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There's still plenty of affordable options for the Bears to consider if they want maximum draft flexibility.
Chicago Bears
1st In NFC North
After a first week of free agency that was defined by careful spending, the Bears look like a team that's eyeing a long run of success.
According to a Daily Herald report, the Bears may not be willing to wait until the end of the spring legislative session in Illinois before making a stadium decision.
The signing of Devin Duvernay by the Cardinals at a reasonable $2.5 million rate for 2026 means the Bears either look to a 32-year-old or get younger at a key position.
There are a few significant takeaways to be gleaned from the Bears free agent pickups (and where they opted to not make moves).
Free agency is one week old and there are big gaps in the work performed by the Bears GM, especially at these positions.
The Chicago Bears could face a major training camp battle at left tackle as Jedrick Wills and Braxton Jones compete, with the 2026 NFL Draft still looming as another factor.
ESPN’s Courtney Cronin says the Chicago Bears still need help at edge rusher, but landing one with the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft may not be easy.
A complete look at the 2026 NFL draft order, with every team's selection, trades, and compensatory picks.
The Chicago Bears’ early 2026 free agency moves can be summed up in a single word after replacing several key roster pieces.
With several roster needs remaining after free agency, the Bears may need to consider increasing their draft pick stockpile.
WR Kalif Raymond and two defensive tackle free agents come to Chicago ready to play now for several key reasons.
Last year was one filled with fantastic finishes for the Bears, but if these players can have breakout seasons, then the wins could be achieved more comfortably.
How did the Bears fare in the first week of free agency?
The best idea now for the Bears might be drafting an edge rusher and it's not easy finding a system fit who produces immediately, but here's who could.
A new 2026 NFL mock draft has the Chicago Bears selecting a disruptive defensive lineman at No. 25 as Chicago continues rebuilding its defense.
The fate of the last of four Bears free agent safeties has been decided, but the situation at the position is anything but completely clear in Chicago.
Which free agency move will have the biggest impact for the Bears in 2026?
Olympic icon Simone Biles had a strong response after her husband Jonathan Owens joined the Indianapolis Colts.
