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Chicago Bears 2025 free agency tracker: Building around Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson - The Athletic - With the cap space and draft capital at his disposal, Bears GM Ryan Poles can be aggressive to support Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson.
Predicting 2 Lions free agents Bears and Ben Johnson might steal - Detroit Free Press - The Detroit Lions have 22 players set to become unrestricted free agents. Ben Johnson now coaches Chicago Bears and no doubt has his eyes wandering.
What should the Bears offer for Trey Hendrickson? - 670 - Another high-profile player has become available, as the Bengals have granted All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade.
Bears tender DT Chris Williams - NBC Sports - The Bears would like to hold onto defensive tackle Chris Williams this offseason.
‘Leave your legacy’: Could Khalil Mack return to Bears? - Chicago Sun-Times - Mack, who becomes a free agent Monday, was traded by the Bears to the Chargers three years ago.
Chicago Bears: 101 players to watch in free agency, NFL draft - Chicago Tribune - After two trades to bolster their offensive line, the Chicago Bears’ priorities have shifted somewhat for free agency and the NFL draft.
Bears GM Ryan Poles already getting Ben Johnson bump - Chicago Sun-Times - While Poles is at the controls, the acquisition of offensive linemen Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson is evidence that Johnson's vision is shaping the Bears' roster — with the offensive line the top priority.
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Recapping every major NFL trade, release and restructure, plus a primer on NFL’s tampering rules - The Athletic - Everything you should know after a busy two days, plus, the history of tampering, and does free agency really help?
Lawyers issue statement in response to arrest of Xavier Worthy - NBC Sports - Worthy faces felony charge that carries 2-10 years in prison.
“Organizational reset” could result in 49ers taking a harder line with contracts - NBC Sports - Since returning to the ranks of the NFL’s elite in 2019, the 49ers have dealt with the financial growing pains of keeping a good team together.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
2025 NFL Draft interview: Fresno State LB Tuasivi Nomura - Windy City Gridiron - WCG’s lead draft analyst speaks with Fresno State’s breakout linebacker.
Patience front and center: A 7-round Mock Draft for Chicago - Windy City Gridiron - Instead of drafting for need and reaching, what happens if Chicago lets value fall to them in the 2025 NFL draft?
Mark Schlereth: Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson great trades for Chicago Bears - Windy City Gridiron - Mark Schlereth joined the latest Bears Banter Podcast and talked offensive line!
Are the Chicago Bears recruiting Khalil Mack for a return? - Windy City Gridiron - The Bears made a social post Friday afternoon that felt more than just highlights of franchise greats.
Bears tender offers to ERFAs Jonathan Ford and Ameer Speed - Windy City Gridiron - There has yet to be an official announcement from the team, but the popular salary cap site, Over The Cap, lists both defensive tackle Jonathan Ford and cornerback Ameer Speed in the signed column...
Trey Hendrickson is available, but the Bears should probably pass - Windy City Gridiron - Ryan Poles has traded away a lot of picks for veterans who need to be paid. He should probably focus on drafting his own stars.
Aaron Leming’s 2025 Chicago Bears Mock Offseason Extravaganza - Windy City Gridiron - In his annual mock offseason, Aaron Leming spells out (almost) every move the Bears should make to get them back into contention. Be prepared, it’s a long read!
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