What Will Coby Bryant Bring to the Bears?
The Chicago Bears signed a three-year, $40 million deal for former Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant. At the time of the signing, the Bears had no safeties on the roster and were in dire need of one. Over the course of his time in Seattle, Bryant compiled 227 tackles, seven interceptions and seven forced fumbles.
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The Chicago Bears signed a three-year, $40 million deal for former Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant . At the time of the signing, the Bears had no safeties on the roster and were in dire need of one. Over the course of his time in Seattle, Bryant compiled 227 tackles, seven interceptions and seven forced fumbles.
A key factor in Mike Macdonald’s defense, the 26-year-old impacted the Super Bowl-winning team by recording 66 tackles and four interceptions last season. Here’s what he will add to the Bears’ defense. 1.
Flexibility Bryant started his career as a cornerback, but flourished after transitioning to safety in 2024. Bears’ defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has taken a liking to swapping players and moving defensive backs, allowing Bryant to fit right in. This new mix of defensive backs, with Bryant’s addition, will create unique plays and expand opportunities for the Bears’ defense.