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The Bears were busy on Day 1 of free agency.

@danwiederer.bsky.social wraps it up and looks ahead at what else they need to do.

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Travis Kelce entered the 2025 season feeling optimistic.

Six months later, the Chiefs finished 6-11 — and the disappointing year helped shape his decision to return for 2026.

@jessenewell.bsky.social on Kelce coming back for his age-37 season ⤵️
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Chiefs free-agency reset: What’s left to accomplish after busy Day 1? (Gift Article) What's next for the Chiefs after agreeing to sign Kenneth Walker III, Travis Kelce and Khyiris Tonga? They could copy a 2023 formula.

Chiefs FA reset: What's left to accomplish for KC after a busy Day 1 (free link) www.nytimes.com/athletic/710...

Michael Penix
Tua Tagovailoa
Drake London
Bijan Robinson

ALL left-handed

33 compensatory picks were handed out by the NFL this week. The Bears are not in line to receive any. Not surprised, even though many made vocal and convincing arguments as to why Ian Cunningham's jump to a GM job should have triggered a reward for the Bears. Via @danwiederer.bsky.social

Mike Evans’ deal with the 49ers is for three years and $60.4 million, per source.

Coby Bryant agrees to free-agent deal with Bears: Sources Bryant, a reliable starter for the Super Bowl champion Seahawks, should be a versatile player in Dennis Allen's defense.

The Bears' first big move of free agency: Bringing in safety Coby Bryant, fresh off a Super Bowl triumph with the Seahawks. @danwiederer.bsky.social weighs in:

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Tight end Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are working on a deal to bring him back to Kansas City for a 14th season, but nothing has been finalized. It would be a one-year deal worth up to $15 million.

Kelce is exploring the market with a few select teams, sources say.

NEWS: The Miami Dolphins are releasing QB Tua Tagovailoa, per sources.

Tagovailoa, who led the league in passing in 2023, finishes with a 44-32 record over six seasons in Miami.

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The Bears didn't wait long to replace retiring center Drew Dalman. They're acquiring Patriots center Garrett Bradbury for a fifth-round pick.

@danwiederer.bsky.social and @diannarussini.bsky.social

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Trade! The Chicago Bears are trading for Patriots center Garrett Bradbury, per sources. New England receives a fifth-round pick in return.

Chicago, who lost Drew Dalman to retirement earlier this week, picks up a veteran with NFC North experience.

I’ve got some thoughts on DJ Moore … but our family welcomed a baby girl this week, so she’ll get my Bears takes for now.

Bears moving on without DJ Moore, but memories of his biggest moments will last A miscommunication with Caleb Williams ended the Bears' season and, ultimately, Moore's time in Chicago. Will the trade be a win-win?

The Bears are moving on without DJ Moore. His final game in Chicago was a disappointment, but some magical moments will live on in Bears lore.

From @danwiederer.bsky.social

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Back of the napkin math here...

The Bears trade Moore -- I have him valued at $17M -- and shed a $28M contract.

And then you factor in the value of the second-round pick swap for a fifth...

The Bears went +$11M on Moore and +$8.3M on the pick swap.

That's a robbery, folks.

Bears picks on the first two days of the draft will be 25, 57, 60, 89.

For now.

Bears trading wide receiver DJ Moore to the Bills: Sources Moore had 244 receptions, 3,012 yards and 20 touchdowns across his three seasons with the Bears.

More in our story on the Bills trading for Bears WR DJ Moore:

BREAKING: The Chicago Bears are finalizing a trade to send WR D.J. Moore to the Buffalo Bills, sources tell @diannarussini.bsky.social.

Nahshon Wright enjoyed a breakout season with the Bears in 2025, setting himself up for a big payday in free agency, whether in Chicago or elsewhere.

Check out this feature from @danwiederer.bsky.social. This gift article is free for all to read.

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Lou Holtz, ubiquitous college football coaching voice and Notre Dame's last champion, dies at 89

Lou Holtz, ubiquitous college football coaching voice and Notre Dame’s last champion, dies at 89 www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...

Quick thoughts on the Trent McDuffie trade and what it means for the Chiefs

The Chiefs are acquiring pick No. 29, a fifth, sixth, and 2027 third-round pick for McDuffie, per source.

This is great news! Congrats to Jason and another shake of the head to the White Sox for an all-time fumble.

Bears Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman retiring at 27. What it means for Ben Johnson’s team (Gift Article) Dalman joined the Bears on a three-year, $42 million contract with $28 million guaranteed less than a year ago.

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On the eve of free agency, the Bears were hit from the blindside: Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman is retiring at age 27.

@danwiederer.bsky.social on what it means for Ben Johnson's team.

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From Caleb Williams’ instagram

Colts place transition tag on Daniel Jones, turn attention to Alec Pierce: Sources Jones will make a fully guaranteed $37.8 million in 2026 if he plays on the transition tag rather than signing a long-term deal.

More on the Colts placing the transition tag on QB Daniel Jones, and how it affects WR Alec Pierce:

Let’s have the Maxx Crosby conversation, shall we? @danwiederer.bsky.social and I talk through the Bears scenarios

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pop art style poster of the Music Box Theatre marquee that reads Chicago Critics Film Festival May 1-7, 2026

We're two months out from the 13th Chicago Critics Film Festival, which will be held May 1-7, 2026 at @musicboxtheatre.bsky.social 🍿

Early bird passes go on sale next week 🎟️

Keep your eyes peeled for more updates soon 👀