Bears activate Montez Sweat from NFI list ahead of training camp

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 8:33 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Bears activate Montez Sweat from NFI list ahead of training camp
Summary

The Bears have activated defensive end Montez Sweat from the non-football injury list ahead of training camp. Sweat missed only the opening practice after being placed on the list earlier this week. Last season, he started every game for the Bears, recording 53 tackles, 10 sacks, and three forced fumbles. Linebacker T.J. Edwards remains on the NFI list, while six players, including cornerback Kyler Gordon, are on the physically unable to perform list.

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  • Montez Sweat returns to practice after brief absence.
  • Activated from the non-football injury list on July 29, 2026.
  • Recorded 53 tackles and 10 sacks last season.
  • T.J. Edwards still on the non-football injury list.
  • Bears have multiple players on the physically unable to perform list.
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  • 8:33 PMYahoo SportsBears activate Montez Sweat from NFI list
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The Bears will have one of their best defensive players back on the practice field Thursday.

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