The NFL’s free agency period officially starts on Wednesday, March 12 at 3 p.m. Central Time, yet the
Chicago Bears
has already made numerous trades and signings leading up to the beginning of the new league year.
The negotiation period has officially begun, during which we can expect to hear news of possible signings.
According to Over The Cap, the Bears are expected to have approximately $46 million in salary cap space, providing general manager Ryan Poles with ample opportunity to further develop the team’s roster.
We’re keeping an eye on all the cuts, contract renewals, trades, restructuring deals, and new acquisitions from last month leading into free agency, which formally begins on Wednesday.
Bears Wire serves as your guide to follow all the moves and changes during free agency. Don’t forget to return for the latest updates!
Bears bring back long snapper Scott Daly
According to reports, the Bears are bringing back long snapper Scott Daly for another year with a one-year deal.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero
Patrick Scales had been the primary long snapper since 2015, but he underwent season-ending back surgery prior to the beginning of the 2024 season. Daly took over and started all 17 games at long snapper for Chicago, though he missed most of the games due to this change.
Jaguars
The game in London saw him substituted with tight end Cole Kmet taking his place.
Bears bring back safety Tarvarius Moore
Chicago is welcoming back safety Tarvarius Moore for another year with a one-year contract.
team announced
On Monday, last season, Moore played in 11 games for the Bears. His main role was on special teams, during which he made a total of seven tackles.
The Bears have come to an agreement with Pro Bowl defensive tackle Grady Jarrett.
The Bears keep strengthening their defensive line with the
inclusion of ex-Pro Bowl defensive tackle Grady Jarrett
who had just been let go by the
Atlanta Falcons
On Monday, it’s a three-year agreement worth $43.5 million, including $28.5 million that is completely guaranteed, as reported.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter
.
The Bears have come to an agreement with defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo.
The Bears have significantly bolstered their defensive line.
agreeing to terms with defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo
as initially reported by the
Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs
It’s a three-year agreement worth $48 million, including $32 million guaranteed, as reported.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero
and
Ian Rapoport
.
The Bears have come to an agreement with center Drew Dalman.
The Bears have made their initial significant move in free agency.
agreeing to terms with head coach Drew Dalman
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, this is
three-year, $42 million deal
This comprises $28 million guaranteed, making Dalman the NFL’s second-highest-paid center.
The Chargers have re-signed edge rusher Khalil Mack.
It seems there won’t be a reunion with Khalil Mack after all. The Bears will need to explore other options for an edge rusher since the Chargers are keeping him by agreeing to a one-year, $18 million completely guaranteed contract, reports indicate.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter
.
The Bears might consider bringing back EDGE player Khalil Mack.
A potential reunion with the Bears and pass rusher Khalil Mack might occur; he played for Chicago from 2018 through 2021. As reported by
NFL insider Albert Breer
, Chicago might consider bringing (Mack) back, even though the
Los Angeles Chargers
are anticipated to make an effort to keep him.
Bears are seen as “top contenders” for Drew Dalman.
Despite recently acquiring offensive linemen Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, Chicago is anticipated to continue pursuing a center. A preferred option seems to be taking shape. According to
FOX Sports correspondent Jordan Schultz
The Bears are seen as a “top contender” for signing free-agent center Drew Dalman. However, Dalman is anticipated to attract significant interest from teams beyond just Chicago.
The Bears have acquired OL Jonah Jackson and Joe Thuney in a trade.
Prior to the commencement of free agency, Chicago executed two significant maneuvers to bolster their inside offensive line. The team orchestrated a trade.
Los Angeles Rams
purchased guard Jonah Jackson (in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round pick) and
Kansas City Chiefs
Guard Joe Thuney was acquired (in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round pick).
Bears to add TE Durham Smythe
Following the release of experienced player Gerald Everett because of contractual issues, Chicago apparently identified his successor in seasoned Miami Dolphins veteran Durham Smythe. The new head coach for the Bears, Ben Johnson, served as the wide receivers coach in Miami when Smythe was a rookie back in 2017.
The Bears bring back Josh Blackwell and Amen Ogbongbemiga, along with several others.
Before entering the free-agent market, Chicago chose to retain multiple internal free agents, such as cornerback Josh Blackwell and linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga. Additionally, they welcomed back defensive tackle Chris Williams, defensive end Daniel Hardy, and offensive lineman Bill Murray.
The article initially appeared on Bears Wire.
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