# Chicago Bears Darnell Wright signs record deal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chicago-bears-darnell-wright-contract-talks
> Updated: 2026-08-04T19:02:23.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 3.

In late July 2026 the Chicago Bears announced they were pursuing a long‑term extension for right tackle Darnell Wright, a 2025 second‑team All‑Pro. General manager Ryan Poles said the team wanted Wright “here long term,” and the club had already exercised his fifth‑year option for 2027. The Bears outlined possible offers ranging from a three‑year, $63 million deal to a four‑year contract near $100 million, comparable to the Vikings’ recent extension for Brian O’Neill.

A few days later the Bears confirmed that negotiations were underway, with Wright indicating he expected to stay in Chicago and that the timing of a new contract “doesn’t really matter.” Poles set a deadline to reach an agreement before the regular season.

On July 31 the team reiterated the deadline and Wright’s desire to remain, emphasizing that a deal required agreement from both sides. Four days later, on August 4, Chicago completed a four‑year extension worth $116 million, including $93 million guaranteed—the largest contract ever for a right tackle and the most guaranteed money for any offensive lineman in NFL history. The deal runs through the 2031 season at an average $29 million per year and signals the Bears’ commitment to building a stable offensive line around quarterback Caleb Williams.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-04: Chicago Bears sign Darnell Wright to record $116 million contract

The Bears gave right tackle Darnell Wright a four‑year, $116 million extension with $93 million guaranteed, the biggest deal for a right tackle and most guaranteed for an NFL lineman.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bears-sign-darnell-wright-to-record-116-million-contract

### 2026-07-31: Chicago Bears negotiate long-term extension for tackle Darnell Wright

The Chicago Bears are working to secure a long‑term contract for right tackle Darnell Wright, who expects to stay in Chicago and may sign a deal worth $60‑100 million before the season starts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bears-negotiate-long-term-extension-for-tackle-darnell-wright

### 2026-07-28: Chicago Bears seek contract extension for right tackle Darnell Wright as 2026 offseason unfolds

The Bears aim to lock up All‑Pro right tackle Darnell Wright, sort out a crowded left‑tackle battle, and build on Caleb Williams' breakout 2025 season amid roster changes and a 90‑man training camp.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bears-weigh-darnell-wright-extension-and-lefttackle-battle-at-training-camp

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