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Bears show interest in trading for Bucs DT Vita Vea

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Bears show interest in trading for Bucs DT Vita Vea
Summary

The Chicago Bears expressed interest in trading for Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea prior to his contract extension. Vea requested a trade before signing a one-year, $30 million deal with the Buccaneers. NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the Bears' interest, highlighting the team's ongoing pursuit of defensive talent. No additional details on the trade negotiations have been provided.

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Key Details
  • •Bears interested in Vita Vea before his contract extension.
  • •Vea signed a one-year, $30 million extension with Buccaneers.
  • •Vea had previously requested a trade from Tampa Bay.
  • •NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the Bears' pursuit.
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  • 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Bears were interested in trading for Bucs DT Vita Vea
What they're saying
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The Bears were interested in trading for Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea before he signed a one-year, $30 million extension.

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