Bears Send Heartfelt Message to DJ Moore After Trade to Bills

The Chicago Bears shared an emotional tribute video for the popular wide receiver after trading him to the Buffalo Bills.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Chicago Bears officially completed a trade on Wednesday to send wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills, ending his three-season stint with the team. The Bears shared a heartfelt tribute video on social media featuring many of Moore's highlights, including his game-winning touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers in overtime last season. The video thanked Moore for the "joy" he brought to the city and his dedication to the community.

Why it matters

DJ Moore was a fan favorite during his time with the Bears, making several clutch plays that helped the team nearly reach the NFC Championship Game last season. His departure marks the end of an era, but the Bears are now looking to the future with a talented young receiving corps.

The details

The Bears traded Moore and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Bills in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick. This move will help the Bears upgrade their roster through the draft or potentially use the pick in another trade. While the loss of Moore stings for Bears fans, the team still has promising young receivers like Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, and tight ends Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet to build around.

  • The trade was officially completed on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
  • Last season, Moore made a game-winning 46-yard touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers in overtime.

The players

DJ Moore

A popular wide receiver who spent the last three seasons with the Chicago Bears, making several clutch plays and becoming a fan favorite.

Josh Allen

The former NFL MVP quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, who Moore will now join as the Bills look to make another push for the Super Bowl.

Rome Odunze

A promising young receiver for the Bears who will be part of the team's talented receiving corps going forward.

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