Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Bears pass on Jalen Carter in the 2023 NFL Draft?
The Bears traded down from #9 to #10 with Philadelphia, who then selected Carter. Chicago used that spot to draft Tennessee right tackle Darnell Wright, also picking up an extra draft pick in the process.
What did the Bears get out of the 2023 draft trade with the Eagles?
By swapping spots with Philadelphia, the Bears received an extra draft pick and still landed Darnell Wright, an All-Pro tackle to protect their young quarterback. It was considered a win for both teams.
What is the proposed Bears-Eagles trade involving Jalen Carter?
The trade pitch has the Bears sending a 2026 first-round pick (No. 25) and a 2026 fourth-round pick (No. 129) to Philadelphia in exchange for defensive tackle Jalen Carter.
Why do Bears fans keep bringing up a Jalen Carter trade?
Some Bears fans still feel the team should have drafted Carter back in 2023 and haven't let go of that idea, keeping the trade chatter alive even though the Bears are content with their original decision.
Has Jalen Carter had off-field issues since being drafted by the Eagles?
Yes, Carter has had some headcase moments during his Eagles tenure, even after the team helped him develop within their veteran locker room under defensive coordinator Vic Fangio.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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