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Drew Dalman Retires From NFL After One Season With Bears

In a stunning move, Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman has told the Bears that he is retiring from the NFL, according to ESPN insider Adam Schefter. Dalman is just 27 years old and has only played five seasons.

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Running the Chicago Bears Offseason in GM Mode

I took over the Chicago Bears in GM Mode with a clear objective: turn a negative cap situation into real flexibility while strengthening key areas of the roster.

Chicago Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / March 3

Pro Bowl offensive lineman is retiring at 27

Pro Bowl offensive lineman Drew Dalman has abruptly decided to retire from the NFL at the age of 27. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Dalman has informed the Chicago Bears of his intention to retire.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Bears just got massive news on big-name defender ahead of NFL free agency with confirmation that he's now headed to the open market

Free agency in the NFL world is set to kick off next week and we're about to cross a critical deadline before the frenzy begins in regards to the franchise tag.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to pass and run for a TD in at least 20 games in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 3

4 NFL Scouting Combine Standouts Who Could Be on the Bears Radar in the First Round

The NFL Scouting Combine is the great equalizer of the pre-draft process. Every player, from the projected top pick to the future practice squad mainstays, is put on the same playing field, and it's often difficult to discern between the two when they're in shorts and a compression shirt.

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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 / Chicago Bears on SI / March 3

Free Agency Projection Has Bears Vying for Trio of Needed Players

The potential for Bears free agency additions appears limited because of their lack of salary cap space. In this respect, a projected free agency landing spot article by Sports Illustrated' Gilberto Manzano and Matt Verderame rings true to real life.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 3

It Sounds Like the Chicago Bears Could Travel to Spain in the 2026 NFL Season

The Atlanta Falcons have a guaranteed 'home' game in Madrid, Spain, in the 2026 NFL Season. The Bears are one of only three teams on their home schedule, along with the Chiefs and Dolphins, to have marketing rights in Spain.

Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 3

Bears insiders dump cold water on Maxx Crosby trade hype

As the 2026 NFL offseason begins to heat up, many Chicago Bears fans want to see their team pull off a blockbuster trade for the disgruntled edge-rusher Maxx Crosby.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 3

How Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson aims to lean into Caleb Williams’ ‘magical talent’ in 2026

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ first season playing in head coach Ben Johnson’s system was a rousing success. Williams powered the Bears to

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 3

Bears' Best Case 2026 NFL Draft Scenario Includes Defensive Overhaul

The Chicago Bears are expected to face more pressure than any other division winner in the 2026 NFL season, and not for no reason. Caleb Williams' breakout season in 2025 propelled the Bears to their first division title since 2018, and their first playoff win, an unbelievable comeback victory over the Packers, since 2010.

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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.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 3

The first free agent domino for the Bears is leaning in a positive direction with a resolution coming sooner than later

The clock is ticking toward the start of free agency next week and the Chicago Bears still have a ton of work after spending last week at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / March 3

Who Should The Chicago Bears Draft 25th Overall?

The Bears need Defense; they finished 29th in yards allowed per game and 24th in points allowed. This defensive style run by Dennis Allen is a turnover machine, leading the league with 33.

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Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 3

NFL confirms one suspicion about the final international game and this detail makes things look even better for Chicago

Throughout the week of the NFL Scouting Combine, the league has been rolling out the various matchups for the international games set to be played during the 2026 regular season.

D.J. Moore News / ChiCitySports / March 3

‘Ideal’ Chicago Bears NFL Draft haul includes burner to replace DJ Moore

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore has been the subject of rampant trade speculation since moments after the 2025 season ended with a loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Playoffs.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 3

Bears get top-ranked player at No. 25 in ESPN mock draft

As the Chicago Bears enter the 2026 NFL Draft, they’ll be looking to add some explosive pieces on the defensive side of the ball. While they won’t pick until No.

Olamide Zaccheaus News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Bears Free Agent Profile: Olamide Zaccheaus' fast start in Chicago fizzled out though one unlikely path to a return still remains

The NFL free agency window is getting closer and closer and the Chicago Bears are set to be an exciting team to watch when the madness begins. Before it gets to that point, the Bears have to first weigh the pros and cons of re-signing the players set to become free agents.