Chicago Bears 2026 NFL Draft rumors tracker: Latest before Round 1

The 2026 NFL Draft is finally here, and the Chicago Bears are preparing to welcome a new group of rookies to the roster under second-year head coach Ben Johnson. The Bears are sitting in a great position with four picks in the Top 89, which includes the 25th overall pick, two second-round selections (Nos. 57, 60) and a third-rounder (No.

89). Chicago has several important needs to address this weekend, including on the defensive line, safety and even left tackle. But general manager Ryan Poles has always gone with his best-available approach, so we'll see if that continues on Thursday night.

There have been no shortage of reports, rumors and rumblings coming from NFL insiders about how the Bears are approaching the 25th overall selection. We're keeping track of all of the draft-related rumors and news surrounding the Bears heading into Round 1. Bears could go best-available with left tackle option at No.

25 Once again, Chicago will be searching for a new left tackle following Ozzy Trapilo's ruptured patellar tendon in the team's wild-card playoff win in January. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer noted that left tackle is a position to watch for the Bears, where it could come down to the best-available approach that netted Chicago tight end Colston Loveland and receiver Luther Burden III one year ago. Left tackle is another spot to keep an eye on.