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Bears bring back D'Marco Jackson and Daniel Hardy | Trade for C Garrett Bradbury

The Chicago Bears are staying busy as NFL free agency kicks off.

Chicago has re‑signed linebacker D’Marco Jackson and edge rusher Daniel Hardy, keeping key depth pieces in place for the 2026 season.

The Bears also announced a deal with New England, acquiring starting center Garrett Bradbury in exchange for a 2027 5th‑round pick—another move to solidify the offensive line as the front office ramps up for a crucial offseason.

As news continues to break around the league, we’ll be here with live Forward Progress episodes whenever Bears news demands it. Stay locked in—free agency is just getting…

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