bears Can't Afford to Make in the 2026 NFL Draft

The annual NFL draft is usually a glorified guessing game for the league's general managers, especially beyond the first few picks. They have to hope that their scouting departments did a good job of evaluating players, then trust that these players will live up to expectations.

Clemson Tigers News / ChiCitySports / April 7

Chicago Bears select this offensive lineman in CBS Sports’ latest mock draft

The Chicago Bears have some interesting routes they can go in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. While there are a handful of players most mock drafts have them taking with the 25th pick, it all depends on how the first 24 picks go.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 7

Chicago Bears could address this need in the 2026 NFL Draft

Despite improving the defense during free agency, the Chicago Bears are still in need of making some improvements during the NFL Draft. The team has some draft capital in the first few rounds to play with and get some solid players.