🚨 The Chicago Bears may still have one major roster question left — and it starts with the pass rush.
On today’s episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down why the Bears’ defensive line remains one of the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 season. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is already showing major intrigue in sixth-round rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg, praising his movement skills, power, athleticism, effort, toughness, and football character. Could the Bears have found a late-round defensive line steal? 🐻🔥
Haize also dives into the latest pass-rush speculation surrounding Chicago, including why the Bears have been urged to sign veteran edge rusher Joey Bosa and whether a blockbuster trade for Josh Sweat could finally give Montez Sweat the running mate this defense has been missing. With Chicago finishing near the bottom of the league in sacks last season, the pressure is on Ryan Poles, Austin Booker, Dayo Odeyingbo, Gervon Dexter, and the rest of the defensive front to prove this group can get after quarterbacks consistently.
Plus, the Bears’ tight end room is becoming one of the most fascinating parts of Ben Johnson’s offense. Rookie tight end Sam Roush has been named a potential instant-impact Day 2/3 pick, and his athleticism, size, special teams value, and ability to fit into 12 and 13 personnel could make him more important than fans expect. Meanwhile, tight ends coach Jim Dray defended Cole Kmet’s impact, reminding people that Kmet’s blocking, pass production, and protection value still matter in this offense — even after Colston Loveland’s breakout season.
📌 Today on Chicago Bears Central:
✅ Dennis Allen’s excitement about Jordan van den Berg
✅ Could the Bears have found a rookie defensive line sleeper?
✅ Sam Roush’s instant-impact potential
✅ Why Cole Kmet still matters in Ben Johnson’s offense
✅ Bears urged to sign Joey Bosa
✅ Could Chicago trade for Josh Sweat?
✅ Montez Sweat still needs a true edge-rushing partner
✅ Austin Booker and Dayo Odeyingbo pressure entering 2026
✅ Ryan Poles’ next possible roster move
🎙️ Tap in with Haize on Chicago Bears Central for daily Bears news, roster breakdowns, Caleb Williams analysis, Ben Johnson offense talk, Ryan Poles moves, NFL rumors, and real Bears fan conversation.
🐻⬇️ Bear Down.
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