The Bears waited months for Kyler Gordon. Now he’s making quarterbacks pay

In two games back after returning from a nagging calf injury, Gordon has added teeth to the Bears' pass rush.

By Kevin Fishbain · The Athletic

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 11:07 AM

Key Things to Know

Kyler Gordon recorded four sacks in his first two games back from a calf injury.
Gordon stated his personal goal is to reach 10 sacks during the current NFL season.
Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has deployed Gordon heavily as a blitzer from the slot.

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Chicago Bears slot cornerback Kyler Gordon has made an immediate defensive impact after missing the start of the season with a calf injury. Across his first two games back, Gordon recorded four sacks, including three against the Atlanta Falcons and one against New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye on Thursday night at Soldier Field.

Gordon stated his goal is to reach 10 sacks this season while operating as a key blitzer in defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's scheme. His early surge follows significant missed time, having sat out 14 games last season and five games earlier this year.

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