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Bears defense projections include Montez Sweat's snap counts for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:20 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Bears defense projections include Montez Sweat's snap counts for 2026
Summary

Chicago Bears' Montez Sweat is projected for 766 defensive snaps in 2026 according to ESPN's Mike Clay. He is expected to make 52 tackles and achieve 7.0 sacks alongside other key defensive players. Head coach Ben Johnson's second season follows a promising first year, raising questions about the team's defensive upgrades. The Bears did not make significant changes to the defensive line, relying on existing roster members like Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo. The upcoming season will test the team's defensive capabilities under coordinator Dennis Allen.

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  • •Montez Sweat projected for 766 snaps, 52 tackles, and 7.0 sacks
  • •Bears defense relies on existing roster without major offseason upgrades
  • •New secondary players Coby Bryant and Dillon Thieneman join the team
  • •Bears aim to build on last season's success under head coach Ben Johnson
  • •Dennis Allen tasked with improving the defense entering Year 2
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  • 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Projections for Montez Sweat, Bears defense in 2026
What they're saying
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ESPN's Mike Clay shared his 2026 stat projections for the Chicago Bears' offense, including Montez Sweat, Jaylon Johnson and Coby Bryant.

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