Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Chicago Bears' top trade deadline targets in 2025?
The Bears are looking at defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons, edge rushers Tuli Tuipulotu, Danielle Hunter, and YaYa Diaby, and linebacker Jordyn Brooks. All five players come from teams that are either struggling or potentially considering a roster reset. The focus is heavily on bolstering the Bears' defense.
How many sacks did Tuli Tuipulotu have last season?
Tuli Tuipulotu had 13 sacks in 2025 and already has 1.5 through three games this year. The 26-year-old is set to be a free agent next offseason, which could make the Chargers open to dealing him before the trade deadline.
Why would the Titans be willing to trade Jeffery Simmons?
The Tennessee Titans are showing signs of being one of the worst teams in football, with quarterback Cam Ward struggling and no clear path to improvement. At 29 years old, Simmons is running out of time to compete for a championship on a contending team.
Why are the Chicago Bears struggling against the run in 2025?
The Bears rank 22nd against the run, and rookie safety Dillon Thieneman leads the team in tackles, which isn't an ideal situation. That linebacker void is a big reason the Bears are eyeing Jordyn Brooks, who racked up 183 tackles last season alone.
What would the Bears' record be heading into the trade deadline if they win their next three games?
If the Bears beat the Jets, Packers, and Falcons — all of whom are 1-2 — they would be 5-1 heading into the trade deadline. That kind of record would give GM Ryan Poles every reason to be aggressive in adding pieces to push for a deep playoff run.
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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