Coby Bryant remains sidelined; timeline to return pushed into mid‑December

Bryant’s extended absence affects Chicago’s planned secondary personnel and puts added responsibility on younger safeties and depth signings.

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- The report lists Bryant’s knee issue as sidelining him into mid‑December
- His absence leaves the team without its primary offseason safety addition
- Bears have been using Cam Lewis and other options while Bryant rehabs
- Young defensive backs (Muhammad, Thieneman) are receiving heavier workloads
- Dennis Allen’s groups were criticized after Week 1; Bryant’s absence complicates fixes
- Coaching staff must rely on in‑season adjustments and next‑man‑up performances

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