The Bears locked in a key offensive player last Tuesday by signing star receiver DJ Moore to a four-year contract extension through the 2029 season. The extension, worth $110 million, includes $82.6 million in guaranteed money and sets a new record for the highest average per year for a Bears player at $27.5 million, surpassing Montez Sweat’s $24.7 million APY. This is also the largest contract the Bears have ever given out. New details from the contract suggest the Bears might be planning another move. According to Over The Cap, the Bears now have $21.054 million in cap space after the extension.
2024: $7.2M
2025: $24.9M
2026-2028: $28.5M (Potential out in 2026)
2029: $24.5M (Fully non-guaranteed)
With $21 million in cap space following the extension, the Bears are well-positioned to strengthen their offensive or defensive line.
They might pursue a trade, given Ryan Poles’ history of taking risks, or they could wait for roster cuts in a few weeks or make a significant free-agent signing later. Either way, it looks like the Bears are gearing up for one more major move before the season begins.
