Marcus Davenport signs with Bears, reuniting with Dennis Allen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Marcus Davenport is joining the Chicago Bears, marking a return to work with former coach Dennis Allen. Davenport was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2018 when Allen was the team's defensive coordinator. After stints with the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions, this will be Davenport's third NFC North team. Injury concerns have plagued him throughout his career, limiting his appearances. Future matchups will include a midseason meeting between the Bears and Saints in November.
- •Davenport previously played for the Saints, Vikings, and Lions.
- •He has struggled with injuries, playing only 77 of 133 possible games.
- •Davenport's signing marks his reunion with coach Dennis Allen.
- •The Bears will face the Saints in November.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Former Saints first-round pick reunites with Bears DC Dennis Allen
"Marcus Davenport has a new home. The Chicago Bears are signing the former New Orleans Saints draft pick in a reunion with his old coach Dennis Allen.
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