Bears swing big and trade two first-round picks for star Titans DT Jeffery Simmons
Summary
The Chicago Bears acquired defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for first-round picks in 2027 and 2028 and a 2027 fourth-round pick. Chicago also received a 2028 fifth-round pick in the deal, which had not been officially announced when the Associated Press reported it.Key Facts
- A person familiar with the trade told the Associated Press about the deal on Thursday.
- Simmons is 29 and has four sacks in seven games this season.
- Simmons earned first-team All-Pro honors last year, recording a career-high 11 sacks in 15 games.
- The Bears were 5-2 after winning two straight games and were scheduled to play Seattle on Monday night.
- Chicago won the NFC North last season with an 11-6 record and reached the divisional round of the playoffs.
- The Bears are led by coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles.
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