The Chicago Bears are preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft with a focus on enhancing their roster while maintaining competitiveness in Ben Johnson's second season as head coach. Despite not making major moves in free agency, the Bears added Super Bowl champion Coby Bryant and other key players while losing significant contributors like wide receiver DJ Moore and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds. With seven draft picks, including four in the top 89, the Bears are well-positioned to address critical needs such as defensive line and safety. The special teams unit, led by kicker Cairo Santos, who scored 114 points last season, and punter Tory Taylor, is stable, with the only uncertainty surrounding the long snapper position after the departure of veteran Scott Daly. Currently, Luke Elkin is the sole long snapper on the roster, and the team may consider re-signing Daly or sticking with Elkin. Overall, the Bears have a low positional need for special teams, allowing them to focus on other areas during the draft.