Chicago Bears sign two defensive backs following injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:47 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Chicago Bears strengthened their secondary by signing defensive back William Wright and veteran safety Xavier Woods on August 7. This comes after multiple injuries to their defense, including starting safety Coby Bryant, who is expected to miss nearly two months due to a knee injury. Additionally, cornerback Dallis Flowers has been placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a leg injury sustained earlier this week. The Bears had also worked out eight other defensive backs, indicating ongoing roster adjustments as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Coby Bryant suffered a knee injury, out for nearly two months.
- •Dallis Flowers placed on season-ending injured reserve.
- •Bears signed safety Xavier Woods and defensive back William Wright.
- •Wright is a UDFA from Tennessee with special teams experience.
- •Bears worked out eight other defensive backs on August 7.
- 1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Chicago Bears make another roster move
"Report: Chicago Bears bolster secondary again
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