Bryan Perez

Joined: Jan 6, 2025

Bryan Perez founded and operated Bears Talk, a Chicago sports blog. Prior to that, he covered the Bears for USA Today’s Bears Wire and NBC Sports Chicago. In addition to his Chicago Bears coverage, Perez is a respected member of NFL Draft media and was a past winner of The Huddle's Mock Draft competition. Bryan's past life includes time as a Northeast scout for the CFL's Ottawa Redblacks.

Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (DL29) speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine

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The Chicago Bears’ early 2026 free agency moves can be summed up in a single word after replacing several key roster pieces.

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A new 2026 NFL mock draft has the Chicago Bears selecting a disruptive defensive lineman at No. 25 as Chicago continues rebuilding its defense.

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) reacts after a play

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Adam Schefter says the Chicago Bears currently don’t have the money to trade for Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby despite ongoing speculation.

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills (71) is introduced before the game

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Jedrick Wills says he’s healthy after missing the 2025 season and is ready to compete for the Chicago Bears’ starting left tackle job in 2026.

Oregon defensive back Dillon Thieneman, right, brings down Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton

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After the Bears’ early free agency moves, Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman is emerging as a logical first-round target for Chicago at No. 25 in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush (30) reacts after Pittsburgh Steelers miss a field goal

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Pro Football Focus gave the Chicago Bears a “very good” grade for signing linebacker Devin Bush, citing his elite coverage numbers and strong value on a three-year, $30 million contract.

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) during the first half

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The Chicago Bears have emerged among the top landing spots for Maxx Crosby as trade speculation around the Raiders’ All-Pro pass rusher grows.

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (71) walks off the field

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The Chicago Bears’ one-year signing of former first-round tackle Jedrick Wills is being viewed as a low-risk gamble, and analysts aren’t convinced it will pay off.