Bears' Real Coaching Breakout Is on Defense | Chicago Bears News

Chicago Bears News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Forget predicting breakout coaches—most of them are already breakout coordinators. The Bears’ tight ends coach, Jim Dray, didn’t need to break out—he already did, guiding a rookie tight end to record-setting performances last season. The real question? Defensive line coach Jeremy Garrett. With a shaky unit last year and limited coaching pedigree, he’s got the talent but needs to elevate players like Grady Jarrett and Gervon Dexter. If Garrett can turn this offseason’s focus on fundamentals into real on-field results, he could be the unexpected spark the Bears’ defense desperately needs…