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Bears Defense’s Path to Consistency | Chicago Bears News

Jul 2, 2026 · 2 min

The Chicago Bears’ defense last year was a rollercoaster—flashing takeaways but crumbling under the run game. This offseason, they’ve rebuilt with speed, youth, and internal cohesion, betting on players who already know the scheme to rise. While turnovers won’t be guaranteed, their real chance for success lies in becoming a consistent, average run-stopping unit—something they’ve struggled with since ranking dead last in stopping explosive runs. With key returns like Kyler Gordon and upgrades like Devin Bush, plus rookie safety Dillon Thieneman, the Bears aim to fix their biggest weakness. If they can limit big plays on the ground, their passing defense and overall scheme can finally thrive.

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