Bears Trade Moore, Prepare for Draft

0:00This is Corey with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now, subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Chicago Bears just traded wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills for a second-round draft pick in April, along with sending over A. Fifth Rounder. Moore, who turns 29 next month, leaves after three solid seasons where he caught game-winning touchdowns against the rival Green Bay Packers, including one in the team's first playoff win in 15 years. Earlier this week, the Bears also released linebacker Tremaine Edmonds and saw Senator Drew Dauman retire, freeing up salary cap space as free agency. Kicks off Monday. Three years back, General Manager Ryan Poles pulled off his biggest move by acquiring Moore from Carolina in exchange for the top overall pick that. Became quarterback Caleb Williams. Fans will forever remember Moore's clutch plays and his foam cheese grater celebration yelling about the Packers, but the Bears see him as expendable. Now with young stars like Roma Dunze, Luther Burden III, and Colston Loveland stepping up.

1:05His departure highlights the NFL's fast pace, even for proven veterans. Poles now holds draft picks at 25th, the Bills second-rounder around 57th, 60th, 89th, and 129th. Overall to address needs like a left tackle, center replacement, safeties, pass rushers, and more linebackers. Injuries to guys like Dale Odeyingbo add urgency on defense. Meanwhile, with Williams on his rookie deal and new coach Ben Johnson pushing for long-term success, Poles faces pressure to balance immediate. Contention and sustainability. If he nails for agency and the draft, this could propel the Bears toward championships. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode. Lay back. Press play. Let the pillow do the rest. Sound meets comfort. S-O-L-I.