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Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Re-signing Keenan Allen likely to cost more than Chicago Bears will want to pay

Keenan Allen's next contract won't cost as much as his last deal, but it's still likely to be a higher number than the Chicago Bears will want to pay for the No. 3 wide receiver in Ben Johnson's offense.

Lorin Cox
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Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.
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Re-signing Keenan Allen likely to cost more than Chicago Bears will want to pay

Keenan Allen's next contract won't cost as much as his last deal, but it's still likely to be a higher number than the Chicago Bears will want to pay for the No. 3 wide receiver in Ben Johnson's offense.

Lorin Cox
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Latest Chicago Bears 3-round 2025 NFL Mock Draft delivers a perfect blend of need and value

The latest three-round 2025 NFL mock draft from NFL.com sends the Chicago Bears an incredible crop of instant-impact rookies with their first four picks.

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Detroit Lions defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike sacks Andy Dalton in 2021. Onwuzurike is among the top available D-line free agents.

How Bears repair defense without adding a costly edge rusher

The Bears can definitely use one more edge rusher but a more effective way to fix their overall defense is to sign a player at another position.

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Despite a solid season from Gervon Dexter Sr., the Chicago Bears still need a lot of help on their defensive line. Fortunately for GM Ryan Poles, the 2025 NFL draft class is stacked with talent at that position.

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Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent were the top two Bears QBs in 2024 but it might improve the team to add another backup.

Another Caleb Williams Bears mentor idea and a better option

Another backup quarterback and mentor for Caleb Williams has been suggested and the idea has merit but there's still a better option to help improve the second-year passer.

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Chicago Bears pull off blockbuster trade in latest 2025 NFL mock draft

This new 2025 NFL mock draft features a blockbuster trade by the Chicago Bears that could have a lasting impact on the team's short- and long-term outlook

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Post Super Bowl mock draft: Bears fix the trenches with aggressive trade up

Now that Super Bowl LIX is in our rearview mirror, we turn our full attention to the NFL Draft, a draft that could see a whole lot of movement from the Chicago Bears.

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Optimized 2025 NFL mock draft predicts surprising first-round pick for Chicago Bears

In the latest 2025 mock draft from NFL.com, analytics played a part in who the Chicago Bears select in the first round. And it's a surprise.

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Is Dallas owner Jerry Jones waving to potential Cowboy draftee, running back Ashton Jeanty?
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A Bears trade that would give the Cowboys exactly what they want—and shake up the the NFL Draft

If a certain explosive offensive weapon is on the board when Chicago picks at the 2025 NFL Draft, would they wheel and deal with Dallas owner Jerry Jones?

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Bears on SI 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Chicago builds around Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams

In our first Bears on SI Staff NFL Mock Draft, the Chicago Bears remain focused on building around Caleb Williams as their top target for the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Chicago Bears strengthen trenches in latest 3-round 2025 NFL Mock Draft

The Chicago Bears prioritize the offensive and defensive lines in this three-round round 2025 NFL Mock Draft, including two likely starters with their first two picks.

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Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan.
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A wacky NFL mock draft in which no team takes the player they’re supposed to—including the Chicago Bears

Who will the Chicago Bears land in The 2025 NFL Draft That Will Never Happen?

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Dallas Cowboys' bold trade prediction shakes up Chicago Bears' 2025 NFL Draft plans

This projected Dallas Cowboys trade in the 2025 NFL Draft could end up flipping Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles' draft strategy upside down.

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Ashton Jeanty imagines himself in Chicago, and Bears Nation goes off

The star running back is psyched about a potential career in the Windy City, and social media loves it.

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Top 2025 NFL draft prospect calls Chicago Bears a 'nice destination'

Chicago Bears fans are certain to get excited about what this top 2025 NFL Draft prospect had to say about the possibility of being select by the team in the first round.

Bryan Perez
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Trey Smith (65) celebrates with Jerick McKinnon after a touchdown against the Bears.

Draft lesson for Bears from Super Bowl O-lines is a layered one

Analysis: Kyle Long and others who say the Bears need to upgrade the offensive line are exactly right but need to keep in mind it doesn't mean devoting a full draft to those positions.

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Did Eddie George just leak the Chicago Bears' 2025 NFL Draft strategy?

Former Titans RB Eddie George may have accidentally just revealed a major secret about the Chicago Bears' 2025 NFL Draft plans.

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Myles Garrett made the rounds at the Super Bowl in New Orleans and Jaylon Johnson has an offer for him.

One Bear makes offer to Myles Garrett as a new edge rusher surfaces

Another edge rusher for trade acquisition could be there for Chicago but Myles Garrett is on the mind of at least one Bears player who is making him an offer.

Gene Chamberlain
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North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton
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NFL Draft: 4 running back alternatives for the Chicago Bears if they pass on Ashton Jeanty

The Bears could use some help at running back. Fortunately for them, the 2025 NFL Draft offers just that.

Alan Goldsher
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Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles in spy mode
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Rebuilding the Chicago Bears: What position should GM Ryan Poles target in the 2025 NFL Draft?

This 2025 draft class doesn’t offer any true franchise-fixers, but there are plenty of potentially helpful options for the Bears at the ten-spot.

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ESPN's latest 2025 NFL Mock Draft reshapes Chicago Bears' offense for Ben Johnson

In this two-round 2025 NFL mock draft from ESPN, the Chicago Bears enhance their offense with their first two selections, including a bruising RB in Round 2.

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2025 NFL Draft: Top small-school prospects who could help the Chicago Bears

Not all great NFL players come from powerhouse programs like Alabama or Georgia. These underrated small-school prospects have the potential to make a big impact on the Chicago Bears in 2025 and beyond.

Pete Martuneac
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ESPN's 2024 NFL Redraft certain to outrage Chicago Bears fans

ESPN redrafted the 2024 NFL Draft, and the end result is yet another frustrating experience for Chicago Bears fans.

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Former Bears Pro Bowl back Matt Forte, a fan favorite, is not one who believes Saquon Barkley could have helped in 2024.

What Matt Forte's take says for Bears drafting Ashton Jeanty

The Bears could have had Saquon Barkley and can probably select Ashton Jeanty this draft but former Chicago running back Matt Forte has his own ideas about this.

Gene Chamberlain
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Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles riffing for the media
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Chicago Bears’ 2025 draft makeover: trading up vs. trading down vs. staying put

Should the Chicago Bears use their first round pick on a plug-and-play starter? Or should they trade down and land multiple rotation players?

Alan Goldsher
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