Moore also avoided the locker-room during the team’s offseason cleanout, a departure for a player who has been a steady presence in the locker room since 2023. The result is ongoing speculation that the 28-year-old may be playing his final snap in Chicago, especially given his 2025 stat line (a career-low 682 receiving yards) and a $28.5 million cap charge looming in 2026.
On January 26, Moore posted a supportive message about his Bears teammates, including a nod to wide receivers and coach Antwaan Randle El, signaling continued affinity for the group despite the offseason questions.
Randle El, in a January 26 interview with WGN News, praised Moore’s growth from the start of his tenure with the Bears. He credited Moore with improved route-running, run-after-catch ability, blocking, and reliable production in pressure moments, portraying a player who evolved into a trusted veteran for Chicago.
Regardless of the praise, trade discussions persist as a realistic option for 2026. The Bears must weigh Moore’s cap hit, the production-to-value ratio of his $110 million contract, and the emergence of a young trio—Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, and Colston Loveland on rookie deals through at least 2027. If Chicago considers a move, it is likely to occur before Moore’s $15.5 million 2027 base salary becomes fully guaranteed on March 13.
In short, Moore’s future remains unresolved. While his leadership and on-field development were highlighted by Randle El, the Bears’ offseason choices may hinge on whether to retain a veteran with a large cap hit or pivot toward their developing playmakers and cap flexibility.
