Bears add two defensive backs following injuries in training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:44 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Chicago Bears signed defensive backs Brandon Hill and William Wright after a tryout, seeking to bolster their roster amid injury issues in the secondary. The team previously placed Dallis Flowers on injured reserve and waived K.C. Eziomume and Gervarrius Owens due to injuries. These moves come as the Bears work to address depth concerns in their defensive backfield ahead of Saturday’s training camp practice.
- •Bears signed Brandon Hill and William Wright after tryouts.
- •K.C. Eziomume and Gervarrius Owens waived with injury designations.
- •Dallis Flowers placed on injured reserve.
- •Training camp practice scheduled for Saturday.
- 1:44 PMYahoo Sports — Bears sign two defensive backs amid injuries to the roster
"The Chicago Bears had nine players in for a tryout on Friday, and they signed two of them to the roster as they battle injuries to the secondary.
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