Bears to Lock Down Wright with Wirfs-Sewell Deal

0:00On April 3rd, Chicago Bears fans hit me up about Darnell Wright's future, wondering if he'll get extended before the season kicks off. As a 2023 first round pick, the Bears got a decide on his fifth year option by May 1st. Though pick it up for sure, giving GM Ryan Poles extra time to lock him down long term with a big deal. Recent Wright tackles like Tampa Bay's Tristan Werf's and Detroit's Penae Soul just cashed in huge. Werf signed a five year deal worth $140,600,000, averaging $28,100,000 a year. Soul got four years for $112,000,000, about $28,000,000 per season. Wright's in that elite convo now. Wright balled out last year, earning second team all pro honors. He allowed just three sacks and 19 pressures over 1,074 snaps. Wright is slow, but clicked, and Ben Johnson skiing next to Jonah Jackson, proving he's a cornerstone at 6 with 5,335 pounds.

1:00He's vital for this offense, pan-kicking defenders in the run game, and keeping Caleb Williams safe in the pocket. Bears know losing him would hurt bad, so expect the contract in that Werf's Soul range to keep their line intact. On Cap's space for the rookies, Poles ain't moved yet since there's no rush, but restructures, releases, or trades are coming to make room. They'll get it done smooth, setting up the squad for a strong push. That's your update from NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.