Chicago Bears load up with 11 draft picks, including 8 on final day

The Bears believe they got a potential starter opposite cornerback Jaylon Johnson when they took Washington's Kyler Gordon in the second round at No. 39 overall and added to the secondary again when they grabbed Penn State safety Jaquan Brisker at No. 48.

Chicago Bears draft Washington CB Kyler Gordon with No. 39 pick

The Chicago Bears addressed needs in the secondary with their first two draft picks under new general manager Ryan Poles, selecting Washington cornerback Kyler Gordon in the second round at No. 39 overall and Penn State safety Jaquan Brisker at No. 48 on Friday night.

Bills stand to lose Bates after OL signs Bears' offer sheet

The Buffalo Bills stand to lose Ryan Bates after the offensive lineman agreed to sign an offer sheet to play for the Chicago Bears, a person with direct knowledge of the decision confirmed to The Associated Press on Thursday.