The Chicago Bears are looking like a force to be reckoned with heading into the playoffs, but there have continued to be discussions surrounding veteran wide receiver DJ Moore. Despite being a factor in the passing offense, there are people who believe Chicago could use that money on the cap more effectively. Let’s take a look at what one NFL reporter mentioned in regards to this and what it would even look like for the Bears to make this move.
Albert Breer discusses the potential of DJ Moore being traded this offseason
Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) catches a touchdown pass and celebrates against the Carolina Panthers during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
While doing a mailbag for Sports Illustrated, Senior NFL Reporter Albert Breer was asked about the possibility of Chicago trading away Moore this offseason. Below is how Breer answered:
“Moore is due $24.5 million in cash for next year. He turns 29 in April. In today’s market, that’s not bad for a complementary receiver who, to be fair, has had a down year statistically with 49 catches for 671 yards and six touchdowns. To me, the comfort level of a young quarterback is paramount, and Moore’s certainly a factor in that. I think to move off Moore, you’d have to have a better option in front of you.”
Moore is under contract through the 2030 season, with a potential out in 2028, so he is a valuable player under contract. He was part of the trade that saw the Bears land the 2024 first-overall pick with the Carolina Panthers. While having aveteran wide receiver is critical for the growth of Williams, there is a way to get that in free agency or another trade. Moore has not cracked 100+ yards in a game since 2024, so there could be a chance Moore wants to make a change as well.
With the emergence of players like Luther Burden III and tight end Colston Loveland developing as premier pass-catchers in their rookie season, Chicago could use the salary cap space as a major indication for what they can do to improve the roster this offseason. Currently, they are barely over the cap, but general manager Ryan Poles could easily create cap space. Moore is currently a $28.5 million cap hit for next season, so this would be a massive cap relief as well. It will be intriguing to see if the Bears want to make this impactful move this offseason or see if Moore can improve statistically heading into the 2026 season.
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