Chicago Bears get encouraging Kyler Gordon update from coaching staff as his return nears

The Chicago Bears defense needs help.

Specifically, the secondary, which was exposed quite badly in their Week 5 loss to the Green Bay Packers. While the defense as a whole has improved from week to week, the back half of the group has remained a consistent worry.

Veteran DB Jaylon Johnson has regressed in a concerning way, leading to trade rumors. Tyrique Stevenson has also struggled thus far. Rookie Malik Muhammad has been the most promising, which isn’t necessarily a good thing.

This is a group that is without its slot corner, Kyler Gordon, who has been out for the entirety of the season so far. He’s on track to make his return this weekend against the Atlanta Falcons, if all things go as planned.

Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen had praise for Gordon today. Earlier in the season, there were rumors of Gordon’s commitment to the team, but it seems those have been put to rest, at least for now.

“He’s been working extremely hard. He’s been great around the building. He’s been doing everything we’ve asked him to do. I’ve been impressed with him.”

– #Bears DC Dennis Allen on Kyler Gordon.

— Bear Report (@BearReport) October 15, 2026

This is a great sign for the Bears’ secondary, as Gordon provides turnover ability and another veteran leader to the group. Head coach Ben Johnson added, “I think Kyler can help us win games.” That may be the understatement of the century.

The Bears defense is coming off their worst performance in Week 5, and it surely was at an inopportune time.

Kyler Gordon returning to the Chicago Bears could be coming at the perfect time

This is a defensive group that is currently reeling. Not just because of last week’s embarrassing loss, but also due to the suspension of EDGE rusher Montez Sweat. The Bears’ pass rush was already limited, and now they’ll be asking a lot from reserves and practice squad guys.

A trade may be imminent if a veteran pops up. Names like Khalil Mack have been rumored to be dealt, and given his history with the organization, it wouldn’t be the worst idea in the world.

Kyler Gordon back in action.

Full participant today. pic.twitter.com/2qfdmdvjl9

— Adam Jahns (@adamjahns) October 1, 2026

As for Kyler Gordon, his return will surely spark the secondary. When he’s played, Gordon has been vital to the defense and has at times made game-changing plays.

With the amount of money he’s making, Kyler needs to be on the field, especially if he’s healthy. The NFC North will be a dogfight this year, which means there’s no more time to waste.

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