Inside Titans’ call that was ‘too good to pass up,’ what’s next after trading Simmons

Titans GM Mike Borgonzi got an offer he couldn't refuse, and now Jeffery Simmons is a Chicago Bear.

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Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 4:12 PM

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The Tennessee Titans traded All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears for three draft picks.
Tennessee received two first-round picks in 2027 and 2028 plus a 2027 fourth-round selection in the trade.
Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi accepted Chicago general manager Ryan Poles' offer to accelerate the team's rebuild.

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The Tennessee Titans agreed to trade All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears after receiving an unexpected, massive draft-pick package. Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi, head coach Robert Saleh, and controlling owner Amy Adams-Strunk approved the blockbuster deal after Chicago general manager Ryan Poles presented an offer considered too lucrative to decline.

Tennessee acquired two first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028 along with a 2027 fourth-round selection in exchange for Simmons. The move leaves the rebuilding 1-6 Titans without their primary defensive leader, while Simmons was reportedly surprised and disappointed by the unexpected trade.

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Inside Titans’ call that was ‘too good to pass up,’ what’s next after trading Simmons

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