Bears' 2026 NFL Draft position confirmed as Ryan Poles faces crucial path ahead

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles | Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn ImagesWith the offseason full steam ahead, Chicago Bears fans are ready to dive into what's next. We can't sulk forever, especially not after witnessing a magical season that no one saw coming.

Following their playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Round, the Bears' 2026 NFL Draft position is officially set.

Chicago will be picking later in the first round for the first time in a while

The Chicago Bears will pick 25th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft

Knowing the Bears have a later first-round pick, Poles will very likely take a "best player available" approach, as they should. However, if another team wanted to…