On free agency's first day, Bears rework defense with focus on speed, versatility

On free agency's first day, Bears rework defense with focus on speed, versatility

The Bears agreed to sign safety Coby Bryant, linebacker Devin Bush Jr., and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore.

On free agency’s first day, Bears rework defense with focus on speed, versatility

With holes to fill and modest money to spend, the Bears spent the first wave of free agency Monday rebuilding their defense the way coordinator Dennis Allen wants it. With a focus on speed and versatility, the Bears added two starters and a rotation player — but could only watch as the price for premier pass-rushers skyrocketed. Until the Bears can land an edge rusher to pair with Montez Sweat — and they look unlikely to do so in the first tier …