NFL Draft 2026: Chicago Bears fill needs but miss chance for impact: Telander
The Chicago Bears addressed needs in the secondary during the 2026 NFL Draft but passed on top pass rushers, leaving concerns about their defensive line. The team's overall haul lacks excitement, earning average grades and hinging largely on hope for future impact.
The Chicago Bears participated in the 2026 NFL Draft, addressing needs in the secondary. They selected Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with their first pick at No. 25. The Bears need help on the defensive line, but they passed on star edge rushers. The team's draft haul lacks excitement and earned average grades. The loss of All-Pro free safety Kevin Byard and strong safety Jaquan Brisker to free agency exacerbates the need for defensive line improvement. The NFL Draft is an inexact science, with no guarantees on player success.
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