Bears assess Kyler Gordon's future amid injury concerns for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 10:56 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Chicago Bears are evaluating cornerback Kyler Gordon's role ahead of the 2026 season due to ongoing health issues. Gordon, who signed a three-year, $40 million contract in April 2025, was limited to five games last season because of injuries. Bears head coach Ben Johnson emphasized the importance of availability to building trust within the team. With Gordon's contract allowing for potential savings if traded, his performance in the upcoming camp will be pivotal. Chicago has bolstered its secondary through recent drafts and free-agent acquisitions, further complicating Gordon's standing on the roster.
- •Kyler Gordon played only five games in the 2025 season due to injuries.
- •Head coach Ben Johnson noted trust issues stemming from Gordon's availability.
- •The Bears invested in their secondary through drafts and free agency this offseason.
- •Trading Gordon could save the Bears $10.8 million in 2027 and 2028.
- •Training camp begins later this month, with Gordon's performance under scrutiny.
- 10:56 PMYahoo Sports — Bears Could Move on From $40 Million Starter Entering Pivotal Year
"The Chicago Bears will face a tough decision on a crucial defender if he can't stay health and produce in 2026. The post Bears Could Move on From $40 Million Starter Entering Pivotal Year appeared first on HEAVY.
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