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The Chicago Bears acquired defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 first-round pick, and a 2027 fourth-round pick, with the Bears also receiving a 2028 fifth-round pick. Simmons, a first-team All-Pro last season, has recorded four sacks in seven games this year and signed a three-year, $105.8 million extension in June that runs through 2030. The trade marks the first time a defensive tackle has been traded for multiple first-round picks in the common draft era. The Bears, who are 5-2, already rank among the league's top 10 in both yards and points allowed.
The trade occurred ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline. General manager Ryan Poles signaled a win-now approach by acquiring Simmons, who reunites with college teammate Montez Sweat in Chicago. The Titans received significant draft capital, earning a grade of A for the deal, while the Bears were given a B+.
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