Calling all Chicago Bears fans and draft gurus! The seventh annual Windy City Gridiron Mock Draft Contest is officially open, and it's your chance to prove you have the strategic mind of a true GM. We all love tinkering with mock draft simulators, but now it's time to get serious and see whose vision for the Bears' future reigns supreme.

Think you can build the perfect draft class to propel the Monsters of the Midway forward? Here’s your shot at virtual glory and bragging rights. Could this be the year we finally crown a two-time champion?

The rules are straightforward. Head over to the Pro Football Network mock draft simulator to create your masterpiece, focusing solely on the Chicago Bears. To keep the competition fair and focused, you must only manage the Bears—no controlling other teams to engineer an unrealistic haul of picks for Chicago.

Once your draft is complete, share your results in the comments section below using the specific format outlined. This includes listing each pick by number, player name, position, and college. Trading is allowed and can be a game-changer, but you must document every move in detail after your player list so everyone can follow your strategy.

Remember, you can only submit one mock draft for the contest, so make it count!

The voting will be a two-round process to ensure every entry gets a fair shot. In the first round, fellow WCG members will browse the comments and recommend their favorite mock drafts. The top contenders will then advance to a final, official poll in a dedicated article here on Windy City Gridiron. This system helps prevent early entries from gaining an unfair advantage and ensures the best drafts rise to the top.

So, fire up that simulator, plot your trades, and assemble the dream team for the Bears' 2026 draft. Will you prioritize a game-changing edge rusher, a lockdown corner, or a dynamic offensive weapon? The virtual trophy awaits the GM with the sharpest eye for talent. Good luck, and may the best mock win!