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49ers and Bears seek defensive line reinforcements ahead of trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 12:17 AM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

49ers and Bears seek defensive line reinforcements ahead of trade deadline

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears are reportedly targeting defensive line acquisitions as the trade deadline approaches. Analysts suggest the 49ers may pursue Maxx Crosby, while the Bears have been linked to Khalil Mack. Jordan Schultz believes there could be 12 to 20 trades executed, with both teams identified as aggressive players in the market. DeForest Buckner, frustrated with the Colts, has also been noted as a potential target for the 49ers. Both teams are looking to enhance their rosters as they aim for improved performance moving forward.

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•49ers and Bears targeting defensive line help before the trade deadline.
•Maxx Crosby and Khalil Mack are among suggested targets.
•Jordan Schultz predicts a busy trade period with 12 to 20 trades.
•DeForest Buckner has expressed frustration with the Colts.
•Both Chicago and San Francisco want to be aggressive in trades.

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12:17 AMYahoo Sports — NFL rumors: 49ers, Bears targeting defensive line help at trade deadline, including some surprises

What they're saying

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NFL observers seem to suggest the San Francisco 49ers need to pursue Maxx Crosby . And the Bears have been mentioned as a team that could use Khalil Mack . Both teams are targeting defensive line help at the trade deadline, including some surprises , according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. “I think we’re headed toward a very active trade […] The post NFL rumors: 49ers, Bears targeting defensive line help at trade deadline, including some surprises appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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