The Chicago Bears added to their playoff roster during and after last week's NFL draft. Those additions will create different competitions throughout the roster over the coming months. Here’s a look at the Bears’ post-draft depth chart as of May 1.

There’s plenty to like about the Bears’ draft class, but one glaring issue still looms large, and it’s not going away, Marc Silverman writes

The Chicago Bears prioritized adding speed to their defense for much of the offseason, including last week's NFL draft. Will that speed lead to better defensive play next season?

The Chicago Bears added to their roster over three days during the NFL Draft. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down whether they think the Bears did enough to fix their needs.

The Chicago Bears continued bolstering their roster after the NFL Draft by signing undrafted free agents. Here’s a look at the undrafted rookie free agents who the Bears reportedly are signing.

The 2026 NFL draft is in the book and the Chicago Bears selected seven prospects over three days. Here’s a look at every player the Bears drafted this weekend.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson met with reporters at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Saturday to recap the 2026 NFL draft. Here are three of the most interesting things the Bears said Saturday.

Chicago Bears first-round draft pick Dillon Thieneman proved he can be a difference-maker at Oregon. Now he'll try to bring his versatility, speed and winning traits to the NFL. Here's how.

The Chicago Bears drafted Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft on Thursday night. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the pick and preview what's left to do in the draft

The first round of the NFL draft is in the books. But the Chicago Bears still have needs to address in the draft. Here are some players Poles could target Friday in the second and third rounds.

The Chicago Bears used their first-round pick of the 2026 NFL draft to boost their secondary by selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 overall on Thursday night.

The Chicago Bears will start an important weekend when the NFL draft opens in Pittsburgh on tonight. Shaw Local will be covering all things Bears throughout the three days of the draft. Here are all the latest updates.

Drafting at 25 doesn’t have the sex appeal of prior years, but it may be the most important one we’ve had in the Ryan Poles era, Marc Silverman writes

The Chicago Bears will be on the clock starting Thursday night during the first round of the NFL draft. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they think the Bears will do in the first round

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and assistant general manager Jeff King met with reporters at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Tuesday a couple days before the start of the NFL draft. Here are four of the most interesting things the Bears said Tuesday.

Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards and tight end Colston Loveland were named the recipients of the team's Brian Piccolo Award on Tuesday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and some teammates met with reporters at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Monday as the team started its offseason workout program. Here are four of the most interesting things the Bears said Monday.

The Chicago Bears will reportedly pick up the fifth-year option of right tackle Darnell Wright.

The Chicago Bears could go in multiple directions with their first-round selection in next week's NFL draft. Here's Shaw Local’s Michal Dwojak second and final mock draft as he tried to figure out how the first round will unfold.

The Chicago Bears hold the No. 25 overall pick in the first round of next week's NFL draft. But could general manager Ryan Poles trade up or down from that spot? Here are some possible options for Poles to make a trade in the first round.

NFL mock draft season is almost over as the league is set to host its annual draft in Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 23. Here’s a look at who analysts believe the Chicago Bears will select at No. 25 next week.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Alabama offensive tackle could be a fit with the Bears.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Clemson's defensive tackle Peter Woods could be a fit with the Bears.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren could be a fit with the Bears.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Missouri edge rusher Zion Young could be a fit with the Bears.

The Chicago Bears will try to make key roster additions in the NFL draft later this month in Pittsburgh. Here is everything Bears fans need to know about the 2026 NFL draft.

The Chicago Bears won’t receive compensatory picks for the hiring of former assistant general manager Ian Cunningham. The NFL announced the final decision Friday.

The Bears let key defensive production walk this offseason. With the draft three weeks away, fixing a unit that wasn’t close to championship level is now the top priority, Marc Silverman writes

The Chicago Bears are still making an effort to potentially receive compensatory draft picks for former assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s hiring with the Atlanta Falcons this offseason

The NFL’s annual meetings continued in Phoenix on Tuesday as AFC coaches met with reporters. Here are five of the most interesting things coaches said about current and former Chicago Bears players and coaches Tuesday.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson met with reporters Monday morning at the NFL’s annual meeting in Phoenix. Here are four of the most interesting things Johnson said.

The NFL world will convene in Phoenix next week for the league’s annual meeting as the offseason continues. Here are four things that we can learn from the Chicago Bears at the NFL annual meeting.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles could reward right tackle Darnell Wright for a second-team All-Pro season with a contract extension this offseason. Here’s a look at what a potential extension could look like.

The Chicago Bears could go in multiple directions with their first-round selection in next month's NFL draft. Here's Shaw Local’s Michal Dwojak first mock draft as he tried to figure out how the first round of this year’s draft will unfold.

Shaw Local has compiled mock drafts from across the NFL media landscape. Here’s who experts think the Chicago Bears will select in the first round.

The Chicago Bears addressed some areas of need in free agency, but there are still some obvious upgrades that need to be made. Here are the Bears’ top areas of need following free agency.

Yes, the Bears won 11 games last season, but asking for more isn’t being a hater, Marc Silverman writes

The Chicago Bears are bringing back a familiar face. The team announced that they signed linebacker Jack Sanborn, a Lake Zurich-native, to a one-year deal Wednesday.

The Chicago Bears roster looks different compared to the last time it took the field against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC divisional round. Here’s an early look at the Bears’ depth chart a week into free agency.

The Chicago Bears made some minor signings in free agency to address their starting left tackle vacancy. Here's a look at where the competition for the left tackle job stands a week into free agency.

NFL free agency produced plenty of drama this week. But Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles has had a quieter free agency so far. Here’s a look at every player the Bears have signed so far.

The Chicago Bears acted quickly to trade for center Garrett Bradbury after Drew Dalman's sudden retirement. Here's how Bradbury can help Caleb Williams continue his growth.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles met with reporters Thursday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest a day after NFL free agency officially started. Here are three of the most interesting things Poles said.

You don’t have to win free agency in order to win games, but the pressure is on Bears GM Ryan Poles to find guys who can pressure the quarterback in next month’s draft, Marc Silverman writes

The NFL officially started a new year at 3 p.m. Wednesday, which marked the official start of free agency. The Chicago Bears' trades that included DJ Moore and Garrett Bradbury became official while the team reportedly made another signing.

The Bears will reportedly sign left tackle Braxton Jones to a one-year, $10 million deal

The Chicago Bears won’t receive any compensatory picks for the hiring of Ian Cunningham.

The Chicago Bears filled one of their two open starting safety spots Monday by reportedly bringing in a Super Bowl champion. The Bears reportedly signed Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal, per multiple reports.

NFL free agency will start this week as teams are allowed to start negotiating with free agents Monday morning before the new league year starts Wednesday. Here's the latest Chicago Bears free agency news.

NFL free agency will start next week and the Chicago Bears should be active as they try to build upon last season's success under Ben Johnson. Here’s a look at the Bears’ top three positions of need heading into free agency.