Bears Host McDonald, Eyeing Elite Talent in Draft

0:00It's March 26th. This is NFL News Today football coverage powered by AI. Chicago Bears are ramping up their draft prep for the 2026 NFL draft. Ohio State standout. Kaden McDonald is set to visit the team, and he's boldly calling himself their top target. General manager Ryan Poles was on hand at Miami's pro day, checking out some of the Hurricanes' best prospects. Meanwhile, the Bears brought in Kentucky running back Seth McGowan for a pre-draft look. With a need at that third running back spot, they're exploring options to bolster the backfield. Fans are buzzing about McDonald's confidence, seeing it as a sign that bears my target elite defensive talent early. It's part of a broader push to build around quarterback Kayla Williams after his solid rookie year. Other league notes include the Lions re-signing kicker Jake Bates and the charges adding offensive lineman Keode Awosika, which shakes up divisional, depth charts. As the Bears keep hosting top prospects, expect more visits and scouting reports to

1:01shape their strategy heading into the off season.