Chicago Bears add to draft war chest in major Bills trade

The Chicago Bears began day two of the 2025 NFL Draft by selecting wide receiver Luther Burden with the No. 39 overall pick. Back on the clock two selections later, the Bears decided to shake things up even further.

Chicago has traded picks No. 41, No. 72 and No. 109 in exchange for picks No. 56, No. 62 and No. 109 from the Buffalo Bills, via Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune. The Bills went on to select defensive tackle TJ Sanders. Barring any more wheeling and dealing, there Bears are leaving the 2025 NFL Draft with three second-round picks of their own.

#Bears move out of No. 41 in a trade with Buffalo.

The Bears receive 2-56, 2-62, 4-109

Buffalo gets 2-41, 3-72, 7-240

— Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) April 25, 2025

Chicago Bears Day 2 draft plan

Based on how Chicago has used their first two selections, it’s not surprise to see the team add even more draft capital to their war chest. The Bears took tight end Colston Loveland with their No. 10 pick. Now adding Burden at No. 39, Chicago has stocked their offense for new head coach Ben Johnson’s offense. However, there are still clear holes on the roster the team needs to address.

The Bears need help on both their offensive and defensive lines. While they were aggressive in adding to both in free agency, Chicago is looking for young, potent talent to build around. Whether it be a stout blocker or explosive pass rusher, or potentially both, the Bears cannot afford to not address the trenches.

While the offense has been heavily boosted, Chicago is still in need of a running back. It’s important to note that Ohio State rusher TreVeyon Henderson did go one pick before Burden, so perhaps the Bears’ draft plans changed. But still, it would be a shock to see the franchise completely ignore the running back position in the draft.

Now, the Bears have more picks to work with. While they moved back 15 picks from No. 41, Chicago moved up another 10 from 72 back into the second. Furthermore, the franchise picked up an extra fourth-rounder for their troubles. General manager Ryan Poles and company now have the necessary ammunition to continue to Bears’ revival. But after doubling up on skill position players, Chicago must turn to other areas on the roster.