The Chicago Bears may add veteran wide receiver Scotty Miller, potentially stealing him from the Detroit Lions after Miller visits both teams. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Miller is visiting the Lions on Tuesday, April 28, and is also slated for a tryout with the Bears next week if unsigned, presenting a clear competition between Chicago and Detroit for the veteran speedster.
Miller would bolster a Bears receiving corps that already includes Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III as likely starters, with Kalif Raymond and Zavion Thomas providing additional depth after Chicago’s moves in free agency and the 2026 draft. Miller’s speed (a 4.39-second 40-yard dash at his 2019 pro day and a notable 39-yard TD with high top speed) would add vertical threat to the offense, complementing the Bears’ current roster while competition for No. 3 and backup WR roles remains thin behind the top receivers.
Beyond Miller, Chicago is evaluating other options, including undrafted rookies Squirrel White and Omari Kelly, to round out a deeper WR rotation. The Bears’ need for more competition at wide receiver persists as they assess how Miller fits into their 2026 roster and whether he becomes a key addition over the Lions.
Key Takeaways:
– Scotty Miller is weighing visits with both the Bears and Lions, presenting a potential veteran WR addition for Chicago.
– Miller’s speed would boost Chicago’s vertical offense, supporting the current receiving group led by Odunze and Burden III.
– The Bears are also exploring other WR options and face competition for roster spots behind their projected starters.
