After finishing near the bottom in several categories a year ago, there was warranted skepticism regarding the Chicago Bears’ defense for the 2026 season.
On Tap Sports Net highlights the resurgence of the Chicago Bears defense following a difficult Week 1 opener. After giving up 37 points against Carolina, Chicago has surrendered just 9, 7, and 12 points across the subsequent three games. Under defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, the Bears rank third in the NFL by allowing only 282.3 yards per contest.
The writer attributes this rapid turnaround to increased quarterback pressure, key schematic disguises, and standout performances by Dayo Odeyingbo, Malik Muhammad II, and Dillon Thieneman. Additionally, Chicago's offense has aided the defensive unit by dominating time of possession, allowing the defense to log the fewest snaps in the league.
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