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MOCK: How a Dexter Lawrence trade could change the Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft
The Bears’ plans for the 2026 NFL Draft might have just gotten very interesting, and it’s not just about whom they might use their upcoming selections on. Sources from the New York Giants camp have begun reporting that All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence wants out of New York, period, as the team seems unwilling to […]
Caleb’s Close-Up, Part 6: Man vs. Zone
This is the final piece in a 6-part series examining Caleb Williams’ 2025 season. Today, we’re going to wrap up the series by exploring how Caleb did against man and zone coverage. General Overview Let’s start with a general look at how Williams performed against man and zone coverage in 2025. All data comes from Pro […]
The Case for CB at 25
As we do every year, we take a look at the Bears’ first-round pick and the different positions the team needs, and what would make sense for the team to do. As a reminder, I will go through multiple positional cases for the 25th pick, making the case does not necessarily mean I believe this […]
Chicago Bears Question of the Day: Who is this year’s Luther Burden?
I can remember the feeling very distinctly when Luther Burden III was picked 39th by the Chicago Bears. It was overwhelming confusion, followed by an urgency to understand. Poles has Odunze, Moore, and just picked Loveland — what is the vision here? I wouldn’t say I was disappointed, just deeply confused. T.J. Sanders, JT Tuimoloau, […]
The Bear’s Den, April 17, 2026
THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Could George Gumbs Jr. — a Chicago native and former NIU walk-on — hear his name called at the NFL draft? Tribune Paywall. Indiana Toll Road allowed to increase tolls for possible Bears stadium Tribune Paywall. Chicago Bears Q&A: Odds they pick a left tackle at No. 25? Is Keldric […]
WCG Member 2026 Chicago Bears Mock Draft contest!
Welcome to our SEVENTH annual Windy City Gridiron Chicago Bears Mock Draft contest! We all love playing around with mock draft simulations, so we wanted to give you guys a chance to show off your serious mock GM skills with a contest. This is the seventh year we’ve done this, and each year we’ve had […]
Jimbo Covert to announce Bears’ Day 2 pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The NFL announced that all 32 teams will have players announcing their selections on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft next Friday. ESPN’s Adam Schefter was among those who revealed the list on Thursday. Some teams will be represented by current players, but a majority of teams will be represented by legendary players from […]
The Case for Safety at 25
As we do every year, we take a look at the Bears’ first-round pick and the different positions the team needs, and what would make sense for the team to do. As a reminder, I will go through multiple positional cases for the 25th pick, making the case does not necessarily mean I believe this […]
BChuk’s Backs: #2 Jadarian Price
Continuing this series, where I highlight my top ten favorite running backs from the upcoming NFL draft class, the current or former pro they remind me of most, and whether I see them as a fit for Ben Johnson’s offense this season for the Chicago Bears. Remember, these are NOT fantasy rankings or even who I think will […]
Chicago Bears Draft: What’s the Best Day 2 and 3 strategy?
On their latest Chicago Draft Room, Ari Temkin and Jacob Infante discuss the recent Dexter Lawrence rumors and whether the Chicago Bears should really consider trading the 25th overall pick to the New York Giants, and paying Sexy Dexy 30 million plus. They then turn their attention to rounds 2-7 and discuss the best strategy […]
Is Ryan Poles mulling a trade up from No. 25 in the 2026 NFL Draft?
We’re a little over a week out from the Chicago Bears making their first selection of the 2026 NFL Draft, and the landscape has changed a lot since the end of last season. Well…not in the sense that the Bears still need starting-caliber defensive talent. Because they definitely do. Badly. But free agency, plus the […]
2026 NFL Draft: The 10 Best Day 2 Fits for the Chicago Bears
In the first installment of this three-part series, we focused on five players whom I would label as the “best fits” for the Bears in Round 1. The next step in the exercise involves taking a deeper dive into who could be available on Day 2 and who fits the best. For my money, Day […]
The Bear’s Den, April 16, 2026
THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Bears 2026 Mock Draft: Oklahoma D-lineman Not a Fit for Chicago’s Defense So who is? Bears Must Avoid This 2026 NFL Draft Trade-up Scenario at All Costs Trade down, not up. Bears Have Three First-Round Draft Picks in 2025 Redraft The article makes more sense than the headline. POLISH SAUSAGE […]
NFL Draft 2026: A closer look at some Indiana Hoosiers
On her latest Making Monsters podcast, Taylor Doll keeps her 2026 NFL Draft series going with an interview with Jacob Goins of Locked on Hoosiers to talk about several prospects from the Indiana Hoosiers National Championship team. They start with wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., then move to the defense, discussing corner D’Angelo Ponds, EDGE Mikail […]
NFL Draft 2026: Chicago Bears Top 30 Visit List
Today was the deadline for all 32 teams to complete their Top 30 pre-draft visits with prospects, and while the Chicago Bears don’t issue a list, a few publications track them. Here’s what I found for who the Bears hosted this offseason by cross-referencing our guy Aaron Leming’s personal tracker spreadsheet with Pro Football and […]
Reports: New York Giants Weighing Offers for Dexter Lawrence II
The acronym of “NFL” has been translated as “Not For Long” within the business of football for many years. This is particularly true when it comes to assessing the many trade rumors that fly around throughout the offseason. There is a(nother) possibility for the Bears to upgrade their defensive line with a big swing in […]
Mocking the Mocks: Here’s what Mel Kiper Jr. has the Chicago Bears doing
ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. dropped his final mock draft before the real deal kicks off next Thursday, and in this one, he’s mocking it a bit differently than his previous drafts. Normally, he mocks it like he would mock it for each team, but for his latest two-rounder (version 4.0), he’s basing all his predictions […]
Caleb’s Close-Up, Part 5: Performance Under Pressure
This is the 5th in a 6-part series examining Caleb Williams’ 2025 season. Today, we’re going to build off part four by exploring how well Caleb performed when he was pressured. Under Pressure The table below shows how Williams performed in a wide variety of statistics when kept clean (blue) vs. pressured (orange), and also […]
The Bear’s Den, April 15, 2026
THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS NFL stadium committee will meet after the draft for an update on the Bears’ situation NFL owners want to hear more about where things stand with the Bears getting a new stadium. Bears 2026 NFL Draft: Why This Clemson Defensive Lineman is a Risky Prospect Clemson’s Peter Woods offers explosive […]
Chicago Bears NFL Draft Preview with EJ Snyder
The NFL Draft is almost here, and that means it’s time for an annual Bears Banter tradition! The phenomenal NFL Draft preview with EJ Snyder. EJ, formerly of Windy City Gridiron, now part of Bootleg Football, joins the podcast every year to preview the draft from a Chicago Bears perspective. EJ watches film and has […]
Bears announce jersey numbers for new additions
The Bears announced jersey numbers for their 2026 offseason additions in a post on X on Tuesday. For the most part, the new jersey numbers announced belonged to players Chicago signed in free agency this year. However, there’s a trade acquisition in the mix, along with two players who were already in the organization and […]
Bears’ Chairman George McCaskey issues statement on Dave McGinnis’ passing
Yesterday, long-time NFL coach Dave McGinnis passed away at the age of 74. His first job in the NFL was as the Bears’ linebackers coach from 1986 through 1995, working under head coaches Mike Ditka and Dave Wannstedt. Earlier today, Bears’ Chairman George McCaskey issued a statement. “Dave was a man of principle and unquestioned […]
2026 NFL Draft: The 5 Best First-Round Fits for the Chicago Bears
With the 2026 NFL Draft less than two weeks away from kicking off, the focus on the final big piece to the roster puzzle is about to come into full focus. While most fans are used to the Chicago Bears picking in the Top 10, this year will be a departure from the norm as […]
The Bear’s Den, April 14, 2026
THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL BEARSSSSSS Bears 2025 Draft Pick with Most to Prove this Season: DL Shemar Turner Turner is one of several with things to prove. Bears 2026 Three-Round NFL Mock Draft: Ryan Poles Upgrades the Trenches More mock action from Nicholas Moreano Chicago Bears Take a Gamble in Latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft […]
NFL Draft 2026: A closer look at some Clemson prospects
Taylor Doll’s fantastic NFL Draft series rolls on with her latest Making Monsters podcast featuring her interview with Chapel Fowler, beat writer for The State Newspaper covering Clemson football. There are several interesting Tigers prospects this season, and they’re within range of where Chicago will make its first selection. They talk about corner Avieon Terrell, […]
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