Jordan Van Den Berg impresses in NFL debut against Browns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:43 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Chicago Bears rookie Jordan Van Den Berg showcased his potential during his NFL debut on August 17 against the Cleveland Browns at Soldier Field. Van Den Berg played 28 defensive snaps in the Bears' 34-10 win. He demonstrated moments of brute power and quickness but also revealed areas needing improvement, particularly in balance and hand placement. Following this performance, Van Den Berg prepares for upcoming practices ahead of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- •Jordan Van Den Berg made his NFL debut on August 17.
- •He played 28 defensive snaps in a 34-10 victory.
- •Van Den Berg recorded three pressures on 15 pass rush snaps.
- •He showed both strengths and weaknesses on defense.
- •Next practices lead into a game against the Bengals.
- 11:43 PMYahoo Sports — Bears Film Review: Jordan Van Den Berg Shows Flashes in NFL Debut
"Chicago Bears rookie Jordan van den Berg flashed brute power and elite quickness against the Cleveland Browns, but inconsistent balance and hand placement show the interior defensive lineman still has improvements to make.
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