Keep track of the Bears' moves throughout the 2026 offseason, including free agent signings, contracts and more.

The free-agent negotiating period opened at 11 a.m. Monday, and free agency officially begins at 3 p.m. Wednesday with the start of the 2026 league year. At that point, any contracts negotiated or trades agreed to can become official.

Tracking all of the 2026 free agency news and rumors surrounding the Chicago Bears.

The Chicago Bears have made another defensive signing, reportedly inking linebacker Devin Bush to a contract. According to reports, Bush and the Bears have agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $30 million, with $21 million of the contract guaranteed. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the deal, citing Bush’s agent Drew Rosenhaus.

The Chicago Bears have been busy bolstering their defense on the first day of free agency, signing linebacker Devin Bush Jr., safety Coby Bryant, and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore, according to reports.

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