Overview
- NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Bears were deep in talks to acquire Saints cornerback Alontae Taylor before the deal collapsed.
- Taylor is playing out a contract year and previously worked with Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen in New Orleans, which made the fit attractive.
- Chicago’s only completed deadline move was trading with the Browns for edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka.
- General manager Ryan Poles said some asking prices were “stunning” and emphasized keeping the big picture in mind during trade evaluations.
- With Jaylon Johnson sidelined, the Bears are assessing short-term cornerback options, including a scheduled visit with Asante Samuel Jr., and have roughly $6.64 million in cap space.