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Bears Trade Jeffery Simmons for Two First-Round Picks
Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons in historic trade, giving up two first-round picks.
In brief
Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons in historic trade, giving up two first-round picks. Chicago Bears trade Jeffery Simmons to Tennessee Titans for two first-round picks in 2027 and 2028, making it the first NFL trade of its kind since 1967. Originally reported by Chicago Bears On SI.
Bears upgrade defense
Chicago Bears acquire superstar defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in blockbuster trade with Tennessee Titans.
Blockbuster trade
The trade involves two first-round picks for 2027 and 2028, plus a 2027 fourth-rounder.
Historic NFL trade
No team has ever traded multiple first-round picks for a defensive tackle in nfl history since 1967.
Simmons' elite status
Simmons has four pro bowl selections and three all-pro nods including one first-team selection in 2025.
Pro football focus stats
Simmons ranks 12th in overall grade, fifth in pass-rush grade, 16th in run defense grade.
Bears' previous trade
Bears traded two first-round picks for Khalil Mack in 2018 deal with Raiders.
Trade value question
Is Jeffery Simmons worth two first-round picks for the bears?
Historic impact
Simmons is one of the elite defenders in football, especially at his position.
Super bowl justification
Bears need to win a super bowl in 2026 or next few years to justify trade cost.
The takeaway
Chicago Bears trade Jeffery Simmons to Tennessee Titans for two first-round picks in 2027 and 2028, making it the first NFL trade of its kind since 1967.
