After an impressive 2025 season, the Chicago Bears are eager to carry that momentum into free agency. A top priority for the Bears is re-signing key players like Kevin Byard III, C.J.
Gardner-Johnson, and Nahshon Wright. Securing Wright and either Byard or Gardner-Johnson would be a significant boost for the upcoming season.
However, Wright's Pro Bowl performance in 2025 might attract lucrative offers from teams with more cap space. Spotrac estimates Wright’s market value at a three-year, $50 million contract, averaging $16.7 million annually. If the bidding climbs higher, the Bears might have to explore other options for their CB2 position.
One alternative could be giving Tyrique Stevenson another shot on the outside or signing a seasoned veteran like Rasul Douglas, who is set to enter free agency. Bears fans are familiar with Douglas from his time with the Green Bay Packers, where he made a name for himself with 32 pass deflections and 10 interceptions over three seasons.
Douglas, who signed a modest one-year deal with the Miami Dolphins last season, exceeded expectations. He was a standout defender, tallying 62 tackles, 13 pass deflections, and one sack, while allowing just a 54.5 percent completion rate and a 73.0 passer rating against him.
With the Dolphins undergoing changes, Douglas might become available, and Spotrac projects his market value at a one-year, $4 million deal. This could be a savvy move for the Bears, providing depth behind Stevenson or potentially starting if he outperforms in training camp.
Turnovers were pivotal to the Bears' success in 2025, and adding Douglas could continue that trend. His ability to create takeaways makes him a valuable asset, showing no signs of slowing down. If he hits the open market, the Bears should seriously consider bringing him to Chicago.