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Chicago Bears Darnell Wright signs record deal
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Chicago Bears Darnell Wright contract talks signs record deal
In late July 2026, 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 initial report highlighted Wright’s strong performance—98.1% pass‑blocking efficiency in 2025—and noted Bears outlined possible offers ranging from a three‑year, $63 million deal to a four‑year contract near $100 million, comparable to the market Vikings’ recent extension for deals exceeding $30 million per year. Brian O’Neill. A few days later, later the Bears confirmed that negotiations were underway. Wright, who expressed a desire underway, with Wright indicating he expected to stay in Chicago, indicated Chicago and that the timing of a new contract was not a priority for him. “doesn’t really matter.” Poles set a deadline for reaching to reach an agreement before the regular season, with potential offers ranging from season. On July 31 the team reiterated the deadline and Wright’s desire to remain, emphasizing that a three‑year, $63 million deal to required agreement from both sides. Four days later, on August 4, Chicago completed a four‑year contract approaching $100 million, comparable to a recent extension worth $116 million, including $93 million guaranteed—the largest contract ever for Vikings a right tackle Brian O’Neill. 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.
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- 2026-07-31 23:41 UTC Chicago Bears Darnell Wright contract talks
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