Bears consider safety Kevin Byard for roster boost against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

The Chicago Bears are looking to bolster their secondary ahead of their Thursday Night Football matchup with the New England Patriots. The team is considering bringing back safety Kevin Byard, a former player who could enhance their defense after recent struggles. Byard, who recorded seven interceptions last season and has 26 tackles this year, would provide needed experience, especially with injuries impacting the current roster. The Bears have faced challenges with their safety position, primarily due to Coby Bryant's injury and inconsistent performances from other players. The Bears aim to slow down the Patriots following their three-game winning streak.
- •Bears welcome Patriots on October 20 for Thursday Night Football
- •Kevin Byard is a candidate to strengthen Chicago's safety position
- •Byard led the NFL in interceptions last season with seven
- •Bears have only recorded three interceptions collectively this season
- •New England is on a three-game winning streak
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Gimme him: One player the Bears would steal from the Patriots
"In the latest "Gimme Him," the Bears are taking back one of their former players from the Patriots, someone to help boost their secondary.
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