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The Chicago Bears released veteran defensive back Xavier Woods on Saturday as part of a series of roster moves ahead of their Week 6 game against the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 18

Chicago Bears rookie earns 1-word mic drop after NFL debut

The Chicago Bears entered 2026 with injuries across their secondary. Matters were made even worse when Xavier Woods, who is replacing the injured Coby Bryant, was ruled out in Week 1.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 3

Chicago Bears free agent emerging as secondary starter before Week 1

The Chicago Bears thought they had their safety situation figured out when they signed Coby Bryant and drafted Dillon Thieneman. But with Bryant now forced to undergo surgery, who starts next to Thieneman has become a major question.

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28

Titans coach slams Bears’ Xavier Woods for ‘cheap’ hit in joint practice

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson is being evaluated for a concussion after a late hit from Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods during Thursday’s joint practice in Nashville.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 27

Titans WR Wan'Dale Robinson evaluated for concussion after 'cheap' hit in joint practice

At some point the NFL is going to have to do something about joint training camp practices and the problems they create.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 27

Chicago Bears slammed by Titans HC for ‘cheap’ shot hurting WR

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 27

Bears DB's 'Cheap' Hit on Titans WR Sparks One of Multiple Fights at Joint Practice

The Chicago Bears' joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday got heated on multiple occasions, and especially after a Bears player laid a big hit on a Tennessee wideout.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 26

Pinpointing Two Potential Bears Bubble Players and How They Keep a Job

How teams line up in training camp and OTAs often tells even more than a preseason game can reveal. The Bears continued to say plenty with Wednesday's practice, and that especially pertained to two players in particular.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 15

Xavier Woods Headlines Bears' List of Injuries From Preseason Week 1 Win

Another day, another injury in the secondary for the Chicago Bears. Following the team's 34-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns in preseason Week 1 on Saturday, Bears head coach Ben Johnson revealed that safety Xavier Woods exited the game early with a groin injury and didn't return.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / August 11

Bears’ desperation move is already paying off big time as another surprise starting option emerges in the secondary

The Chicago Bears were forced into a tough position after losing starting safety Coby Bryant to a 8-10 week knee injury and moved quickly to acquire a new starting-caliber player in Xavier Woods.

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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 / ChiCitySports / August 10

Chicago Bears: Dennis Allen has high praise for recently signed safety Xavier Woods, but stats tell a different story

The Chicago Bears faced many difficult roster decisions when the off-season began months ago. Among these was the tall task of replacing their starting safeties, all of whom left via free agency.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 9

Chicago Bears Safety Xavier Woods Earns Strong Report At Practice

With Coby Bryant going down with an injury, the Chicago Bears decided to bring in Xavier Woods just a few days ago on August 7th. Since then, he’s already been reported making plays at training camp.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 7

Bears Sign S Xavier Woods

With injured Bears safety Coby Bryant likely to miss approximately two months, the team is bringing in another experienced option at the position. The Bears have signed nine-year veteran Xavier Woods, the team announced.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Bears make expected move adding veteran safety to the roster to address mounting secondary injuries at training camp

The Chicago Bears have signed former Tennessee Titans starting safety Xavier Woods to help make up for the mounting injuries in the secondary, including the loss of projected starter Coby Bryant.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / February 26

Titans Set For More Offseason Moves After Making Two Cuts

The Tennessee Titans' offseason had, prior to this week, been almost entirely concentrated on off-field activities. A head coach hiring, which spurred an expected series of assistant coach and coordinator hirings, dominated the headlines as entirely anticipated.

Tennessee Titans News / Total Apex Sports / February 25

Titans Cut Cushenberry and Woods, Opening New Chapter for Cam Ward’s Offense

The Tennessee Titans made a pair of notable roster moves on Wednesday, releasing starting center Lloyd Cushenberry with a failed physical designation and cutting safety Xavier Woods.

Tennessee Titans News / Field Level Media / February 25

Titans release starters Lloyd Cushenberry, Xavier Woods

The Tennessee Titans announced Wednesday they have released center Lloyd Cushenberry and safety Xavier Woods. Cushenberry started 15 games for the team in his second season in Tennessee, while Woods made 11 appearances (10 starts) in his first year with the club.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / May 6, 2025

Veteran Titans DB Excited For Fresh Start

The Tennessee Titans added some experience in the secondary during free agency by signing Xavier Woods to a two-year, $8 million contract. Woods, who turns 30 in July, spent his first four seasons with the Dallas Cowboys before one year with the Minnesota Vikings and three with the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / March 11, 2025

NFL free agency: Xavier Woods signs two-year contract with Tennessee Titans

A former Dallas Cowboys and Carolina Panthers star will reportedly sign with the Tennessee Titans during NFL free agency. Safety Xavier Woods is set to join the Titans on a two-year contract.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 16, 2024

Panthers great Greg Olsen hated penalty on Xavier Woods for clean hit against Cowboys

Former Carolina Panthers legend Greg Olsen got the rare chance to call a Panthers game on Sunday. It was the first time he'd been able to call a game for FOX in the stadium he called home for so many years, though it ended in shocking disappointment for the home team.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / July 11, 2024

Panther Profile: S Xavier Woods' Stats, Info & 2024 Outlook

Xavier Woods is one of the most underrated safeties and really, defensive players in all of football. He's viewed as the vocal leader in the Panthers' secondary and is someone Carolina hopes to keep around beyond 2024.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 27, 2024

Is Xavier Woods the Panthers' Most Underrated Player?

Safeties typically don't get a whole lot of attention, mainly because they're the ones playing the role of "garbage man" covering up the mistakes of corners and missed tackles from linebackers.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / May 25, 2024

Panthers safety Xavier Woods earns major props in recent national rankings

Xavier Woods is finally getting some well-deserved respect. Bleacher Report put together a ranking of each team's "best-kept secret." On that list was

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 15, 2023

NFL Week 6 player prop: Cause for celebration

Through the first five weeks of the season, the winless Panthers have allowed at least 20 points to every opponent. Now they must travel to Miami and hope a diminished defense can contain the explosive 4-1 Dolphins. The King of Props is all over this one, and you can be, too.

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