Chicago Bears connected to ‘dream target’ to replace $44 million bust

Last offseason, the Chicago Bears signed defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, hoping that the wily veteran would bolster their interior. Instead, Jarrett proved to be a massive disappointment.

After inking a three-year, $43.5 million contract with the Bears, Jarrett managed just 39 tackles, one tackle for loss, 1.5 sacks and eight quarterback hits in 14 games this past season, finishing with a paltry 44.5 run defense grade at Pro Football Focus.

Perhaps the 32-year-old is simply past his prime at this stage, as he provided very little help next to Gervon Dexter up front.

In fact, neither Chicago defensive tackle was any good against the run in 2025, a big reason why the Bears ranked just 27th in run defense.

General manager Ryan Poles will surely be searching for a legitimate run stuffer this offseason, and Bleacher Report’s Gary Davenport has identified whom he feels would be a “dream target” for Chicago this spring: Georgia Bulldogs star Christen Miller.

Chicago Bears linked to Christen Miller in NFL Draft

Miller is projected to be a second-round pick in the NFL Draft this April, and Davenport thinks the 6-foot-4, 305-pound defender would be the perfect fit in the Windy City.

“Miller’s numbers weren’t great in college, and at 6’4″ and 310 pounds, he’s a bit undersized to play nose tackle. But he has an intriguing blend of speed and athleticism and has played all over the defensive front,” Davenport wrote. “After a disappointing 2025 from tackle Grady Jarrett, Miller would be a welcome addition—especially after the Jarrett signing produced less-than-ideal results last year.”

Miller spent four seasons at Georgia and is coming off of a 2025 campaign in which he logged 23 tackles, four tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. The numbers don’t jump off the page, but he has been widely regarded for his ability to stuff the run.

In fact, Miller earned an 88.1 run defense grade at Pro Football Focus this past year, so while he may not be as massive as someone like former Bears All-Pro Ted Washington, he certainly has proven he can be a force in the trenches.

Chicago owns the 57th overall pick in the second round of the draft. If Miller is still on the board at that spot, the Bears may want to pull the trigger.

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