Bears acquire All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons from Titans for two first-round picks

The Chicago Bears acquired All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in a trade on Thursday, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press, speaking anonymously because it had not been announced. Chicago sent its 2027 and 2028 first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-round pick, and received Simmons and a 2028 fifth-round pick. The 29-year-old has four sacks in seven games this season, and the 5-2 Bears are chasing their first Super Bowl title since 1985. The move comes before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

Right-leaning outlets lead with the all-in playoff angle. The Daily Wire says GM Ryan Poles went all-in, calls Simmons arguably the best defensive tackle, and highlights his pairing with Montez Sweat, who returns from a two-game suspension. The Washington Times runs a brief, neutral report with no analysis. Left-leaning CBS News leads with the AP-sourced account and the pick breakdown, stresses that Simmons fills a major need, and cites his four sacks. The New York Times's coverage here is a video in which three analysts break down the picks. Both sides agree on the players, picks and timing; the right stresses championship momentum, while the left stresses the need filled. Alternative sources differ: ESPN questions whether trading multiple firsts pays off, noting a poor hit rate, while Yahoo Sports compiles expert grades.