Bears Trade Targets to Watch In Week 9 (Because We’ll Be Waiting All Day For Sunday Night)

Bleacher Nation highlights potential trade candidates for the Chicago Bears playing across the NFL's Week 9 games ahead of the 2026 deadline. Following an earlier trade for Jeffery Simmons, Chicago could explore additional depth across the defensive line and secondary. Targets identified include Dolphins pass rusher Josh Uche, Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen, Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil, and former Bear Khalil Mack.

The writer notes that acquiring Mack from the Los Angeles Chargers remains difficult, as reporting indicates general manager Joe Hortiz is reluctant to move veteran starters. Meanwhile, Sainristil is viewed as an appealing target due to having team control remaining on his rookie contract, which could help Chicago balance its future payroll.