Zacch Pickens, Chicago Bears defensive tackle and third-round 2023 NFL Draft pick
Defensive tackle Zacch Pickens saw limited action during his rookie season in 2023. With Gervon Dexter moving to the starting lineup, Pickens could be in line to see more snaps this season.
The Bears have three days of mandatory minicamp coming up this week. Here are four questions the team hopes to answer.
Following the NFL draft, the Bears' 2024 roster is nearly complete. Here's a look at the Bears' depth chart after an eventful draft weekend.
The Bears have only four total picks in the 2024 draft, but general manager Ryan Poles isn't worried about quantity. “I feel really good where we’re at,” Poles said. Here's what else he said Tuesday at Halas Hall.
The Bears added a bunch of new faces in free agency last week. They also traded away starting quarterback Justin Fields. So where does this roster stand now? Here's a look at the projected 2024 depth chart.
NFL free agency is underway this week. On Tuesday, former Bears receiver Darnell Mooney agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons. Here’s the latest free agency news.
The Bears defense was among the worst against the run in 2022. Thanks to some key additions over the offseason, they evolved into the league's best against the run in just one year. Here's a look back at the 2023 season for the Bears' defensive tackles.
The Bears saw eight of their 10 draft picks play in 12 games or more in 2023. Here's a look at how the 2023 rookie class fared last season, with grades for each player.
The Bears have a momentous offseason ahead of them. Here's a look at where the roster stands now. Here's who is under contract for 2024 and who is set to become a free agent.
Bears rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter has half a sack in each of the past two games. Dexter believes all his repetition is starting to pay off. “I feel a lot more comfortable,” Dexter said.
The NFL trade deadline on Oct. 31 is less than a week away. Bears GM Ryan Poles was very active at the deadline a year ago. Who on the Bears roster might be trade candidates? Here's a look at five names worth considering.
Over the course of this 14-game losing streak, the Bears defense has been on par with the NFL's only 0-16 teams – the 2008 Lions and the 2017 Browns. More on that here, plus the other numbers that stood out this week.
The Bears have one sack in three games. They have 21 sacks in 20 games under Matt Eberflus. So what can they do to fix the pass rush?
The Bears offense fell flat in Week 1. So who is to blame? Here's what the numbers say. Our weekly stat breakdown returns with the return of NFL football.
The Bears open up the season against the Packers on Sunday at Soldier Field. Here's what to watch for in the much-anticipated rivalry game.
Preseason success eliminated any doubts in the mind of rookie Zacch Pickens that he belonged in the NFL. The Bears' rookie duo at defensive tackle is trending in the right direction.
The Bears released their first active roster of the 2023 season. Here is a full list of the players who made the roster. It currently sits at 52 players.
The Bears wrapped up the preseason Saturday against the Buffalo Bills. Now, they must trim their roster from 90 players to 53 players by Tuesday. Here's what that might look like.
Justin Fields and the starters took the day off during Saturday's preseason game against the Colts. It was undrafted rookie QB Tyson Bagent who stole the show in a loss, 24-17, on Saturday.
Bears defensive end Rasheem Green blew up four out of five plays in a row at one point. Right guard Nate Davis returned in a limited capacity. Here's the latest from Bears training camp.
The Bears beat the Titans in the preseason opener Saturday at Soldier Field. Receiver DJ Moore opened the game with a big touchdown run, but here's what else we learned about the Bears on Saturday.
The Bears will kick off the preseason with a matchup against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday afternoon at Soldier Field. Here's what to watch for during Saturday's game.
Bears second-round draft pick Gervon Dexter has some areas to improve on, but believes he is making progress during his first NFL training camp. The Bears hope Dexter can emerge as a difference maker at defensive tackle.
The Bears reportedly claimed defensive tackle Bravvion Roy off waivers Tuesday. The Carolina Panthers waived Roy a day earlier after three seasons together.
It’s too early to accurately predict what the Bears’ 53-man roster will look like come Week 1. But we’re going to give it a try anyway.
The vibe at Bears headquarters in Lake Forest already has a different feel than it did a year ago. Veteran defensive tackle Justin Jones said this year's roster has a "more team-oriented" feel.
The Bears return to the practice field this week for OTAs. Here are four storylines to keep an eye on.
The Bears officially signed first-round draft pick Darnell Wright to a contract, the team announced Monday. The organization also signed third-round pick Zacch Pickens and fourth-round pick Tyler Scott.
The Bears have to retool every part of their defensive line. That's why they spent premium draft picks on two defensive tackles in Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens. The Bears hope they have a "dynamic duo" with those two.
The Bears begin rookie minicamp on Friday in Lake Forest. Here are four questions facing the team as it gets to know its new rookie additions.
The Bears added 10 rookies through the draft. So where do they fit in the lineup? Here's a look at the projected depth chart for 2023.
The Bears drafted Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright with the 10th overall pick on Thursday, but that was only the beginning. Here are all the players the Bears selected in the 2023 draft.
The NFL draft continues Saturday with the final four rounds. Stay here all day long for live updates.
One day after drafting Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright with the 10th overall pick, Bears general manager Ryan Poles significantly bolstered his defense with three selections Friday night.
The Bears addressed their defense with three picks Friday night, but while all have some promising skills and talents, none are finished products and all will be developmental prospects, Hub Arkush writes.