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Grading the trade: Bears closer to a Super Bowl with Simmons, but the cost was steep

The Bears added a scheme wrecker who could significantly upgrade their defensive front. The Titans added significant draft resources.

By Eric Edholm · Yahoo Sports

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 3:58 PM

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The Chicago Bears acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in a blockbuster trade.
Chicago sent 2027 and 2028 first-round picks plus a 2027 fourth-round selection to Tennessee for Simmons and a 2028 fifth-rounder.
Simmons is a 29-year-old three-time All-Pro defensive tackle who is signed through 2030.

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The Chicago Bears have acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in a major NFL trade deadline deal. Chicago sent its 2027 and 2028 first-round draft picks, along with a 2027 fourth-round selection, to Tennessee in exchange for Simmons and a 2028 fifth-round pick.

Simmons, a 29-year-old three-time All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowler, is signed through 2030 and immediately strengthens Chicago's defensive interior. The blockbuster trade comes following Chicago's strong 5-2 start to the season as the franchise pushes toward a Super Bowl contention window.

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Grading the trade: Bears closer to a Super Bowl with Simmons, but the cost was steep

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