Bears sign long snapper Scott Daly off Saints practice squad
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:32 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Chicago Bears have signed long snapper Scott Daly from the New Orleans Saints practice squad on September 22, 2026. This move comes after the team's struggles on special teams in their first two games. Daly previously spent two seasons with the Bears from 2024 to 2025 before leaving for the Saints. The addition of Daly may lead to changes for undrafted rookie Beau Gardner, who has faced challenges in his early performances. Head coach Ben Johnson noted issues with Gardner during a blocked field goal attempt in a recent game.
- •Scott Daly returns to the Bears after leaving for the Saints.
- •The Bears have struggled in special teams during the season's opening games.
- •Beau Gardner, the starting long snapper, may be waived following Daly's signing.
- •Head coach Ben Johnson criticized Gardner's performance on a blocked field goal.
- 7:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bears sign long snapper Scott Daly off Saints’ practice squad
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Bears bring back familiar face to roster after special teams mishaps
"The Chicago Bears are signing Scott Daly off the New Orleans Saints practice squad, bringing back a familiar face from last year's team.
"The Bears are making a move at long snapper, bringing back Scott Daly. @jacobinfante24 with more:
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 7:32 PMBears sign long snapper Scott Daly off Saints’ practice squad
The Bears are making a move at long snapper, bringing back Scott Daly. @jacobinfante24 with more:
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 7:24 PMBears bring back familiar face to roster after special teams mishaps
The Chicago Bears are signing Scott Daly off the New Orleans Saints practice squad, bringing back a familiar face from last year's team.
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