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Report: Bears sign UFL linebacker Tony Fields II
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The Chicago Bears are signing Columbus Aviators linebacker Tony Fields II out of the United Football League, according to UFL analyst Michael Del Negro .
Fields, originally a fifth-round pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2021, is coming off an impressive season where he finished second in the UFL with 77 tackles, adding five tackles for loss and a sack, as well as earning All-UFL honors. Fields spent five seasons in the NFL before joining the UFL and playing for the Aviators last season.
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In four seasons with the Browns, Fields appeared in 45 games, including 10 starts, and played mostly on special teams. During the 2024 season, he had a brief stint on the Los Angeles Rams ' practice squad and later signed a reserve/future deal before being cut in Aug. 2025.
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) talks with head coach Ben Johnson during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) stretches during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Skyler Thomas (38) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump stretches during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump (64) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) runs during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump (L) and Garrett Bradbury (R) train during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears line backer Wayne Matthews III runs with the ball (35) during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Caden Barnett (76) runs on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs with the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Zavion Thomas (81) passes the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Logan Jones #54 of the Chicago Bears prepares to run through drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: D'Andre Swift #4 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Rome Odunze #15 of the Chicago Bears prepares to run drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Kyle Monangai #25 of the Chicago Bears runs drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Roschon Johnson #23 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Theo Benedet #79 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Gervon Dexter Sr. #99 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears runs through drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Rome Odunze #15 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Luther Burden III #10 of the Chicago Bears puts on his helmet during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) talks with head coach Ben Johnson during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) talks with head coach Ben Johnson during Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) stretches during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive back Skyler Thomas (38) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump stretches during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump (64) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson walks on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) runs during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Jaren Kump (L) and Garrett Bradbury (R) train during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears line backer Wayne Matthews III runs with the ball (35) during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears offensive lineman Caden Barnett (76) runs on the field during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs with the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Jun 9, 2026; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Zavion Thomas (81) passes the ball during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Logan Jones #54 of the Chicago Bears prepares to run through drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: D'Andre Swift #4 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Rome Odunze #15 of the Chicago Bears prepares to run drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Kyle Monangai #25 of the Chicago Bears runs drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Roschon Johnson #23 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Theo Benedet #79 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Gervon Dexter Sr. #99 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears runs through drills during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Rome Odunze #15 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears warms up during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Luther Burden III #10 of the Chicago Bears puts on his helmet during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 10: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears looks on during Chicago Bears Minicamp at Halas Hall on June 10, 2026 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
(Geoff Stellfox, Getty Images)
The Bears have plenty of new (and returning familiar) faces at linebacker this offseason, led by free-agent signing Devin Bush , fifth-round rookie Keyshaun Elliott and former Chicago undrafted free agent Jack Sanborn . It's a loaded room, so Fields will have his work cut out for him.
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