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.

Bears wide receiver DJ Moore smiles as he his acknowledged for reaching 8,000 career receiving yards Nov. 23, 2025, against the Steelers at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: What are the odds DJ Moore is traded? What to make of Drew Dalman’s decision?

March 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

How likely are the Chicago Bears to trade DJ Moore — and could he be bundled in a blockbuster deal for Maxx Crosby? Brad Biggs answers your questions weekly.

Defensive linemen warm up during a drill at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis on Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Chicago Bears are trying to thread a needle this offseason. Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts from the NFL combine.

February 27, 2026 at 9:08 a.m.

NFL narratives can shift quickly, as the Chicago Bears have seen in the last year. Unloading the combine notebook while looking ahead to free agency and the draft.

Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds celebrates with defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. after Edmunds batted a fourth-down pass by Giants quarterback Russell Wilson late in the fourth quarter Nov. 9, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Tremaine Edmunds has permission to seek a trade. What it means for the Chicago Bears’ salary cap and needs.

February 25, 2026 at 1:32 p.m.

Tremaine Edmunds' camp will see if another team is willing to flip a late-round draft pick in exchange for him. If not, the Chicago Bears are expected to release Edmunds.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles speaks to the media during the NFL scouting combine Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, in Indianapolis. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Column: Chicago Bears are open for business as GM Ryan Poles considers all options to restock the roster

February 24, 2026 at 3:46 p.m.

The Chicago Bears are willing to consider a ton of options to create salary-cap flexibility for 2026 while building a foundation for the future.

Bears general manager Ryan Poles speaks with the media at Halas Hall on Jan. 21, 2026, in Lake Forest. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Chicago Bears are headed to Indiana — for football, not politics. 6 topics for the NFL combine.

February 22, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As the Chicago Bears prepare to breeze through Hammond en route to Indianapolis, it's time to focus on the NFL's annual scouting combine — and not stadium politicking.

Bears linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga defends a pass against Eagles receiver DeVonta Smith on Nov. 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears start clearing salary-cap room — but not with the linebacker some expected to be cut

February 19, 2026 at 4:43 p.m.

The Chicago Bears released linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga on Thursday, the first in a series of moves needed to clear salary-cap room for 2026.

Bears executive Jeff King, who was promoted to assistant general manager Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (AP Photo)

Chicago Bears promote Jeff King, a member of the front office since 2015, to assistant GM on his birthday

February 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears promoted Jeff King to assistant general manager. He replaces Ian Cunningham, who left for the Atlanta Falcons.

Bears passing game coordinator Press Taylor watches training camp practice July 23, 2025, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears make Press Taylor’s promotion to offensive coordinator official and announce other additions

February 18, 2026 at 10:03 a.m.

Press Taylor's promotion to offensive coordinator is the biggest shift on Ben Johnson's coaching staff after the Chicago Bears won the division.

Bears tight end Cole Kmet makes the tying touchdown catch against the Rams in the final seconds of the fourth quarter Jan. 18, 2026, in an NFC divisional playoff game at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Could Cole Kmet be on the trading block? Is Bradley Chubb worth a serious look?

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

Could tight end Cole Kmet be on the trade block? Could Bradley Chubb be a target for Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles? Brad Biggs answers your questions weekly.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams looks to hand the ball off in overtime of the NFC divisional playoff game against the Rams on Jan. 18, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Should Ryan Poles show urgency with Caleb Williams on his rookie contract?

February 11, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

There's no greater value than having a starting QB on a rookie contract, but does that mean you have to strike now? Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions.

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