Chicago Bears Linked to Three Pro Bowlers Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Chicago Bears are connected to three different Pro Bowlers as the team weighs potential roster moves ahead of the November 10 trade deadline, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported on The Pivot. Schultz named Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner, Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat, and Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack as players drawing interest.
Chicago joins the San Francisco 49ers as a team being watched closely for aggressive moves before the deadline. FOX’s Jay Glazer also reported that he expects the Bears to be aggressive, noting that the franchise has called about Mack.
Sellers Positioned at the Bottom of the Standings
The trade targets share a common thread as key players on struggling rosters that fit the profile of sellers. The Chargers sit at 0-6, while both the Cardinals and Colts hold 2-5 records, placing them in positions to accumulate future draft capital.
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With free agency looming next year for both Mack and Buckner, the situation is further complicated, whereas Sweat hits the age of 30 in March and falls outside the future outlook of a rebuilding Cardinals squad.
Defensive Needs Drive Chicago Interest
The Bears enter the trade window with needs on the interior of the defensive line and at edge rusher. Questions remain on the inside after the Gervon Dexter trade left the defense lacking pass-rush juice and consistent run-stopping ability.
Buckner has recorded four sacks across seven games this season while maintaining a reputation as a very good run defender. Meanwhile, Mack has tallied three sacks in six games following a 5.5-sack campaign in 2025, and Sweat is looking to regain form after recording two sacks this season following a 12-sack campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Chicago Bears Trade Rumors
When is the NFL trade deadline?
The NFL trade deadline is scheduled for November 10.
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Which specific players are the Bears targeting?
According to information shared by Jordan Schultz, the Bears hold links to Khalil Mack, the edge rusher from the Los Angeles Chargers, alongside Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat and Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner.
What are the current records of the teams holding these trade candidates?
The Los Angeles Chargers sit at 0-6, while the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts both hold 2-5 records.