Bears build strong young core with promising players for future seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Chicago Bears locked up right tackle Darnell Wright to a contract extension, securing one of their first-round picks for the first time in over a decade. The team, under general manager Ryan Poles, is cultivating a young roster that includes quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze, along with other rising talents. They aim for success in the NFC North, and with a solid foundation in place, the Bears appear poised for sustainable improvement. The next challenge will be securing additional key positions, such as a young pass rusher, in upcoming drafts.
- •Darnell Wright signs contract extension through 2030.
- •Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze eligible for new contracts soon.
- •Bears developing a promising core under general manager Ryan Poles.
- •New head coach Ben Johnson enters Year 2 with a young roster.
- •Focus on strong drafting to maintain roster continuity.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Bears have a great young core in place for the future
"The Chicago Bears have an exciting group of young players who are expected to help them for the foreseeable future.
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