Senior writer Larry Mayer breaks down a deep and talented secondary led by cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson and Kyler Gordon along with safeties Kevin Byard III and Jaquan Brisker.

Dennis Allen is having the Bears defense do the classic football conditioning up-down drill for a good reason. It's part of his test, which is fitting challenge for this veteran unit.

There are a few ways to squander the advantage provided by three or four standout cornerbacks in a defense and one is lack of an pass rush. Montez Sweat keeps this from happening to the Bears.

Jonathan Ford joined the Bears late in the season and re-signed as an exclusive rights free agent. Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings (97) against ...

When Ben Johnson considered what stood out to him about the Chicago Bears defense as the Detroit Lions offensive coordinator, he mentioned the run defense — in 2023.

Chicago Bears have the required speed for a move back to a 4-3 defense but their issue is experience in such a style of play and in the league, period. ON SI SI.COM

Writer Gabby Hajduk previews the Bears' defensive line, a group that boasts a wealth of experience at both the edge rusher and tackle positions through a combination of new and returning players.