Coby Bryant injury forces Bears to adjust defensive back lineup

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Coby Bryant injury forces Bears to adjust defensive back lineup
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Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant is expected to miss 8-10 weeks due to a left knee injury. His absence will require the team to make significant adjustments to their defensive back depth chart, particularly at nickel cornerback and safety. With Kyler Gordon also sidelined by a soft tissue injury, veteran Cam Lewis will shift focus to safety, while Jaylon Jones, Malik Muhammad, and Josh Blackwell will compete for nickel reps. The Bears have been challenged by injuries in their secondary during training camp and aim to avoid a repeat of last season's injury struggles that affected their performance.

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  • Coby Bryant's injury expected to sideline him for 8-10 weeks.
  • Cam Lewis takes over at safety, impacting nickel cornerback competition.
  • Kyler Gordon is also out with a soft tissue injury.
  • Bears' secondary depth tested early in training camp.
  • Team seeks to avoid last season's injury challenges.
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  • 2:01 PMYahoo SportsHow Coby Bryant injury will impact Bears defensive back depth chart
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Bears DC Dennis Allen explained how Coby Bryant's knee injury will impact how things shake out at nickel and safety.

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