PFF names two free-agent targets for Bears in 2023

The Chicago Bears are coming off a 3-14 season, but there’s nothing but optimism surrounding this team heading into 2023. The Bears have an important offseason ahead of them, which starts with free agency in March.

Chicago is projected to have north of $110 million in salary cap space, which is about double of the next closest team. That gives general manager Ryan Poles plenty of resources to build up this roster.

The Bears have a number of holes on the roster — thankfully, quarterback not included — to address, including along the defensive line and offensive line. But Poles was quick to note that they’re going to “stay sound” in free agency, meaning they’re not simply going to spend a ton of money for the heck of it.

But there are a number of options on the market at some key areas of need, should Poles choose to go that route.

Pro Football Focus’ Brad Spielberger pinpointed one offensive and defensive free agent that the Bears should target in 2023: