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Bears' Updated Cap Space Figure Before 2026 NFL Draft Shows More Moves Are Coming

The Chicago Bears have been limited in what they can do during the 2026 offseason because of a of a cap space crunch. Ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Bears are working with about $1 million in cap space, according to Spotrac, tied for the lowest amount in the league with the Miami Dolphins.

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Caleb Williams and DJ Moore Were Closer Than the Numbers Suggest

Caleb Williams' relationship with former Bears wide receiver DJ Moore often came into question because the two just didn't seem to find the connection on the field the way Moore had with former Bears QB Justin Fields.

Coby Bryant News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21

A Drafted Bears Safety Could Benefit From Past Coby Bryant Mentoring

New starting safety Coby Bryant is more than a scheme fit for the Bears in the secondary. He seems to be an ideal fit for the role in another specific way for this season.

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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?

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 21

Three final bold predictions for the Chicago Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft as Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson work to finalize draft plans

The 2026 NFL Draft is just two days away from kicking off in Pittsburgh and the Chicago Bears remain one of the most uncertain teams to predict with Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson leading the draft room.

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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.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21

Six Boom-or-Bust Prospects the Bears Could Pick in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft

The annual NFL draft is always a bit of a guessing game, especially once you move outside of the first five picks or so. The Chicago Bears will be making the 25th selection, unless they execute one of these trade-up or trade-down scenarios, and that could pose a major challenge.

Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / April 21

Cole Kmet’s wife gets emotional over Chicago Bears message

Cole Kmet has been a steady presence for the Chicago Bears since being selected 43rd overall in the 2020 NFL Draft. The 27-year-old tight end has emerged as a reliable contributor in the team’s evolving offense. Kmet entered the 2025 season as the longest-tenured member of the Bears’ roster.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21

One Dream NFL Draft Trade That Could Change the Chicago Bears Overnight

The back end of the first round is where trades most often occur on draft night. Over the past five years, the final ten picks have been traded nearly half the time.

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.

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / April 21

Caleb Williams calls Luther Burden’s rookie year ‘exciting’ to watch

The Chicago Bears made the decision to move on from wide receiver DJ Moore this offseason, creating some cap space with the trade to Buffalo. Not only did the Bears free up some cap space, they got a second-round pick as well.

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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.

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 / ChiCitySports / April 20

Caleb Williams had to ‘step away from football’ after hard year with Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams took a great step in his career in 2025. Working under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, Williams started the season a little slow before gaining momentum around the middle of the season.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

Cole Kmet News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20

Cole Kmet's Insight Provides Certainty and Humor About His Bears Role

Bears tight end Cole Kmet heard something from coaches right after the 2025 season ended that put him at ease immediately, even while his fans seemed a little uneasy.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 20

Chicago Bears: Illinois teachers create new hurdle for stadium project

In one week, the Chicago Bears will meet with the NFL stadium committee to provide an update on where they stand with the new stadium project. With time

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20

Bears Should Strongly Consider Trading Tyson Bagent to the Steelers

Tyson Bagent is one of the league's best backup quarterbacks. In fact, Ben Johnson thinks he's even good enough to be a starter. However, with Caleb Williams blossoming into one of the league's most exciting young signal callers, he'll never get that opportunity in Chicago.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 20

Bears' Jager Burton Visit Shows Ryan Poles has Potential Plan for Life After Bradbury

The Chicago Bears found themselves in a pickle early this offseason. Their dominant offensive line from 2025 had already lost one member for most of 2026, left tackle Ozzy Trapilo.

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.

Chicago Bears News / Total Pro Sports / April 20