Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons from Titans in bold 2026 trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
The Chicago Bears have traded for All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline. In exchange, the Bears sent two future first-round picks in 2027 and 2028, along with a fourth-round pick in 2027, to Tennessee. This move indicates the Bears' intention to capitalize on their current roster's window with quarterback Caleb Williams. Simmons, signed to a three-year, $105.8 million contract, adds significant talent to the Bears' defensive line, which analysts say was previously one of their weakest areas. As for the Titans, struggling at 1-6, this trade allows them to gather essential draft capital for a full rebuild under first-year head coach Robert Saleh.
- •Bears send 2027 and 2028 first-round picks to Titans.
- •Titans in a full rebuild after a rough start to the season.
- •Simmons recorded 38 tackles and four sacks in seven games this season.
- •Analysts praise Simmons as a game-changing addition for Chicago.
- •Bears positioned as contenders in the NFC with this acquisition.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘One of the Most Aggressive Moves,’ ‘Speaks Volumes About the Trust in Ben Johnson’ — NFL Analysts React to Bears’ Shocking Jeffery Simmons Trade
"The Chicago Bears just made the boldest move of the 2026 NFL trade deadline, as they acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans on Thursday. The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero first reported the deal, while ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Chicago is sending 2027 and 2028 first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-rounder for Simmons and a 2028 fifth-round pick.
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