Dennis Allen praises rookie Jordan van den Berg's training camp performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:26 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen commended rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg for his impressive summer. Van den Berg, a sixth-round pick, has stood out in practice by effectively executing coaches' instructions and demonstrating strong instincts. After starting with the third-team defense, he has earned first-team reps due to his performance in one-on-one drills. Allen stated that continuing to impress will lead to further opportunities, particularly in the Bears' upcoming preseason game against the Cleveland Browns on August 15, which will be crucial for van den Berg's assessment on the depth chart.
- •Jordan van den Berg has impressed coaches at Bears training camp this summer.
- •He moved from the third team to receiving first-team reps.
- •Dennis Allen noted van den Berg's strong practices and instincts.
- •The rookie will likely play a significant role in the Bears' preseason opener.
- •His performance may clarify his position on the defensive line depth chart.
- 12:26 PMYahoo Sports — Dennis Allen had big praise for Bears rookie Jordan van den Berg
"Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has been impressed with sixth-round rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg this summer.
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