Bears Urged to Sign Former Packers Pro Bowler in Free Agency

Rasul Douglas could provide cost-effective veteran depth in Chicago's secondary.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Chicago Bears are being urged to consider signing former Green Bay Packers cornerback Rasul Douglas as a free agent this offseason. With several defensive backs headed toward free agency, Douglas could be a more affordable alternative to re-signing Pro Bowler Nahshon Wright, who is projected to command around $16-17 million per year. Douglas, who spent three seasons with the Packers, is coming off a strong 2025 campaign with the Miami Dolphins and is expected to cost around $4 million on a one-year deal.

Why it matters

The Bears are looking to build on their momentum from the 2025 season, but may not be able to retain all of their key defensive backs due to salary cap constraints. Signing Douglas, a former rival who has proven production and ball skills, could provide cost-effective veteran depth in the secondary without breaking the bank.

The details

During his three seasons with the Packers, Douglas totaled 32 pass deflections and 10 interceptions, including two pick-sixes. In 2025 with the Dolphins, he recorded 62 total tackles, 13 pass breakups, two interceptions, a sack, and a forced fumble. Opposing quarterbacks completed just 54.5% of their passes when targeting him and only posted a 73.0 passer rating.

  • The Bears enter the 2026 offseason between $5.3 million and $13.3 million over the salary cap.
  • Free agency begins on March 13, 2026.

The players

Rasul Douglas

A former Green Bay Packers cornerback who is set to become a free agent in 2026 after a strong 2025 season with the Miami Dolphins.

Nahshon Wright

A Chicago Bears defensive back who is set to become a free agent in 2026 and is projected to command around $16-17 million per year.

Ben Johnson

The head coach of the Chicago Bears.

Dennis Allen

The defensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears.

Tyrique Stevenson

A cornerback for the Chicago Bears.

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What’s next

The Bears will need to decide whether to re-sign Nahshon Wright or pursue a more cost-effective option like Rasul Douglas in free agency.

The takeaway

Signing Rasul Douglas, a former rival who has proven production and ball skills, could provide the Bears with a cost-effective veteran option to bolster their secondary without breaking the bank, especially if they are unable to retain Nahshon Wright.