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Bears | Darnell Wright's option picked up Mon Apr 20, 01:32 PM
Chicago Bears OT Darnell Wright had his fifth-year option exercised Monday, April 20, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Link to storyChicago Bears DTs Gervon Dexter Sr. and Grady Jarrett are really the only veteran defensive tackles on the current roster, so the team figures to look to the 2026 NFL Draft for help in that area. The team didn't address the position in a significant way in the offseason, so many expect the team to pick a player for the middle of the defensive line early in the draft. Multiple players such as University of Florida DT Caleb Banks, Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald, University of Georgia DT Christen Miller and Clemson DT Peter Woods could fit the bill.
Link to storyGrady Jarrett player page
Ohio State S Caleb Downs will more than likely be gone by the No. 25 pick, but the Chicago Bears might be able to select Toledo S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren or Oregon S Dillon Thieneman are the spot, should they elect to take a safety in the first round. The team has just three safeties on the current roster, with one starting job to be filled, after losing S Jaquan Brisker and S Kevin Byard in the offseason.
Link to storyOle Miss WR De'Zhaun Stribling had a 'Top 30' visit with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, April 15.
Link to storyMiami (FL) CB Keionte Scott is having a 'Top 30' visit with the Chicago Bears Monday, April 13, according to a source.
Link to storyUtah OT Caleb Lomu is having a 'Top 30' visit with the Chicago Bears Friday, April 10, according to a source.
Link to storyMissouri DE Zion Young is 'a popular name' being linked to the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, according to ESPN's Matt Miller.
Link to storyMiami (FL) S Keionte Scott is scheduled to have a 'Top 30' visit with the Chicago Bears before the 2026 NFL Draft, according to a source.
Link to storyKansas State OL Samuel Hecht is receiving a 'lot of interest' from the Chicago Bears, who attended Hecht's pro day and believe he could be the team's future center, according to Tony Pauline of EssentiallySports.com.
Link to storyChicago Bears WR Rome Odunze will be asked to work on limiting his drops and strengthen his fundamentals with the other offensive players during offseason workouts, according to head coach Ben Johnson.
Link to storyFormer Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's hiring by the Atlanta Falcons as their new general manager will not result in the National Football league awarding third-round draft selections in two consecutive years to the Bears as compensation, as was the case in several similar situations in recent years. The NFL's stance was that Cunningham will not serve as the Falcons' top decision maker in their front office despite holding the title of general manager; president of football Matt Ryan will outrank Cunningham and everyone else on Atlanta's management team. The Bears attempted to appeal the decision but the matter will not be reversed.
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Chicago Bears OT Ozzy Trapilo (knee) suffered a 'pretty serious' injury in January, and head coach Ben Johnson said all options are on the table to replace him. The team could look for a short-term or long-term option at left tackle.
Link to storyChicago Bears WR Kalif Raymond had interest from the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks in free agency, but he chose the Bears so he could work with former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, now head coach in Chicago. 'I wanted to play in Ben's offense,' Raymond said. 'He's extraordinarily creative, and honestly, you can be in any spot on the offense, and he will find a way to get you the ball. Just to be under him is a great privilege.'
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University of Washington DT Anterio Thompson reportedly has a visit scheduled with the Chicago Bears, according to Commanding The Huddle's Ryan Fowler on Saturday, March 28.
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Free-agent DE Kentavius Street (Falcons) signed a one-year, $1.48 million deal with the Chicago Bears that includes a $100,000 signing bonus.
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Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears DE James Lynch's one-year, $1.315 million contract includes a $100,000 signing bonus and a 2026 base salary of $1.215 million.
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Free-agent LB Jack Sanborn (Cowboys) signed with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, March 18. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree agent DL James Lynch (Titans) has agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears on Wednesday, March 18. No terms of the deal were disclosed.
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Chicago Bears C Garrett Bradbury is excited to be reunited with OG Joe Thuney. 'He's just a special guy. He's a pro, he handles everything the right way. He's a good leader. He works his butt off, and he is consistent as they come,' Bradbury said. 'I had some fun times with him in college and we've kept up over the years, just obviously being in the NFL together and playing against him a few times. Definitely excited to get back together with him.'
Link to storyFree-agent CB Jaylon T. Jones (Bears) reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract to remain with the Chicago Bears on Friday, March 13. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Free-agents CB Elijah Hicks (Bears) and OL Jordan McFadden (Bears) re-signed with the Chicago Bears on undisclosed deals Thursday, March 12.
Link to storyImpending free-agent OT Jedrick Wills (Browns) and the Chicago Bears have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal, according to a source on Wednesday, March 11.
Link to storyChicago Bears WR DJ Moore was officially traded to the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 11, in exchange for a 2026 second-round draft choice. The Bills will also receive a 2026 fifth-round draft choice in the trade.
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New England Patriots C Garrett Bradbury was officially acquired by the Chicago Bears Wednesday, March 11, in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft choice.
Link to storyImpending free-agent CB Cam Lewis (Bills) reportedly agreed to a two-year contract with the Chicago Bears on Tuesday, March 10.
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Detroit Lions impending free-agent WR Kalif Raymond agreed to a one-year, $5.1 million deal with the Chicago Bears Tuesday, March 10.
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Chicago Bears OT Braxton Jones reportedly agrees on a one-year deal worth up to $10 million to remain with the Bears, according to ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler on Monday, March 9.
Link to storyChicago Bears QB Case Keenum agreed to terms on a new two-year contract with the Bears Monday, March 9, worth $5.5 million, according to a source. The deal could be worth as much as $8 million with incentives.
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Impending free-agent LB Devin Bush (Browns) and the Chicago Bears have reportedly reached an agreement on a three-year, $30 million deal with $21 million guaranteed, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN on Monday, March 9.
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Impending free agent S Coby Bryant (Seahawks) has reportedly agreed to terms on a three-year, $40 million deal with the Chicago Bears, according to Jordan Schultz on Monday, March 9.
Link to storyImpending free-agent DT Neville Gallimore (Colts) has reportedly agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears on a two-year deal worth $12 million, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network on Monday, March 9.
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Chicago Bears impending free-agent LB D'Marco Jackson agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million deal Monday, March 9. The deal is worth a maximum of $10.5 million.
Link to storyChicago Bears impending free-agent DL Daniel Hardy has agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $6 million, according to sources.
Link to storyChicago Bears LB Tremaine Edmunds was officially released Friday, March 6.
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Chicago Bears LB Tremaine Edmunds is being released, according to sources.
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Free agent C Tyler Biadasz (Commanders) is set to visit the Chicago Bears on Tuesday, March 3.
Link to storyChicago Bears C Drew Dalman announced his retirement from the NFL after five seasons on Tuesday, March 3.
Link to storyThe Chicago Bears have received calls on WR DJ Moore, gauging his availability via trade.
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Chicago Bears impending free-agent CB Nahshon Wright's representatives have already had preliminary contract extension talks with the team and Wright is open to returning to Chicago for another season.
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Former NFL WR Isaiah Ford has been hired by the Chicago Bears as an offensive quality control coach.
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Chicago Bears LB Amen Ogbongbemiga was released Thursday, Feb. 19.
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Chicago Bears assistant Jeff King was promoted to assistant general manager Thursday, Feb. 19.
Link to storyChicago Bears RB D'Andre Swift said he hopes to return to the team next season but does not know what the team will decide about his contract this offseason.
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Former Miami Dolphins associate head coach/running backs coach Eric Studesville was hired by the Chicago Bears Wednesday, Feb. 18, as their running backs coach.
Link to storyChicago Bears TE Cole Kmet could be cut this offseason by the team, in the opinion of NFL.com's Matt Okada.
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Chicago Bears passing game coordinator Press Taylor was named as the team's new offensive coordinator Sunday, Feb. 8. However, head coach Ben Johnson will continue to be responsible for calling offensive plays.
| Footballguys view: Taylor wasn't a big success at previous stops, but he won't be calling plays in Chicago, and he has had time to add to his repertoire under Johnson last season. This is good news for Caleb Williams because it represents continuity in the passing game that Taylor coordinated last season. |
Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers coach Troy Walters declined to interview for the Chicago Bears' offensive coordinator opening.
| Footballguys view: According to CBSSports.com's Jonathan Jones, Walters, who's had multiple offensive coordinator looks the last few years, will stay in Cincy with hopes to win with one of the best units in football. |
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Arizona Cardinals pass game specialist Connor Senger has been requested for an interview for the Chicago Bears offensive coordinator post.
| Footballguys view: Senger joined the Cardinals as a coaching fellow in 2022 and took on his current role after working as a quality control coach and assistant quarterbacks coach. According to Profootballtalk.com, Senger has drawn interest as a quarterbacks coach in recent days as teams put together their coaching staffs ahead of the 2026 season, and he also served as the offensive coordinator for the East team in this year's East-West Shrine Bowl. Senger called plays in that role, but Bears head coach Ben Johnson handles those duties in Chicago. |
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams produced a league-leading six fourth-quarter comebacks during the 2025 regular season.
| Footballguys view: Williams flourished in his first year working with coach Ben Johnson, setting a Bears single-season passing record with 3,942 yards and ranking fifth in the NFL with a 27-to-7 touchdown-to-interception ratio. The late-game heroics added to that. The former USC standout was at his best in crunch time, regularly displaying his clutch gene with remarkable highlight throws that had to be seen to be believed. Fantasy investors can expect to pay a premium for Williams, who finished as QB5, in 2025. |
University of Texas at San Antonio LB Shad Banks Jr. met with the Chicago Bears at the American Bowl, and he has had two meetings with the team.
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