Bears weigh cap-savvy roster pivot at the NFL Combine

At the NFL scouting combine, the Chicago Bears signaled they’ll explore a wide range of moves to fix their salary-cap crunch while staying competitive in 2026 and building for the future. GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson indicated they’re open to trades and other options, including potential talks involving Tyson Bagent and DJ Moore, though Moore’s status hinges on cap considerations and compensation. Releasing Tremaine Edmunds could free about $15 million, and the team will weigh how to replace holes while mapping a path toward a future quarterback, all while trying to maximize flexibility over the next few years.