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With four picks in the top 89, the Chicago Bears face a No. 25 decision between adding edge defender or a safety, a scenario explored in Brad Biggs' mock draft 2.0, including talk of possible moves like a Dexter Lawrence deal or a Tyson Bagent trade to reshape the roster.
In SB Nation's Writer’s Mock Draft, the Giants trade star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Chicago Bears for pick 25 in the first round and a 2027 second-round pick, after back-and-forth negotiations. The trade meets the author’s preferred price (first- and second-round picks) and reflects how mock-draft deals unfold, though the writer notes real-life uncertainty about Lawrence’s future with the Giants given his two-year contract remaining.
Bears president Kevin Warren says the team’s stadium race has narrowed to two options—Arlington Heights in Illinois or a site in Northwest Indiana—with Indiana legislation already in place and a spring/summer timeframe for a final decision, while the 2026 season will still be played at Soldier Field and progress on the plan remains guarded.
Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren says a stadium solution should be settled by spring or early summer, with Arlington Heights favored after Indiana legislation work and ongoing due diligence. The plan centers on a fixed-roof, world-class venue with mixed-use development around the stadium to host major events; delaying the project risks rising costs (~$150 million per year) and the goal is to complete design and construction soon.
Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane could move up in the 2026 NFL Draft to secure an edge defender ahead of the Chicago Bears, who own the 25th pick. The Bills reportedly want more pass-rush help despite signing Bradley Chubb, and mock drafts circulate potential edge targets for both teams as draft weekend approaches.
A contract restructuring for Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett, which increases cap flexibility and makes a trade more feasible, has fueled speculation about trade destinations across the NFL—with teams like the Bears, Jaguars, Rams, 49ers, Seahawks, Patriots, Eagles, and Bills mentioned as possibilities—though Cleveland would likely demand significant draft capital and face a major dead-cap hit, keeping a Garrett deal uncertain.
NBA legend George Gervin has filed trademark applications for ‘Iceman’ and ‘Iceman 44’ shortly after Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sought protection for the nickname, sparking a dispute over who owns the moniker (via Chicago Sun-Times).
The NFL confirmed the 2026 season opener on Sept. 9 with the Seattle Seahawks raising a Super Bowl banner at Lumen Field, and the league’s first Australia game (Rams vs. 49ers) follows on Thursday. SB Nation ranks potential Week 1 opponents for Seattle, with the Chicago Bears at No. 1 for a high-profile ring-night matchup and other top options including the Chargers, Patriots, Giants, Cowboys, Chiefs, and Cardinals.
The Chicago Bears appear to be reverting to a depth-focused pre-draft plan, prioritizing late-round prospects and undrafted free agents after shifting away from top-round targets in recent years. So far five players—Mikail Kamara, Seth McGowan, Jager Burton, De’Zhaun Stribling, and Jimmy Rolder—have visited Chicago for meetings, all projected for Day 3 or UDFA status. With only three Day 3 picks due to trades and a need to rebuild depth after significant offseason departures, the Bears may wheel and deal to acquire more picks or lean on the undrafted market to land 3–4 contributors, mirroring a strategy that previously yielded players like Braxton Jones, Elijah Hicks, and Jack Sanborn.
A new Soldier Field redesign by Edward Peck Design envisions a domed, 72,000-seat stadium with a year‑round entertainment district, generating discussion about the Bears’ next home as they consider Arlington Heights or Hammond, Indiana; funding and ultimate adoption remain uncertain, and the idea is likely one of several speculative pitches.
An architect's concept to cap Soldier Field with a translucent roof and build a 10-acre deck over adjacent rail lines would create an enclosed stadium and entertainment district to keep the Bears in Chicago, but the proposal involves no Bears, city, or Park District involvement and lacks funding, as Illinois and Indiana explore competing stadium plans and incentives.
Caleb Williams’s rising stardom has made the Chicago Bears a magnet for elite free agents, a point underscored by Bears safety Coby Bryant who says Williams attracted him to Chicago and could draw other top players after Williams’ 2025 season (3,941 passing yards, 27 TDs) and his playoff moments.
Five teams—Patriots, Bears, Titans, Buccaneers and Jaguars—still face major roster gaps as the 2026 offseason unfolds: New England needs an edge rusher (potential trades or first‑round help), Chicago must shore up its secondary, Tennessee seeks a true WR1 (via trade or Day‑2 draft options), Tampa Bay aims to boost the pass rush through the draft, and Jacksonville must rebuild its back seven with free‑agent signings and Day‑2 picks. The piece also explores concrete paths such as pursuing a top-edge rusher, veteran DBs, and strategic trades or draft moves to fill these holes.
Brad Biggs answers reader questions in a Bears Insider Q&A about whether Chicago will sign a veteran edge rusher to boost the pass rush, outlining potential targets and considerations; article content is behind a paywall.
NFL columnist Brad Biggs previews Chicago's first‑round options at No. 25, outlining likely targets and how recent free‑agency moves could shape the Bears’ needs ahead of the 2026 draft.