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Bears Trade Jeffery Simmons for Draft Picks
Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons in blockbuster trade for 2027 and 2028 draft picks.
In brief
Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons in blockbuster trade for 2027 and 2028 draft picks. Chicago Bears trade two first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-round pick to Tennessee Titans for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who ranks fifth in pass-rush grade. Originally reported by Chicago Bears On SI.
Bears Acquire Jeffery Simmons
Chicago Bears trade two first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-round pick to Tennessee Titans for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.
2027 Draft Picks
Round 2, Round 3, Round 5 (via atl), Round 6, Round 7.
2028 Draft Picks
Round 2, Round 3, Round 4, Round 5, Round 5 (via ten), Round 6, Round 7.
Simmons' Impact
Simmons ranks fifth in pass-rush grade and 16th in run defense grade among interior defensive linemen.
Simmons' Performance
He has four sacks and 24 pressures through seven games, ranking fifth among players at his position.
Contract Details
Simmons is under contract through 2030 with his last year coinciding with Caleb Williams' extension.
Trade Justification
Simmons provides instant upgrade to Chicago's pass-rush and run defense for Super Bowl push in 2026.
The essence
Chicago Bears trade two first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-round pick to Tennessee Titans for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who ranks fifth in pass-rush grade.
