Brad Biggs

Brad Biggs is the Chicago Bears/NFL columnist. He has covered the Bears and the NFL since 2001. Before joining the Tribune in 2009, Biggs covered the Bears for the Sun-Times.

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (4) celebrates with teammate Malachi Fields after rushing for a touchdown against Syracuse on Nov. 22, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Can they build a sufficient pass rush? How about a trade up for Jeremiyah Love?

March 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears could go in any number of directions in the NFL draft. Could that include a bold move up the board for the top running back? Brad Biggs...

Bears running back Travis Homer runs onto the field before a game against the Giants on Nov. 9, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Dominic Di Palermo/Chicago Tribune)

Tracking the Chicago Bears in NFL free agency: Special teamer Travis Homer signing with Pittsburgh Steelers

March 23, 2026 at 11:04 a.m.

It's the busiest week on the NFL’s offseason calendar. Here’s the latest Chicago Bears news in free agency.

Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan rushes the passer against the Eagles on Jan. 1, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Is the team ‘broke’? Will they add a veteran edge rusher to the mix?

March 18, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Are the Chicago Bears really "broke"? Will they sign a veteran end to boost the pass rush? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.

Fans walk past a sign during the Bears NFL draft party at Soldier Field on April 29, 2022. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

NFL mock draft 1.0: Who will the Chicago Bears select with the No. 25 pick?

March 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The focus around the NFL has turned from free agency to the draft. Here's a look at how the first round could go.

Bears left tackle Braxton Jones runs onto the field before a game against the Lions on Dec. 22, 2024, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Column: A healthy Braxton Jones or Jedrick Wills Jr. should put Chicago Bears in better spot at left tackle

March 15, 2026 at 7:22 a.m.

The Chicago Bears left tackle competition starts with Braxton Jones and Jedrick Wills Jr. A healthy version of either one should put the offense in a better spot.

Raiders quarterback Geno Smith is hit by Browns linebacker Devin Bush on Nov. 23, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

How well have the Chicago Bears addressed their needs? 5 pressing questions after the 1st wave of free agency.

March 12, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears shuffled their roster through several signings, trades and departures. As the dust settles, did they come out ahead or behind?

Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby rushes the passer against the Texans on Dec. 21, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker)

Column: Would Chicago Bears take a swing at a Maxx Crosby trade? Price tag, salary and health all factors.

March 11, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

Fallout from the failed Maxx Crosby trade begs the question: What's next for the Las Vegas Raiders and the marquee edge rusher? It's a lot for the Chicago Bears to...

Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant gets set during the NFC Championship on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

Column: Chicago Bears add speed to defense, while NFL shopping season begins with big contracts for linemen

March 9, 2026 at 7:03 p.m.

Big contracts for linemen highlighted the opening of the NFL shopping season. The Chicago Bears can still get better there in the draft.

Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) celebrates after recovering a fumble against the Packers on Dec. 20, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears have released Tremaine Edmunds, freeing up more cap space — but making linebacker a need

March 6, 2026 at 5:29 p.m.

The Chicago Bears officially terminated the contract of linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, the latest in a flurry of moves to get cap-compliant before the new league year begins next week.

Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus stands on the sideline during a game against the Eagles on Sept. 4, 2025, in Philadelphia. (Elías Valverde II/Dallas Morning News)

NFL coaching and GM tracker: Matt Eberflus joining San Francisco 49ers staff as defensive assistant

March 5, 2026 at 4:04 p.m.

The NFL head coach and general manager hiring cycles are in full force. Here's the latest news that could be of interest to Chicago Bears fans.

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