Bears sign tight end Sam Roush to rookie contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Bears finalized the signing of tight end Sam Roush to a four-year contract worth $7.35 million on July 10, 2026. Roush, selected 69th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, completes Chicago's rookie class signings. During his collegiate career at Stanford, he recorded significant stats, including 49 receptions for 545 yards in his final season. Roush is expected to serve primarily as a blocking tight end, contributing to the offensive scheme alongside Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet.
- •Sam Roush signed a four-year, $7.35 million deal with the Bears.
- •He was the 69th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Roush had 49 receptions for 545 yards in his final collegiate season.
- •He is expected to focus on blocking roles in his rookie season.
- •The Bears have completed all contract signings for their rookie class.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Bears sign TE Sam Roush to rookie deal, wrap up 2026 draft class
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Bears sign third-round TE Sam Roush to complete draft class signings
"The Bears have wrapped up contract signings for their rookie class, signing third-round pick Sam Roush on Friday.
"The Bears signed third-round tight end Sam Roush, the team announced Friday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 10, 2026, 8:18 PMBears sign TE Sam Roush to rookie deal, wrap up 2026 draft class
The Bears have wrapped up contract signings for their rookie class, signing third-round pick Sam Roush on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 10, 2026, 8:16 PMBears sign third-round TE Sam Roush to complete draft class signings
The Bears signed third-round tight end Sam Roush, the team announced Friday.
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