Chicago Bears reportedly seek trade to draft Ashton Jeanty

Chicago Bears are reportedly making significant efforts to trade up in the 2025 NFL Draft in hopes of selecting star Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, who is widely expected to be the first running back taken and a top-10 pick. Jeanty had a historic college season, leading the nation with 2,601 rushing yards and 30 touchdowns, and finished as the Heisman Trophy runner-up. While the Bears currently hold the No. 10 pick, experts and Jeanty himself believe he will be drafted earlier, prompting speculation Chicago may need a blockbuster trade to move up, potentially into the top five. Other teams linked to Jeanty include the Jacksonville Jaguars and Las Vegas Raiders, holding the No. 5 and No. 6 picks, respectively. The Bears see Jeanty as a potential game-changing addition, with comparisons drawn to Saquon Barkley, and hope to pair him with quarterback Caleb Williams. Jeanty has embraced the spotlight, making headlines for his confident attitude and endorsement deals as he prepares for his NFL debut.