7 defensive tackles the Bears should target in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears have some big needs to address in the 2026 NFL Draft, and defensive tackle is certainly near the top of the list. Last season was a rough one for the defensive interior, especially against the run. Giving up an average of 134.

5 yards a game, their top interior defensive lineman, Gervon Dexter Sr. ,  Grady Jarrett, and Andrew Billings, were among the worst in the league. According to Pro Football Focus, Dexter Sr.

had a run-defense grade of 44. 0, ranking him at 107th out of 134 defensive tackles. Jarret was ranked 105 with a grade of 44.

5, and Billings, after having a strong year against the run in 2024 before his injury, had a grade of 39. 2, ranking him 117th out of 134 in 2025. General manager Ryan Poles went out and signed Neville Gallimore and Kentavious Street to bring in depth, as Chicago will have Jarrett and Dexter back for the 2026 season.