Chicago’s preference for offensive players left a few voids on the defensive side.
The Chicago Bears made a major statement when they selected tight end Colston Loveland with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. With three more picks inside the top 75, the Bears will have ample opportunity to bolster multiple areas on their roster.
The entire NFL Draft community has been trying to predict what the Chicago Bears will do with their No. 10 overall pick. However, the Bears have enough draft ammunition to make things interesting beyond just No. 10.
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One area the Chicago Bears could target throughout the 2025 NFL Draft is pass rush. While the team has Montez Sweat and recent signee Dayo Odeyingbo, the Bears know they need a bit more firepower across their defensive line to compete with the NFL’s elites.
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While they already had Montez Sweat on their roster, the Chicago Bears knew they wanted to add an extra thump to their pass rush. Which is why the Bears went out and signed Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million contract.
Along with addressing the offensive line this offseason, bringing in and developing edge rushers is a top priority for the Chicago Bears entering 2025.
What the Chicago Bears do with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft in anyone’s best guess. But fans and analysts alike will continue trying to decipher Chicago’s draft plans until the pick is officially in.
While the Chicago Bears continue to build out their defense, Montez Sweat is the unquestioned leader on the defensive line. The Bears signed Sweat to a four-year, $98 million extension with the hopes of him being one of the most feared pass rushers in the league.
When fans and pundits talk about the Chicago Bears new-look defense, it is usually because of the defensive line. After all, the Bears went out and spent nearly $100 million to create a brand new look in the trenches.
With the Chicago Bears going on a free agency spending spree, what they do with the No. 10 overall pick has become a bit more obscure. They’ve filled many of their pressing needs, meaning their first round pick could go in numerous different directions.
The Chicago Bears made a major free agent commitment to Dayo Odeyingbo. However, the Bears were more confident in their deal knowing the defensive end would be playing next to Montez Sweat.
The Chicago Bears opened the legal tampering window by bolstering their offensive line with Drew Dalman. Now, the Bears are ensuring Montez Sweat has a bit more firepower next to him on the defensive line.
Chicago Bears fans can go ahead and keep their Khalil Mack jerseys in storage.The return of the Mack isn't happening. But that doesn't mean the Bears are out of luck when it comes to adding a talented defensive end to pair up with Montez Sweat.
Eagles DE Josh Sweat is poised to do quite well for himself as an unrestricted free agent, as quality pass rushers don’t often hit the market when they’re still in their prime.
The Chicago Bears have been diligent in improving their offensive line, swinging trades for veteran offensive lineman Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson. If the Bears continue addressing their offensive line prior to the draft, their priorities might change when they’re on the clock.
If general manager Ryan Poles is going to dramatically improve the Chicago Bears‘ defense this offseason, it starts with adding a dominant pass rusher.
As the Chicago Bears look to add a bit more firepower to their defense, finding a strong pairing for edge rusher Montez Sweat will be key to success. Perhaps the best option for the Bears is turning back the clock.
With NFL free agency nearby, the Chicago Bears must sign an elite pass-rusher to boost the defense. Since 2022, the Bears pass rush has struggled greatly.
Until the pick is actually in, fans and pundits will speculate on who the Chicago Bears will select at No. 10 in the 2025 NFL Draft. In one the latest NFL mock drafts released, the Bears add a true playmaker for head coach Ben Johnson’s new offense.
The Bears had edge rusher Montez Sweat working on a limited basis Thursday after a shin injury he suffered in Sunday's loss at Washington. A day after they held only a walk-through due to too many offensive line injuries, the Bears had their top pass rusher working.
Montez Sweat established himself as one of the best pass-rushers in the NFL during his time with the Washington Commanders, but he does not have very fond memories of the first four-plus seasons of his career.
Edge rusher Montez Sweat was traded from the Washington Commanders to the Chicago Bears 10 months ago. The 2023 Pro Bowler discussed his first four-plus seasons in the nation's capital in a recent interview and didn't have the most pleasant things to say about his exit from the organization.
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