Titans trade Jeffery Simmons
Caleb Williams reacted as Chicago sent multiple premium draft picks to Tennessee for a pass rusher ranked among the league’s best by ESPN metrics.
- On Thursday, October 29, 2026, the Chicago Bears acquired Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in a blockbuster trade to strengthen their defense.
- General manager Ryan Poles executed the trade to capitalize on quarterback Caleb Williams' rookie contract window, which provides financial flexibility to build championship depth.
- Trading two first-round draft picks and a fourth-round selection, Chicago secured Simmons and a fifth-round pick from Tennessee. Simmons has accumulated 46.5 sacks and eight forced fumbles in his career.
- To clear roster space for Simmons, the Bears released 26-year-old defensive end Jamree Kromah. Williams posted "Goodmorning world" on Instagram following the trade.
- Simmons remains under contract through 2030 with no guaranteed money after 2027, preserving flexibility as Williams approaches extension eligibility in January.
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Bears acquire DT Simmons in pricey trade with Titans
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More than anything else, Bears' trade for DT Jeffery Simmons says they think QB Caleb Williams has arrived
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'League-changing move': ESPN reacts to blockbuster Bears trade
Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn ImagesOn Thursday, the Chicago Bears announced to the rest of the NFL that they were all-in in pursuit of a Super Bowl title this year, trading a 2027 and 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Tennessee Titans for superstar defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons. The Bears have already sported one of the best offenses in the league when quarterback Caleb Williams has been healthy. Adding Simmons on the …
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