Bears sign Beanie Bishop Jr. as defensive back injuries mount
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Chicago Bears have signed cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. on August 9, 2026, making him the fourth defensive back acquired in three days. This move follows injuries to several key players in the secondary, including Cam Lewis, who suffered an ankle injury, and others on the PUP list. The Bears are adapting their lineup as they contend with a depleted defensive backfield. Additionally, wide receiver Luther Burden is reported to have a groin injury and is expected to miss some time.
- •Bears sign Beanie Bishop Jr. after injuries to defensive backs.
- •Bishop is the fourth DB signed by Chicago in three days.
- •Cam Lewis was carted off with an ankle injury.
- •Luther Burden likely to miss time due to a groin injury.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bears sign their 4th DB in 3 days, and a Luther Burden update
"The latest on the Bears' defensive backs, plus an injury update about Luther Burden from @wiltfongjr.
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