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Chicago Bears Acquire Jeffery Simmons for Draft Picks
Chicago Bears trade draft picks for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.
In brief
Chicago Bears trade draft picks for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons. Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons, a four-time Pro Bowler, in exchange for draft picks to strengthen their defense. Originally reported by Chicago Bears On SI.
Chicago Bears Trade
Chicago Bears pulled off blockbuster trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.
Trade Details
Bears send Tennessee Titans 2027 and 2028 first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-rounder for Simmons and a 2028 fifth-rounder.
Bears Need Defense
Bears needed defensive tackle help before making this trade.
Run Defense Weakness
Chicago's run defense ranks third but faces second-fewest rushing attempts due to playing with leads.
Run Defense Issues
Bears give up 10th-most rushing yards per game and rank 26th in run stop win rate.
Pass Rush Problem
Bears lost sack production after Gervon Dexter trade, getting only one sack from interior defensive linemen this season.
Who is Jeffery Simmons
Simmons was a first-round pick of Titans in 2019 out of Mississippi State.
Simmons' Draft History
Simmons suffered torn ACL during pre-draft workouts, possibly going higher than No. 19 pick.
Simmons' Career
Simmons became elite defensive tackle with three winning seasons for Titans before recent losing streak.
Simmons' Impact
Simmons brings high pass-rush grade, run stops, and edge to Chicago's defense alongside Grady Jarrett.
The one thing
Chicago Bears acquire Jeffery Simmons, a four-time Pro Bowler, in exchange for draft picks to strengthen their defense.
