Chicago Bears Must Take Advantge Of Rare Free Agency Phenomenon

The Chicago Bears have remained quiet for the past two months. Their roster moves were largely concluded in May. Head coach Ben Johnson and his staff used OTAs and minicamps to assess where things stood. Based on the initial buzz, it sounds like team brass is comfortable with the current slate of players. Training camp is two weeks away. GM Ryan Poles doesn't seem anxious to make any further moves of note. However, that doesn't mean he shouldn't. Sometimes, the situation on the free agent market demands action.

They say having too many good players at a position is a luxury. That is nonsense in the NFL. Football is one of the most physically demanding sports on the planet. Injuries are an inevitable fact of life. The more capable bodies you have at a position, the better your odds are of surviving without a steep decline. Most would say the Bears are more than set at cornerback going into 2025. That said, Jacob Infante of Windy City Gridiron pointed out a unique phenomenon on the open market.

An abnormal number of quality names are still available. The Bears should consider adding another body regardless of need.

The Chicago Bears would benefit from one of those guys in camp.

Samuel Jr. was an ascending star in Los Angeles, collecting nine interceptions in his first three seasons. Unfortunately, injuries knocked him out for most of 2024. Gilmore isn't the shutdown guy he was six years ago, but he continues to prove he can be dependable even in his mid-30s. Like Samuel, Fuller was dogged by injuries last season, but was a productive nickel corner before that. The list of options is a good one for the Chicago Bears. Their cornerback situation is good, but hardly complete. Kyler Gordon has health concerns of his own. Tyrique Stevenson was rough last season. Terell Smith has never been a starter. Zah Frazier is a rookie.

Nobody should turn their nose up at the team bringing in more competition, especially with lingering questions about the pass rush. It will be interesting to see if the team takes that advice.