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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
Chicago Bears 7-Round Mock Draft: A Complete Blueprint to Build a Contender
The Chicago Bears are entering a critical stretch as they look to turn a promising roster into a perennial contender. With a strong offensive core already in place, this mock draft focuses on building a defense capable of matching that production.
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Caleb Williams News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Bears Bring Back Offensive Tackle Before Caleb Williams’ 3rd Season
The Chicago Bears made a big statement in 2025 with Caleb Williams as their starting quarterback. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick had a true breakout season and led the team back to the playoffs for the first time in years.
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 / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
Bears Shouldn't Take an Offensive Tackle in Round 1, Despite National Pundit's Declaration
The Chicago Bears have so many needs on the defensive side of the ball that it's imperative the team focuses on them early on in the 2026 NFL Draft. Offensive tackle, on the other hand, isn't a major concern.
Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / April 20
Chicago Bears: Cole Kmet offers up surprising revelation about off-season trade rumors
When the Chicago Bears were knocked out of the NFL Playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams, many expected them to make some significant changes to their roster.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
Mel Kiper's Favorite Edge Rusher Prospect in NFL Draft is Exactly Who Bears Need
While it remains to be seen how the Chicago Bears do it, the team desperately needs to add more help at edge rusher. Chicago is coming off a season in which it tallied just 35 sacks, tied for the seventh-fewest in the NFL, and produced a putrid pass-rush win rate of 29%, the second-worst.
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.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
NFL Draft Buzz Gives Chicago Bears Avenue to Trade D'Andre Swift
If the Chicago Bears are looking to trade running back D'Andre Swift this offseason as he prepares to enter the final year of his contract, the 2026 NFL Draft might give them an avenue to do so.
Ryan Poles News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
Ranking the Spots Where Bears GM Ryan Poles Is Most Likely to Trade
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles has made more than 30 trades since coming on board in the offseason of 2022. Trading during the draft has become like breathing is for him.
Ben Johnson News / A to Z Sports / April 20
Top storylines to watch as the Chicago Bears kick off the 2026 offseason program going into the second season under Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears return to team facilities on Monday for the start of the 2026 offseason program and there’s plenty of storylines to follow leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft later this week.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
What if the Bears Trade Down? Mapping Every Realistic Scenario for 2026 NFL Draft
It's finally draft week in the NFL. The first round of the 2026 NFL draft will kick off on Thursday night, and the Chicago Bears, after a triumphant Wild Card victory over the Green Bay Packers in 2025, will be picking near the back of the round for the first time in many years.
Dennis Allen News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20
Malachi Lawrence Falls Short of What Dennis Allen Needs for Bears' Defense
We know the Chicago Bears need to add an EDGE to increase their sack production, but it would be ideal if that same edge rusher can improve the Bears' run defense, also.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 20
Bears Final 7-Round Mock Draft: Chicago loads up on defense in an effort to achieve similar immediate success from the rookie class
Final 2026 NFL mock draft for the Chicago Bears starting with the 25th overall pick in the first-round, including a Day 2 trade down and high priority undrafted free agent targets to watch.
Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20
Bears’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade
The Chicago Bears are entering the 2026 NFL Draft in a rare but powerful position. They are certainly aggressive enough to contend but still perhaps one bold move away from truly threatening the NFC elite.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 19
Bears pass on edge target with Dolphins trade in NFL.com mock draft
When the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft comes around, many analysts believe the Chicago Bears will select a pass rusher. However, not everyone is on board with those plans.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Ex-Chicago Bears star Alshon Jeffery faces charges
Former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl wide receiver Alshon Jeffery, once one of the franchise’s most dynamic offensive weapons, is now facing serious legal trouble.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Bleacher Report predicts this massive Chicago Bears trade before NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears have been aggressive in adding talent throughout the last few offseasons. With a young core of their roster, adding veterans is a bit easier to do.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 19
4 Current Chicago Bears Players Who Could Lose Their Jobs on Draft Night
Finding impact players through the NFL Draft has always been the best way for teams to build a serious contender. However, each new opportunity that gets created on draft night effectively closes the door on a veteran looking to fortify their roster spot or starting job.
Chicago Bears News / Football Analysis / April 19
Bears’ $5B Stadium Ultimatum Hits NFL Owners—6 Weeks Or Indiana Gets 105-Year Franchise
A group of NFL owners sits in a conference room as a calendar invite appears for the week of April 27. The topic is the future of the Chicago Bears’ stadium.
Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Clock is ticking on Bears to make stadium relocation decision
The Chicago Bears face mounting pressure to decide the future home of a new domed stadium as they prepare to leave Soldier Field after 50 years. NFL stadium
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 16
These three teams should trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft
With the Las Vegas Raiders holding the No. 1 overall pick and widely projected to select Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, several contending or rebuilding teams sit in the middle or back of the first round with the motivation and ability to move up.
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