PFF grades for Bears' projected starting defense in 2025
There are high expectations surrounding the Chicago Bears heading into the 2025 season following the hiring of head coach Ben Johnson, who made a huge addition with defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who should take this defense to the next level.
The Bears made some big additions this offseason along the defensive line, including the free-agent acquisitions of defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (an experienced veteran and proven leader) and edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo (an ascending pass rusher poised to make a leap). They also added some potential playmakers in the 2025 NFL draft, including defensive tackle Shemar Turner, linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II and cornerback Zah Frazier.
With Allen taking the reins on defense, there's little doubt the unit should prosper behind their new defensive coordinator's aggressive style of defense. But there were some encouraging moments from Chicago's starters last season and for the newcomers joining the fold, as evidenced by Pro Football Focus.
PFF grades (2024) for projected starters on Bears defense:
EDGE Montez Sweat - 65.6
EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo - 66.1
DT Gervon Dexter Sr. - 70.3
DT Grady Jarrett - 62.1
LB T.J. Edwards - 60.7
LB Tremaine Edmunds - 59.2
CB Jaylon Johnson - 76.2
CB Tyrique Stevenson - 58.9
NCB Kyler Gordon - 76.0
S Kevin Byard - 72.8
S Jaquan Brisker - 65.3
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