Bears' Draft Priorities: Edge Rusher, DT, Safety

It's March 22, I'm Corey with the story.

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The Chicago Bears made some solid free agency moves, signing linebackers Devin Bush and

cornerback Colby Bryant as clear starters.

They also stabilized left tackle by keeping Theo Benedet and Braxton Jones while adding

former first-rounder, Jedrick Willes.

Even so, the team heads into the draft with major gaps at Ed Rusher, defensive tackle

and safety.

Their past Rush struggled badly last season, despite Montess's wet solid play and flashes

from Austin Booker.

Adding Deo O'Dangbo helps, but the group lacks punch overall.

Analysts expect the Bears to target this spot early in the 2026 NFL drafts first two rounds.

On the interior defensive line, Chicago added depth with Neville Gala Moore on a two-year,

$10 million deal, plus Contavia Street and James.

Lynch at veteran minimums, Jervon Dexter and Grady Jared must step up for better push

up the middle or the past Rush Willes continue.

Trey talk around Dexter fizzled without big returns.

Safety tops the list of needs, as New Sinie Cam Lewis likely isn't the long-term answer

next to Colby Bryant.

With cheap free agents like Chiquan Briskar off the board, the Bears plan to draft a versatile

starter all along.

Which Dennis Allen favors flexible players who can handle multiple roles?

Expect Chicago to prioritize these spots next month, potentially building one of the

league's top secondaries if they nail a first round safety like Caleb Downs or Dylan

Tiananmen.