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Worth Two First-Round Picks? Dennis Allen Says Jeffery Simmons Lifts the Whole Bears Defense

Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen gave recently acquired defensive tackle addition Jeffery Simmons the highest compliment for a defender: he's so good, Simmons elevates his teammates' play as well.

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Bears DC Dennis Allen Regrets Leaving Tyrique Stevenson One-on-One With Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Some of the thinking of Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen came into focus following a disastrous play against the Seattle Seahawks. To put it clearly, Allen is a "big-game hunter." This much was apparent from all of the blitzes he dialed up in various attempts to get pressure on quarterbacks in the pre-Jeffery Simmons days.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

What blew Dennis Allen away about coaching Jeffery Simmons in Bears debut

The Chicago Bears handed Jeffery Simmons the game ball after a dominating debut against the Seattle Seahawks Monday. Simmons altered the pass rush moving forward for defensive coordinator Dennis Allen.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / November 3

Bears have intriguing reunion option now available as the front office continues looking for ways to add more sparks on defense

Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen got the best out of C.J. Gardner-Johnson during the 2025 season, and now the familiar face is back on the market with Chicago still searching for depth in the secondary.

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NFL News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Bears DC Dennis Allen makes admission after Jeffrey Simmons trade

It’s exciting times for the Chicago Bears, especially for Dennis Allen. The team landed Jeffery Simmons via a trade on Wednesday, and he will play a key role in the unit.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 30

Dennis Allen reveals when Jeffery Simmons could make his Bears debut and what his immediate role might look like after blockbuster trade

The Chicago Bears sent a jolt through the building on Thursday when the front office made the splash trade to land All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 29

Bears added a game-changer in DT Jeffery Simmons but his fit in Dennis Allen’s scheme could change everything for Chicago’s defense

The Chicago Bears paid a steep price to land All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons, and his arrival will ripple through Dennis Allen’s entire defense, from the interior line all the way to the secondary.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 27

Cornerback could be the Bears’ most overlooked trade deadline target, these 3 candidates make sense for Ryan Poles and Dennis Allen

The Chicago Bears are rumored to be aggressive ahead of the 2026 trade deadline and not enough people are exploring potential cornerback options Ryan Poles and Dennis Allen could look into.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 20

Unheralded Chicago Bears pass rushers earns Dennis Allen endorsement

The Chicago Bears entered their Week 6 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons reeling in the pass rush. Montez Sweat is suspended for a PED violation while Dayo Odeyingbo is on injured reserve with a quad injury.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Dennis Allen’s latest comments reveal why Drake Maye could still be a nightmare matchup for the Bears’ defense on Thursday

The Chicago Bears have a quick turnaround for its next game with the New England Patriots coming to town on Thursday night and Drake Maye will be a dangerous matchup for Dennis Allen’s unit.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 20

What Dennis Allen Thinks About Increasing Kyler Gordon's Workload

It will be interesting to see whether 17 plays nets Kyler Gordon NFC defensive player of the week honors. Gordon's return on Sunday to the playing field

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 18

Bears Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen Turns Shortage Into Surplus

The Bears have already given defensive coordinator Dennis Allen a couple of game balls, so doing this is no longer sufficient. Maybe they need to give him a whole bag of game balls.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 18

Kyler Gordon Gives Dennis Allen Game-Changing Weapon Bears Defense Needs

The Bears' ideal match is reunited for Sunday's game with the Atlanta Falcons and it couldn't come fast enough. The decision to bring slot cornerback Kyler Gordon off the physically unable to perform list gives defensive coordinator Dennis Allen a weapon he has already proven he can use with great success, although only on a small scale to date.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Here's What Should Scare the Chicago Bears About the Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons are a much bigger challenge than they look for the Chicago Bears in Week 6. Chicago fans spent the week arguing over Caleb Williams’ hamstring.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Atlanta Falcons deal Chicago Bears challenge rarely seen over last 15 years

With Michael Penix Jr picking up a ribs injury, there has been a bit of controversy in terms of who starts at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. But whether it’s Penix or backup Tua Tagovailoa, the Chicago Bears can be certain of one thing.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 14

Chicago Bears defender suffers concerning injury setback

The Chicago Bears defense was lit up in a humbling 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 6 and Dennis Allen’s struggling unit could be down yet another player when they play the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Bears 3-Round 2027 Mock Draft: Ryan Poles uses another first-round pick on a defender as Dennis Allen’s unit is headed toward another rebuild

The Chicago Bears are 3-2 after the first five weeks of the season and there’s plenty of football left to be played before thinking about the 2027 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 10

How Packers' Injury Crisis Handcuffs Game Plan Against Dennis Allen’s Bears Defense

The Green Bay Packers have an exploitable offensive line and a decimated running back room in Week 5 after the injury report came out. Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has had all week to game plan for that.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 8

One of Dennis Allen's 'Window Washers' Closer to Losing Starting Job

One of the greatest dangers for the Bears defense facing Green Bay is getting burned for big plays from receivers, particularly speedy Christian Watson or Matthew Golden.

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / October 6

Packers-Bears ‘Is About Players,’ And That’s Where Coaches See Challenges

After Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears shocked the Green Bay Packers in last year’s playoffs, he excitedly told his players in the postgame locker room, “F*** the Packers.” Packers coach Matt LaFleur wasn’t going to add any gasoline to the fire.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Bears Defense Still Wreaking Havoc in One Key Area

The Chicago Bears have undergone plenty of changes on defense, but one thing hasn’t changed: their ability to take the football away. Despite featuring several new faces, Dennis Allen’s unit continues to make creating turnovers a priority.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

What Bears’ Dennis Allen said about getting Kyler Gordon back from injury

The Chicago Bears got a big win on Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles, and they were able to do it without some of their key players.

Chicago Bears News / NFL Analysis Network / January 7

Dennis Allen under pressure as Bears defensive struggles and locker room tension mount

Dennis Allen’s defense is under the microscope in Chicago, and the timing couldn’t be worse for the Bears’ defensive coordinator as the playoffs loom. The Bears’ defense has unraveled at the worst possible time, and much of the frustration is now pointed squarely at Dennis Allen.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / September 16, 2025