Bears Lose Draft Picks, Sign Jedrick Wills

0:00It's March 24th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered story shaping the season. The Chicago Bears wrapped up a whirlwind march with big roster shakeups heading into the 2026 season. They added nine new players and lost 12 who started games last year, leaving nearly two dozen spots open. Coach Ben Johnson Squad is aiming to repeat as NFC North Chams, but they're dealing with a denied payout of third-round draft picks they expected. From the Atlanta Falcons hiring their former assistant GM, Ian Cunningham. That the Nile stems from league rules under Resolution JC2A meant to reward teens for developing minority executives into top roles. Officials ruled Cunningham isn't Atlanta's primary football boss because of their president of football ops position, so no comp picks for the Bears. In 2026 or 27, Bears fans are pretty upset, feeling shortchains after Cunningham's successful run in Chicago, paved his path to Atlanta. The outrage makes sense, though the league worries bending rules could lead to teams gaming the system for extra-draft ammo.

1:06Looking at past JC2A picks, teams like the Rams, Ravens, and 49ers got players such as Linebacker Ernest Jones or traded them for assets. Like Chase Young, but results have been hit or missed nothing game-changing for sustained success. Meanwhile, the Bears signed tackle Gedric Will's to compete at left tackle alongside Braxton Jones and Theo Benedett, hoping their coaches can revive. His early career form after knee injuries. With seven draft picks starting at number 25 in late April, they'll target needs like safety, edge, and the line to keep building through the draft and push forward.