MONTEZ SWEAT NEWS

Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles sought to overhaul their team on both sides of the line of scrimmage in free agency and the NFL draft

MARCH 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP mock NFL draft: Giants trade up to take Cam Ward No. 1 and Raiders move up for Shedeur Sanders

Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders will be the first two quarterbacks selected in next month’s NFL draft

MARCH 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Myles Garrett to the Lions? Ideal landings spots for 8 NFL stars on the trading block

Some of the NFL's best players might be traded in the coming weeks. We identify where they'd fit best.

MARCH 4

Pro Bowl pass rusher reportedly interested in reunion with Chicago Bears | Sporting News As the Chicago Bears seek another proven pass rusher to pair with Montez Sweat, there's one familiar face who could be a good fit.

MARCH 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pro Bowl pass rusher reportedly interested in reunion with Chicago Bears | Sporting News Canada As the Chicago Bears seek another proven pass rusher to pair with Montez Sweat, there's one familiar face who could be a good fit.

MARCH 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2025 NFL Scouting Combine notes: Surprising discrepancy in Jalen Milroe's hand size

The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine has officially come to a close. Here are the best moments from this year's event!

MARCH 2

Lowest sack total since 2021 Sweat tallied one stop in the Bears 24-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact Sweat was coming off a career year in 2023, when he posted 57 tackles and 12.5 sacks when he played for both the Commanders and the Bears. This year, the veteran recorded 32 tackles and 5.5 sacks, which represented his lowest career total on a per-game basis in each category. The pass rusher is signed with the Bears through 2027.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bears predicted to acquire $13 million superstar to pair with Montez Sweat | Sporting News The Chicago Bears desperately need more pass rushers, so free agency will be the time to improve.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

With Chicago skid at 10 games, finale can't come soon enough for Bears

A season that started with playoff hopes can’t end soon enough for the Bears

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First sack since Week 8 Sweat tallied 1.0 sacks and four stops in the Bears' 30-27 overtime loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Impact Sweat has 4.5 sacks in 2024. However, the defensive end is averaging 2.1 tackles per contest. That makes the veteran a sack-dependent IDP.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sweat 'frustrated' about Bears' four-game losing streak and his sack drought When the Bears defense plays well, it’s usually because Montez Sweat is disrupting the opposing quarterback. The Bears are on a four-game lo...

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Good to go Sunday Sweat (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact After not practicing Wednesday, Sweat was a limited participant Thursday and logged a full session Friday, putting him on track to play against the Packers, who are coming off their bye week. On the season, Sweat has 16 tackles (10 solo), including 3.5 sacks, seven QB hits, two pass breakups and one forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bears OG Teven Jenkins (ankle) out, DE Montez Sweat (ankle) questionable vs. Pack Chicago Bears left guard Teven Jenkins has been ruled out for Sunday against the Green Bay Packers because of an ankle injury, while defensi...

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Questionable versus Green Bay Sweat (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact After logging a DNP on Wednesday, Sweat got in a limited sessions Thursday and full practice Friday, putting him on a good track to play Sunday. He'd previously been battling a shin issue that cost him the Bears' Week 9 contest. On the season, Sweat has 16 tackles (10 solo), including 3.5 sacks, seven QB hits, two pass breakups and one forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Thursday Sweat (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday's injury report.

Impact Sweat was held out of Wednesday's session due to an ankle issue, but he was able to return to practice Thursday, albeit in a limited capacity. If Sweat is able to log at least a limited practice Friday, he should be able to suit up Sunday against the Packers. Across eight regular-season games, the 2019 first-round pick has registered 16 tackles (10 solo), including 3.5 sacks, two pass defenses and one forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not at practice Wednesday Sweat (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Sweat has been playing through a shin injury, and now he's tending to an ankle issue as well. He'll probably have to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance to play in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to full Thursday Sweat (shin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Sweat missed last week's loss to the Cardinals but appears on track to return for Week 10 versus New England. On the season, Sweat has 15 tackles (10 solo), including 3.5 sacks, six QB hits, two pass deflections and one forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to start week Sweat (shin) logged a limited practice Wednesday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact Sweat missed Sunday's game against the Cardinals with the injury and will start the practice week looking iffy for Week 10 against the Patriots. He'll try to amp up his activity Thursday or Friday, in an effort to increase his likeliness of suiting up this week.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

A look back at the 7 biggest 2023 NFL trade deadline deals, one year later

Some of the NFL trades before the 2023 deadline worked out better than others.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Struggling Chicago Bears face difficult task getting into NFC North contention after 4-4 start

Everything was looking up for the Chicago Bears after six games

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inactive against Arizona Sweat (shin) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact After logging a limited practice Thursday, Sweat was downgraded to DNP on Friday and was given the questionable tag. With Sweat out, Darrell Taylor should see increased reps off the edge for Chicago.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 9 Sweat (shin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.

Impact Sweat downgraded from practicing in a limited fashion Thursday to a DNP on Friday, suggesting he could be on the wrong side of questionable in Week 9. The 2019 first-round pick is an integral part of Chicago's defense, recording 15 total tackles, including 3.5 sacks, and defending two passes through the team's first seven games. If he can't suit up Sunday, expect Darrell Taylor to serve as one of the Bears' top edge rushers.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Thursday's practice Sweat (shin) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Impact Sweat injured his shin during the Bears' Week 8 loss to the Commanders. He wasn't able to practice Wednesday, but he's trending in the right direction by practicing Thursday, albeit in a limited fashion. Friday's injury report will provide clarity on Sweat's status ahead against the Cardinals on Sunday. If Sweat cannot play, Darrell Taylor and rookie fifth-rounder Austin Booker would be candidates to see more snaps at defensive end alongside starter DeMarcus Walker.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still tending to injury Sweat (shin) did not practice Wednesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Sweat exited Sunday's loss to the Commanders with the injury and was unable to return. He'll still have Thursday and Friday to get back on the field before Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals. If he's unable to do so, the Mississippi State product likely won't be active for Week 9.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sweat (shin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Commanders, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The defensive end made four tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks and two tackles for losses, before exiting. Sweat came into the day with 11 tackles (seven solo), including 2.5 sacks, two pass breakups and a forced fumble on the year. Darrell Taylor and Austin Booker are Chicago's backup defensive ends.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE