An anonymous NFC general manager has labeled the Chicago Bears a Super Bowl contender following their trade for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, according to a report published Thursday.
The trade, which brought Simmons to Chicago, prompted the unnamed executive to declare the Bears as immediate championship contenders. The evaluation underscores the impact Simmons is expected to have on the team's defense.
By Owen Crisafulli, October 29, 2026
