Bears' Coby Bryant injury forces defensive backfield reshuffle

Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant will miss 8-10 weeks after hyperextending his left knee in Monday's padded practice, forcing the team to reshuffle its defensive backfield. Bryant, signed to a three-year, $40 million deal this offseason, was expected to anchor the safety position alongside rookie first-round pick Dillon Thieneman. His absence now pushes Thieneman into a starting role sooner than planned, while Cam Lewis moves from slot cornerback to safety, creating a chain reaction of position changes. The Bears signed safety Marlen Sewell for depth Tuesday but are unlikely to trade for help. Veteran Jaylon Jones took first-team slot reps, and the team awaits Elijah Hicks' return from the physically unable to perform list.