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Chicago Bears Land Interior Disruptor in Latest NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft NFL.com analyst Charles Davis published his first mock draft of the 2026 NFL Draft season, and he’s marching in line with what most draft experts think. With the 25th overall pick, Davis has the Bears selecting Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks, a player whose 2025 season was derailed by injury but whose Senior Bowl performance reignited first-round buzz. “Despite missing most of the 2025 season with a foot injury, Banks reignited excitement about his potential during Senior Bowl week,” Davis wrote. “He provides the Bears with the push they want to create inside.” The Bears’ defense took a step forward in 2025, especially in takeaways, but interior pass-rush (and pass-rush overall) consistency remained an issue. Chicago struggled against the run, too, and still lacks a true disruptive 3-technique who can, in equal parts, disrupt the run and collapse the pocket. Banks fits that prototype. At 6-foot-6 and 335 pounds with long arms and interior quickness, he profiles as a power-plus-penetration hybrid. Before his foot injury cut short his 2025 campaign, Banks flashed the ability to win with leverage and heavy hands. His Senior Bowl reps reminded scouts why he entered the season as a potential first-rounder: he can convert speed to power and compress the pocket. Sounds like a guy the Chicago Bears could use. His injury is the only real question. Foot injuries for big-bodied defensive linemen aren’t insignificant. Medical evaluations will ultimately determine whether Banks sticks in the first round. But if Chicago’s staff is comfortable with his medical checks, the value at No. 25 makes sense. The Bears are close. The defense is solid but needs to add pieces this offseason. To take the next step toward elite, they need more disruption inside. Caleb Banks could be that answer.

Chicago Bears Land Interior Disruptor in Latest NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft

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Chicago Bears Land Interior Disruptor in Latest NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft Chicago’s defense needs more interior push, and NFL.com just mocked the perfect solution to the Bears at No. 25. The post Chicago Bears Land Interior Disruptor in Latest NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft appeared first on Chicago Bears Talk.

Chicago Bears Land Interior Disruptor in Latest NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft

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Former Bears OC Declan Doyle Embraces Age Conversation as Ravens Play-Caller Ex-Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle addressed questions about his age as he begins his tenure with the Baltimore Ravens in 2026. The post Former Bears OC Declan Doyle Embraces Age Conversation as Ravens Play-Caller appeared first on Chicago Bears Talk.

Former Bears OC Declan Doyle Embraces Age Conversation as Ravens Play-Caller

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Breaking Down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 Salary Cap Crunch The Chicago Bears are tight against the 2026 cap. Here’s who could be cut, which contracts are biggest, and what free agents Chicago can realistically target. The post Breaking Down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 Salary Cap Crunch appeared first on Chicago Bears Talk.

Breaking Down the Chicago Bears’ 2026 Salary Cap Crunch

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Chicago Bears Announce Indiana Stadium Vision After Illinois Bill Stalls The Chicago Bears released a statement outlining plans for a potential stadium near Wolf Lake in Hammond, Indiana, escalating relocation speculation in 2026. The post Chicago Bears Announce Indiana Stadium Vision After Illinois Bill Stalls appeared first on Chicago Bears Talk.

Chicago Bears Announce Indiana Stadium Vision After Illinois Bill Stalls

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Should the Chicago Bears Pursue Kenneth Walker in 2026 Free Agency? Kenneth Walker could hit free agency in 2026. Should the Chicago Bears invest big at running back or stick to a cost-controlled approach? The post Should the Chicago Bears Pursue Kenneth Walker in 2026 Free Agency? appeared first on Latest News:.

Should the Chicago Bears Pursue Kenneth Walker in 2026 Free Agency?

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Should the Chicago Bears Trade for Maxx Crosby in 2026? Breaking Down the Risk and Reward The Chicago Bears could make a blockbuster move for Raiders DE Maxx Crosby. Here’s why it makes sense—and why it might not—in the 2026 offseason. The post Should the Chicago Bears Trade for Maxx Crosby in 2026? Breaking Down the Risk and Reward appeared first on Latest News:.

Should the Chicago Bears Trade for Maxx Crosby in 2026? Breaking Down the Risk and Reward

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Bears stay close to home with new offensive coordinator The Chicago Bears didn't have to look far to replace Declan Doyle as their offensive coordinator, promoting Press Taylor to fill the role. The post Bears stay close to home with new offensive coordinator appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears stay close to home with new offensive coordinator

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Bears owner heaps praise on Caleb Williams Chicago Bears owner George McCaskey is thrilled with what he saw from quarterback Caleb Williams last season. The post Bears owner heaps praise on Caleb Williams appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears owner heaps praise on Caleb Williams

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Super Bowl odds: Where do the Bears rank? Fresh off this year's Super Bowl results, see where the Chicago Bears rank in terms of their chances to win next year's title. The post Super Bowl odds: Where do the Bears rank? appeared first on BearsTalk.

Super Bowl odds: Where do the Bears rank?

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Bears load up on defense in latest NFL.com mock draft NFL.com's new three-round mock draft gives the Chicago Bears a ton of defensive help with each of their selections. The post Bears load up on defense in latest NFL.com mock draft appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears load up on defense in latest NFL.com mock draft

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Bears’ Joe Thuney wins historic NFL award Chicago Bears offensive lineman Joe Thuney is the first player in NFL history to be named "Protector of the Year." The post Bears’ Joe Thuney wins historic NFL award appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears’ Joe Thuney wins historic NFL award

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Bears win ‘Moment of the Year’ at NFL Honors The Chicago Bears' walk-off winner in overtime vs. the Green Bay Packers took home some hardware Thursday night. The post Bears win ‘Moment of the Year’ at NFL Honors appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears win ‘Moment of the Year’ at NFL Honors

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Bears legend Brian Urlacher’s favorite moment from 2025 season Chicago Bears legend Brian Urlacher had an easy choice when asked for his favorite moment from the 2025 season. The post Bears legend Brian Urlacher’s favorite moment from 2025 season appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears legend Brian Urlacher’s favorite moment from 2025 season

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Chicago Bears in Indiana? CM Punk says no way Pro wrestling superstar CM Punk doesn't want his beloved Chicago Bears playing their home games in another state. The post Chicago Bears in Indiana? CM Punk says no way appeared first on BearsTalk.

Chicago Bears in Indiana? CM Punk says no way

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Bears RB D’Andre Swift wants to stay in Chicago Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift is headed for free agency, but he doesn't want to go anywhere after a successful 2025 season. The post Bears RB D’Andre Swift wants to stay in Chicago appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears RB D’Andre Swift wants to stay in Chicago

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Bears double-dip on defense in latest ESPN mock draft ESPN's Matt Miller fills some big needs for the Chicago Bears' defense in his latest two-round NFL mock draft. The post Bears double-dip on defense in latest ESPN mock draft appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears double-dip on defense in latest ESPN mock draft

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Chris Simms raves about Caleb Williams’ development, potential Former NFL QB Chris Simms has nothing but good things to say about Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. The post Chris Simms raves about Caleb Williams’ development, potential appeared first on BearsTalk.

Chris Simms raves about Caleb Williams’ development, potential

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Kevin Byard talks 2025 season, potential return to Bears Coming off an incredible 2025 season, safety Kevin Byard talks about both his past and future with the Chicago Bears. The post Kevin Byard talks 2025 season, potential return to Bears appeared first on BearsTalk.

Kevin Byard talks 2025 season, potential return to Bears

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Bears beef up defensive line in latest NFL.com mock draft In the latest first-round mock draft from NFL.com, the Chicago Bears add some much-needed help for the interior of their defensive line. The post Bears beef up defensive line in latest NFL.com mock draft appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears beef up defensive line in latest NFL.com mock draft

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Bears TE Cole Kmet reacts to losing OC Declan Doyle Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet isn't thrilled about losing offensive coordinator Declan Doyle to the Baltimore Ravens. The post Bears TE Cole Kmet reacts to losing OC Declan Doyle appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears TE Cole Kmet reacts to losing OC Declan Doyle

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Bears won’t get extra draft picks for losing assistant GM to Falcons A technicality is preventing the Chicago Bears from being awarded multiple draft picks for losing their assistant GM to a promotion elsewhere. The post Bears won’t get extra draft picks for losing assistant GM to Falcons appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears won’t get extra draft picks for losing assistant GM to Falcons

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Bears lose assistant GM Ian Cunningham to Falcons Chicago Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham is leaving the team to be the new general manager of the Atlanta Falcons. The post Bears lose assistant GM Ian Cunningham to Falcons appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears lose assistant GM Ian Cunningham to Falcons

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Bears’ assistant GM gets 2nd interview for Falcons’ GM job The Atlanta Falcons want another interview with Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham, this time in person. The post Bears’ assistant GM gets 2nd interview for Falcons’ GM job appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears’ assistant GM gets 2nd interview for Falcons’ GM job

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Ravens request interview with Bears’ assistant for OC job The Baltimore Ravens want to interview Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle for the same role on their new staff. The post Ravens request interview with Bears’ assistant for OC job appeared first on BearsTalk.

Ravens request interview with Bears’ assistant for OC job

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WATCH: All of the Bears’ 4th-quarter comeback wins from 2025 Relive all of the Chicago Bears' epic fourth-quarter comeback victories from their memorable 2025 season. The post WATCH: All of the Bears’ 4th-quarter comeback wins from 2025 appeared first on BearsTalk.

WATCH: All of the Bears’ 4th-quarter comeback wins from 2025

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Bears go defense in Daniel Jeremiah’s latest 2026 NFL mock draft See who NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah has the Chicago Bears selecting in his latest first-round projection for the 2026 NFL Draft. The post Bears go defense in Daniel Jeremiah’s latest 2026 NFL mock draft appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears go defense in Daniel Jeremiah’s latest 2026 NFL mock draft

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Bears CB Nahshon Wright added to Pro Bowl roster The Chicago Bears are adding a fourth Pro Bowler to the NFC roster, as cornerback Nahshon Wright joins as an injury replacement. The post Bears CB Nahshon Wright added to Pro Bowl roster appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears CB Nahshon Wright added to Pro Bowl roster

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Bears coach spurns Eagles to stay in Chicago One Chicago Bears assistant is pulling out of the running for a job with the Philadelphia Eagles, passing up the chance to call plays. The post Bears coach spurns Eagles to stay in Chicago appeared first on BearsTalk.

Bears coach spurns Eagles to stay in Chicago

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Maxx Crosby to the Bears? If Maxx Crosby ends up on the trade block this offseason, could the Chicago Bears make a run at the star pass rusher? The post Maxx Crosby to the Bears? appeared first on BearsTalk.

Maxx Crosby to the Bears?

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