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Hot Take Friday: Super Bears, Super Bowl

Hot Take Tuesday is coming at you a few days late, thanks to an illness that had me at death’s door earlier in the week. I’ll spare you the details, but I think I felt about how Jabba the Hutt…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 8:15 PM
Hot Take Friday: Super Bears, Super Bowl
Key Things to Know
  • Bill Zimmerman argues the Chicago Bears are built to win a Super Bowl after acquiring Jeffery Simmons.
  • The Bears have reportedly traded future first-round draft picks to secure Simmons.
  • Zimmerman views head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams as Super Bowl-caliber leaders.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bill Zimmerman writes that the Chicago Bears are positioned to compete for and win a Super Bowl following their reported trade for defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons. The author argues that general manager Ryan Poles has gone all-in on head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams, positioning the franchise for a deep championship run.

Zimmerman contends that surrendering future first-round draft picks is justified because the selections will likely fall late in the round. Furthermore, the writer argues that Simmons acts as a defensive multiplier who will elevate teammates, such as Devin Bush, by drawing double teams and generating interior pressure.

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