Bears Boost Defense, Lose Moore in Free Agency

0:00For the NFL, it's March 18th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Chicago Bears made several moves in the first week of the 2026 free agency period. They signed safety, Kobe Bryant, linebacker Devon Bush, defensive tackle Neville Gallimor, and wide receiver Khalif Raymond. They also traded for center-guarred Bradbury and re-signed left tackle Braxton Jones, linebacker DeMarco Jackson, and quarterback Case Kingdom. On the flip side, they lost wide receiver DJ Moore, linebacker Tremaine Edmonds, corner back Nishon Wright and safety's Kevin Byard and Jacquan. Brisker. These changes came after center drew Darman's unexpected retirement, leaving a hole on the offensive line that Bradbury now fills. The Bears traded more to Buffalo for a second-round draft pick, freeing up space and spotlighting younger receivers. They released Edmonds to manage the cap while bringing in Bush as a replacement. Experts handed out solid grades for the Bears' early work.

1:01Pro football focus gave A.B., CBS Sports A.B., Yahoo Sports A.B., NBC Sports & A, sporting news A.B. Plus and Pro football sports network in A-minus. Most agreed the team improved without breaking the bank. Bryan brings strong coverage skills with multiple interceptions over the last two years, fitting well in the secondary. Bush bounced back with top linebacker grades in Cleveland, especially against the pass, marking an upgrade over Edmonds. Bradbury adds veterans stability up front. More free agency waves are coming, but analysts call this a steady start ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Bears focused on defense and key spots, setting up for bigger moves down the line. Dean and a sponsor by our partner. Comfort you can hear, sound you can relax into. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com