Chicago Bears predicted to add 3x Pro Bowl running back via trade in 2026

The Chicago Bears are going into the 2026 NFL season with high expectations. They won the NFC North last season with a record of 11-6 and advanced to the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. This season, they hope to be even better.

A great deal of their overall success is going to rest on the defense improving its pass rush and continuing to be among the league’s best in generating turnovers. That being said, Caleb Williams and the offense must also make sure that they continue to improve and put plenty of points on the board.

One NFL analyst believes that a trade for three-time Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Taylor would help.

The Chicago Bears are urged to trade for three-time Pro Bowl RB Jonathan Taylor

In a recent article posted by ESPN, NFL analyst Benjamin Solak gave his 10 predictions for the upcoming season. Included in these was his belief that Taylor will be traded by the Indianapolis Colts, and that he will be headed to Chicago:

“The Bears make perfect sense. D’Andre Swift had a strong 2025 season, but he has not been reliable and has dealt with injuries for much of his career. Kyle Monangai is a likable thumper but not for more than 10 or so carries per game.

“If the Bears’ offense coalesces into a top-five unit — certainly possible given how they finished the 2025 season — the team might be fishing at the deadline for a field-tipping running back to give it an additional edge.

“Chicago’s rushing attack led the league in success rate last season, thanks in large part to great line play and excellent scheming from coach Ben Johnson. Now imagine that group with a home run hitter like Taylor breaking into the second level.”

Taylor is coming off a season in which he rushed for 1,585 yards and an NFL-leading 18 rushing touchdowns. He is in the final year of his contract, so the Bears would not have to worry about future salary cap implications. However, adding him early in the year may require some cap acrobatics.

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