Chicago Bears NFL Draft 2026 pick tracker: Grades, fits and scouting reports

The Chicago Bears enter the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23 with seven picks over the three-day draft.The Bears are expected to go heavy on defense in this draft. They have needs on the defensive line, both on the interior and on the edge, where they’re still searching for a productive complement to defensive end Montez Sweat. After losing starting safeties Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker in free agency, they likely will grab a safety this week to compete for the job opposite newcomer Coby Bryant. On offense, left tackle is the biggest need, with wide receiver a possible target after the departure of veteran DJ Moore.