Bears aiming for contract extension with Darnell Wright before training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Chicago Bears are looking to finalize a long-term contract extension with offensive tackle Darnell Wright ahead of training camp, which begins on July 25 for rookies and July 28 for veterans. The team hopes to secure a deal similar to past extensions for Cole Kmet and DJ Moore, as Wright is now eligible for an extension after being drafted 10th overall in 2023. With the offensive tackle market demanding high salaries, securing Wright could cost the Bears upwards of $25 million per year. The team considers this investment reasonable given their promising roster of young talent.
- •Bears want to sign Darnell Wright to a long-term deal.
- •Training camp begins on July 25 for rookies.
- •Wright was drafted 10th overall in 2023 NFL Draft.
- •Expectations for Wright's contract could exceed $25 million annually.
- •Recent contract extensions for Kmet and Moore inform current negotiations.
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — Bears hope to make exciting contract decision on star OT by training camp
"This offensive tackle is someone that the Bears hope to sign long-term soon.
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