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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13
One Trade Up and Trade Down Scenario for Bears in First Round of 2026 NFL Draft
When it comes to the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Chicago Bears, there are a slew of possibilities. As we've seen in the past, general manager Ryan Poles isn't afraid to make trades, especially when it comes to trading back, which he has done several times during his tenure.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13
What Are the Bears' Odds of Finding a Quality Offensive Tackle in Round 1?
This is my fifth and final position evaluation that I will be analyzing ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. I wanted to cover each of the positions that I could see the Bears targeting in the first round.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13
Bears 3-Round Mock Draft: Chicago Takes a Big Swing With Trade-Up, Defensive Gains
The Chicago Bears are entering an exciting window as they look to turn their talented roster into a true contender. With a promising offense already in place, this three-round mock draft focuses on building a defense that is just as ready to compete.
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?
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 13
Bears 7-Round 2026 Mock Draft: Chicago goes with a surprise position in the first-round with a new take on the best player available plan
The Chicago Bears continue to be a hard team to predict with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and the team’s BPA approach means we can’t rule out any position as an option.
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.
Ben Johnson News / Football Analysis / April 13
Ben Johnson Ends Bears’ 15-Year Playoff Drought—Lions Collapse 6 Games Without Him
When Ben Johnson walked out of Allen Park and into Halas Hall on January 21, 2025, he didn’t just change jobs. He rearranged the entire NFC North. For three years in Detroit, Johnson had built the most efficient offense in football — a motion-heavy, misdirection-laced machine that had just gone 15-2 and scored a franchise-record 564 points.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 13
Popular Bears 2026 NFL Draft Target May No Longer Be Within Reach in First Round
Among the countless mocks we've seen for the Chicago Bears, Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman has been a popular choice. That's because the Bears have a clear need at the position.
D.J. Moore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 12
NFC Notes: D.J. Moore, Offseason Moves, Bears, Lions, Packers
Mike Sando of The Athletic notes the Bills traded a second-round pick to acquire WR D.J. Moore: “Good player — wish we could have gotten him.” Defensive priorities were addressed with safety Coby Bryant and linebacker Devin Bush: “You cannot bank on that stuff.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12
Predicted Bears Blockbuster Trade Would Take Chicago's Defense to Championship Level
With the 2026 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, the expectation is the Chicago Bears will add to the interior of their defensive line. There's a few reasons why that's the case.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12
UFL Trick Play is Perfect Design for Bears' Ben Johnson and Colston Loveland
When the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson as their next head coach, many fans and analysts were excited to see what kind of trick play concepts he would bring over from Detroit.
Tyson Bagent News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12
Proposed Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft Trade Could Happen After Offseason Re-Signing
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been the subject of trade talk this offseason and one analyst believes it's possible the young signal-caller could get moved during the 2026 NFL Draft.
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 / The Spun / April 12
Caleb Williams Facing Backlash For His Offseason Travel Decision
Caleb Williams had a brilliant second season with the Chicago Bears. The former No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick led the Bears to the playoffs in his second season.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12
Bears Predicted to Add Electric Playmaker for Underrated Need in 2026 NFL Draft
While so much attention has rightly been on which defensive players the Chicago Bears could take in the 2026 NFL Draft, conversations about the offense have been minimal.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 12
Ted Ginn Jr. arrested for DUI
Columbus Aviators head coach Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested on Saturday in Texas on a driving while intoxicated charge, a day before his team’s next game. Ginn was arrested by the Euless Police Department in Tarrant County and booked into the county jail under the name Theodore Ginn, per Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Robbie Hoy.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 12
Ranking Every Bears' Draft Class of the Last Decade From Franchise-Changing to Forgettable
The Chicago Bears have seen some historic draft classes in recent years. In 2021, they selected a first-round quarterback for just the third time in the 21st century.
UFL Head Coach, Ex-NFL WR Ted Ginn Jr. Arrested For DUI
Former NFL wide receiver turned football coach Ted Ginn Jr. is facing some pretty serious charges in Texas this weekend. And it comes just one day before he was supposed to coach a game.
Chicago Bears News / Gridiron Heroics / April 11
'Really Excited': Chicago Bears Counting on 2nd-Round DT to Break Out
The Chicago Bears could address the defensive tackle position in the upcoming draft, with many projecting they will draft either Kayden McDonald, Peter Woods, or Caleb Banks 25th overall.
Caleb Williams News / Total Apex Sports / April 10
Caleb Williams Shows Off Leadership Skills By Organizing Team Offseason Workout
The Chicago Bears are gearing up for a highly anticipated 2026 campaign. Before the official offseason program kicks off under new head coach Ben Johnson, quarterback Caleb Williams is already taking matters into his own hands.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 10
Bears have a clear way to land a rookie left tackle option without using the 25th overall pick — and this prospect already has a fan in the building
The Chicago Bears still have some lingering uncertainty that the left tackle position, but the team has other ways to address the need in the 2026 NFL Draft without using their first-round selection.
Chicago Bears News / Gridiron Heroics / April 9
NFL Expert Higlights Chicago Bears’ ‘Surprising Need’ They Can Answer in NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears are heading into the 2026 NFL Draft with a roster that appears improved, yet recent NFL analysis has highlighted a surprising need that could shape their approach.
Cameron Jordan News / Yardbarker / April 9
There's one obvious fit for Cameron Jordan
The Saints' all-time leader in sacks acknowledged that the business side of the game might lead him away from the Big Easy, and there should be a strong interest in his services after the NFL Draft.
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.
Dexter Lawrence News / Yardbarker / April 7
Only one team makes sense for a Dexter Lawrence II trade
For the past two offseasons, Lawrence has been trying to get a raise with the New York Giants, but to no avail.
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