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Bears Poach Super Bowl Champion Defender With $40 Million Splash

Bears Poach Super Bowl Champion Defender With $40 Million Splash

Summary

Coby Bryant, a safety who was part of the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl-winning team, is joining the Chicago Bears. He signed a three-year deal worth $40 million with the Bears, who are looking to strengthen their defense.

Key Facts

  • Coby Bryant played for the Seattle Seahawks and helped them win the Super Bowl.
  • He has joined the Chicago Bears on a $40 million contract for three years.
  • The Bears need to improve their defense after their performance in the playoffs last season.
  • Bryant is a former fourth-round draft pick from Cincinnati.
  • In the last two seasons, he caught seven interceptions.
  • The Seahawks wanted to keep him, but the Bears' offer was more attractive.
  • The Bears are losing their previous safeties, Jaquan Brisker and Kevin Byard, to free agency.
  • Bryant transitioned from playing cornerback to safety in 2024.

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