Bears Eye DeForest Buckner After Colts Front Office Shake-Up

The Chicago Bears are reportedly interested in acquiring veteran defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts after the Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard following a loss to the Tennessee Titans.

This decision by the Colts could signal a potential fire sale, similar to what occurred with the Miami Dolphins last season. Buckner, who has expressed frustration with the team's direction, is seen as a key player the Bears could target before the trade deadline.

To facilitate a trade, the Bears would need to offer a fourth-round pick in 2027 along with a future seventh-round pick, which aligns with Buckner's trade value. However, acquiring him would put the Bears over the salary cap, necessitating a contract restructure or a new deal for Buckner, who is 32 years old. The upcoming weeks will reveal whether the Colts will indeed enter a fire sale, potentially allowing the Bears to strengthen their defensive line.