Why Nolan Rucci Is The Sleeper Name You Better Circle For Bears In 1st Round

If you asked Chicago Bears fans what the priority will be for the team going into the 2026 NFL draft, most of them would say defense. They have no safeties under contract next year, need a revamp at linebacker, and sorely require a dynamic defensive lineman of some kind. Besides, GM Ryan Poles has not selected a defensive player in the 1st round once in his tenure to date. That must change if they want the unit to reach championship-ready status. The problem is that head coach Ben Johnson has the final say on personnel decisions...