Bears Select Stanford TE Sam Roush in Third Round

The Chicago Bears selected Stanford tight end Sam Roush in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft with the 69th overall pick. Acquired via a trade with Tennessee, Roush is part of a seven-player draft class intended to bolster the Bears' offensive depth. Known for his collegiate production at Stanford, Roush joins a revamped Chicago roster that also added talent at safety, center, and wide receiver during the first two days of the draft to support their offensive unit.