Bears hold tryout for former Tennessee defensive back in NFL camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:40 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Chicago Bears held a tryout for nine defensive backs during training camp on August 8, 2026. Among those tried out was William Wright, a former Tennessee defensive back who played 45 games for the Volunteers from 2020 to 2025. Wright recorded 28 tackles, two interceptions, and had his first career start in the Music City Bowl in 2025. Other players in attendance included Beanie Bishop and Isaiah Bolden. The Bears' first preseason game is scheduled for August 15 against Cleveland at Soldier Field.
- •Bears held tryout for nine defensive backs on August 8.
- •William Wright participated, having played 45 games for Tennessee.
- •Wright recorded two interceptions and 28 tackles in his college career.
- •Bears' first preseason game is August 15 against Cleveland.
- 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Bears hold tryout for former Tennessee defensive back in NFL camp
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