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Lawmakers are back in Springfield trying to lock down a deal for Arlington Heights but something new is slowing everything down.

On Friday, the Bears met with representatives at the Lost Marsh Golf Club in Hammond as the back-and-forth continues.

On Episode 9 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Bears analyst, Anthony Herron to preview the NFL Draft. What is the higher priority for the Bears, defensive end or defensive tackle? Also, should the Bears take a big swing at a high upside prospect or focus on immediate production? Plus, Anthony breaks down two potential trench targets: OT Caleb Lomu and DT Kayden McDonald. 

The 2026 NFL Draft is nearly here. FOX Chicago's Cassie Carlson previews what options the Bears have at No. 25 overall and how that's changed the Bears' offseason approach so far.

Coming off a playoff run under head coach Ben Johnson, Chicago Bears fans are gearing up for the April 23 Draft Party at Soldier Field, which will feature interactive experiences and exclusive merchandise.

This week on "1st & North:" Nine days out from the draft and things are getting interesting. Caleb Williams gets voted a Top 5 Scariest QB, the Lions play salary cap Tetris, the Packers' revamped wideout room, and is the Vikings’ defense ready to protect Kyler Murray? Plus, did Shaq really just offer to pay for a random fan's wedding?

Pro Football Talk's Charean Williams and The Athletic's Joel Lorenzi joined Tina Nguyen on Chicago Sports Tonight. Charean tells Tina why Ben Johnson could be the Bears best head coach since George Halas and why Caleb Williams will win a Super Bowl. Plus, Joel gives his prediction on whether Billy Donovan stays on as head coach with the Bulls and whether he trusts the Bulls will get things right with their front office search.

CHSN's Clay Harbor and MLB Insider Russ Dorsey joined Tina in studio on Chicago Sports Tonight. With just 11 days until the NFL Draft, which prospects should the Bears be targeting with the 25th pick and what position is a bigger priority: defensive end, defensive tackle or safety? Also, despite today's walk-off winner at Wrigley, is it coming time to start panicking about the Cubs? Plus, is Noah Schultz the White Sox biggest prospect call up in recent memory? 

This week on The Offseason with Cassie Carlson, Charles Omenihu places Bears QB in his top 5 scariest quarterbacks list, will he be in MVP conversations in December of next season. What did George McCaskey think of Ben Johnson's locker room comments about the Packers. Plus, Anthony Herron breaks down Akheem Mesidor and Dillon Thieneman's tape and shares why they'd be good options at 25 in the NFL Draft.

 On this week's Toyota Talks, Nick Moreano from REKAP & Roundtable Sports joined Cassie Carlson to chat about a bunch of Bears topics. Who are Nick's top defensive targets for the Bears at 25? Also, would Dexter Lawrence be worth the cost it'd take to trade for him? Plus, is Caleb Williams a legit MVP candidate next season?

Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson talks with Bears Beat Reporter for The REKAP and Roundtable Sports Nicholas Moreano to break down who the Bears should target with their early NFL Draft picks, whether a blockbuster move for Dexter Lawrence makes sense, and why one NFL player says Caleb Williams is already one of the league’s most feared QBs. Plus, Fox Sports' Danny Parkins joins the show to discuss how the Cubs adjust without Cade Horton and what the latest front office changes mean for the Bulls’ future.

The Score's Matt Spiegel joins Cassie Carlson in studio in a jam-packed edition of CST. Why the Cubs have enough rotational depth to survive without Cade Horton. Also, how does Horton's injury impact the Cubs World Series chances? Plus, does Spiegs have faith in the Bulls to execute their search for a new front office regime? Finally, what would the price tag be to trade for All-Pro DT Dexter Lawrence.