During a recent episode of the Under Center Podcast, Alshon Jeffery, a former wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, offers his perspective on the optimal course of action for the team regarding their quarterback situation.
There have been repeated rumors connecting a prominent free agent, Saquon Barkley, to the Bears. Two independent reports have emerged, adding weight to these speculations. USA Today’s Tyler Dragon mentioned the Bears, along with the Chargers, Eagles, Raiders, Ravens, and Texans, as teams rumored to have an interest in Barkley in a recent free agency and franchise tag roundup. Additionally, Pat Leonard from the NY Daily News supported this claim, further reinforcing the possibility of a potential connection between Barkley and the Bears.
According to sources cited by Pat Leonard from the NY Daily News, the Baltimore Ravens, Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, Houston Texans, and Philadelphia Eagles are viewed as potential suitors for Saquon Barkley, considering their available resources, team needs, and interest. While it is not a definitive statement that the Bears are actively pursuing Barkley, it would be a logical move for them to consider. Barkley has proven himself as one of the premier running backs in the league over the past two seasons, ranking highly in rushing yards, rushing first downs, and rushing touchdowns among his peers. However, it is important to note that other teams may also express a strong interest in signing Barkley, potentially leading to a competitive bidding scenario. General Manager Ryan Poles has displayed a disciplined approach to free agent contracts in previous offseasons, meaning he would likely evaluate Barkley’s potential impact on the offense before committing to a larger contract compared to what a middle-tier free agent running back would command.
NFL teams are permitted to commence negotiations with impending free agents on March 11. Subsequently, they are authorized to officially sign free agents to new contracts.
