Chicago Bears track four selections and a trade on Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft

12 articles · Updated · FOX 32 Chicago · Apr 25

The Bears are set to pick at Nos. 129, 144, 239, and 241 after trading with the Tennessee Titans to add pick 144.
Notable selections include receiver Zavion Thomas, tight end Sam Roush at No. 69, center Logan Jones at No. 57, and defensive back Dillon Thieneman.
The Bears' draft strategy reflects efforts to strengthen both offense and defense after losing key receiver DJ Moore, with new additions expected to contribute under coach Ben Johnson.

Can four Day 3 picks possibly be enough to fix the Bears' critical defensive line and pass rush issues?

Is Ben Johnson's heavy draft influence building an offensive powerhouse or ignoring the team's most glaring weaknesses?

With a bottom-ranked defense, is Chicago's offense-heavy draft a massive gamble for the 2026 season?

The Bears drafted two players far above their projections. Is this a sign of genius scouting or a major reach?

Did the Bears outsmart the league, or did they overvalue scheme fit by ignoring their desperate need for defensive talent?