Dennis Allen praises defensive tackle Kentavius Street ahead of Bears season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:50 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Chicago Bears head coach Dennis Allen identified defensive tackle Kentavius Street as a key performer during training camp. Street, a 30-year-old veteran signed from the Atlanta Falcons this offseason, is expected to play a central role in the team's defensive rotation. Measuring 6'2" and 315 pounds, Street earned praise for his explosiveness and ability to disrupt the line of scrimmage. Allen indicated he remains confident in the depth of the defensive line, even following the trade of Gervon Dexter Sr. The team faces ongoing challenges in the secondary, with Kyler Gordon on injured reserve and Coby Bryant expected to miss several months. Coaches plan to rely on disciplined coverage to compensate for potential pressure limitations as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Kentavius Street recorded 125 tackles and 10.5 sacks over 85 career games.
- •The defensive line rotation includes Grady Jarrett, Neville Gallimore, Jordan van den Berg, and Jayden Loving.
- •Kyler Gordon will miss the first four games of the season due to an injury designation.
- •Dennis Allen emphasized the importance of coverage in forcing quarterbacks to hold the ball longer.
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