Bears conduct short practice before joint session with Bengals

The Chicago Bears held a brief 45-minute practice at Halas Hall on August 19, 2026, in preparation for a joint session with the Cincinnati Bengals scheduled for tomorrow. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is evaluating his unit against the Bengals' potent offense, led by a strong quarterback and multiple playmakers. The Bears offense has generally outperformed the defense during training camp, making this matchup a valuable opportunity for assessment. Allen expressed optimism about the test, highlighting the Bengals’ returning offensive line and talented players. Kyler Gordon's status remains uncertain as he is recovering from an injury, while several players including Tyson Bagent and Tyrique Stevenson missed today's practice.

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