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Ryan Poles is building quite the reputation now for trading after a slow start to his career and this latest move with DJ Moore looks like a masterstroke.

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The Bears desperately need an influx of talent on the defensive side of the ball. Lance Zierlein thinks they could be urged up to trade for one of the best safeties in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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With a sudden need at center and limited salary cap space, the Chicago Bears could turn to the 2026 NFL draft.

Indiana's Pat Coogan (78) celebrates his team's national title with Riley Nowakowski (37), Charlie Becker (80) and Aiden Fisher (4).

The list of best centers available in the draft as a Drew Dalman replacement or for depth includes a genuine South Sider who won the national title.

Drew Dalman made a huge impact on the Bears' line in 2025. And now he's gone.

The Bears will have options to replace their Pro Bowl center but many of those players are expensive and it could dash any hopes of adding to their pass rush.

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (OL24) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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There were a handful of prospects who stood out from their peers at the NFL Combine. Who would the Bears be keeping tabs on if they value the Relative Athletic Score (RAS) formula?

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The Chicago Bears have not made this kind of draft investment in 22 years, but it may be exactly what they need.

Pro days draw a crowd of scouts and personnel people, especially Ohio State workouts like this one with Will Howard last year.

Pro Day Schedule: The Bears and other teams will be getting a good look at draft prospects during pro days, which have just begun.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line coach Jeremy Garrett during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Pro Football Focus thinks the Bears will put more stock into the overall body of work rather than the underwear Olympics.

Maxx Crosby slips inside of Joe Thuney in the Bears' 25-24 win at Las Vegas last season.

There should be no surprise one NFL insider calls the Bears among a large group of teams looking closely at a Max Crosby trade but how realistic is this?

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Loading up on defensive talent may be the best way to get the Chicago Bears back to the Super Bowl.

Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine.

The pick everyone has made for the Bears in mocks is Ohio State's Kayden McDonald and nothing at the combine has made this less probable.

Texas A&M wideout KC Concepcion pulls in a pass during drills at the combine.

A few receivers at the combine linked themselves to Bears interest, but all of this would be more relevant only if they were to lose DJ Moore.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (DL21) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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I don't think the Bears removed either Lee Hunter or Kayden McDonald from their draft board..

DJ Moore can play many roles but the best role for the Bears' future might be playing those elsewhere due to cost.

DJ Moore obviously can wear many hats in the Bears' offense, but they must decide if one thing he gives them through a trade is more important.

Arkansas running back Mike Washington Jr. turned in the fastest 40-yard time for backs at the combine in 4.33 seconds.

Bringing in a running back to prep for 2027 after D'Andre Swift's contract expires wouldn't be the worst strategy on draft day for the Bears and there are some available after Round 1.

Bears GM Ryan Poles speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine about where the team goes from a 12-7 season.

Bears GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson have identified where the team stands and where they go in the draft and free agency to avoid a sudden drop off.

Dennis Allen, Ryan Poles, and Ben Johnson have far more time now to collaborate on their player acquisitions than last year.

Analysis: The Bears experienced great draft success last year but not as much during free agency, and now see this process as being further ahead.

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Would selecting these players in the first three rounds get the Bears closer to their Super Bowl aspirations?

Mar 5, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington defensive back Kyler Gordon (DB16) talks to the media during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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How did the Bears 2025 roster stack up to their peers at their respective NFL Scouting Combines?

Jan 4, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) celebrates after a sack against the Detroit Lions during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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How have the current Bears fared before they made a name for themselves?

Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (LB21) speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The defensive linemen and linebackers take the field at the NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday. Which 'backers should Bears fans keep an eye on?

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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There are a few significant developments that will be on the front line for the Bears at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.

Press Taylor, new Bears offensive coordinator, has familiarity with Caleb Williams after being on the staff last year.

Press Taylor and Eric Studesville replaced Declan Doyle and Eric Bieniemy on the Bears coaching staff and Bears coach Ben Johnson likes his new staff's makeup.

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Bucky Brooks’ latest 2026 NFL mock draft sends a popular name to the Chicago Bears. Here’s why the defensive tackle remains a consistent pick.