Chicago Bears Predicted to Trade for Jonathan Taylor

The Chicago Bears are considering a major trade to build on last season's success, with ESPN's Ben Solak predicting they may swing a deal for Jonathan Taylor.

What's behind the prediction?

The Bears had a unique two-headed monster in the backfield last season, with D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai finishing top 25 in rushing.

They ranked third in the NFL in rushing, averaging 144.5 yards per game, with Swift running for 1,087 yards and nine touchdowns.

How does Taylor fit in?

Taylor had a huge season for the Colts, rushing for 1,585 yards and leading the NFL with 18 touchdowns, and the Bears could use his talent to boost their offense.

The 27-year-old running back is approaching the last year of his deal, and the Colts may need to decide if they want to give him a big third contract.

What's next for the Bears?

The Bears are currently standing 8th in the National Football Conference with a 9-8 record, on a W5 streak, and their next game is against the Carolina Panthers on 2026-09-13.

They finished 11-6 last season and won their first NFC North title since 2018 before losing in the Divisional Round to the Los Angeles Rams.

The Bears' running back tandem was among the NFL's best last season, and adding Taylor could make their offense even more formidable.

Solak wrote that Taylor's start to 2025 proved he still has "best RB in the league" potential in his legs, especially if his total touches are more carefully managed.

The Bears make perfect sense as a trade destination for Taylor, given their need for a talented running back to complement their existing roster.