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Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) and safety Kevin Byard III celebrate after Byard intercepted a pass in the fourth quarter against the Lions on Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) and safety Kevin Byard III celebrate after Byard intercepted a pass in the fourth quarter against the Lions on Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Tribune Bears sports reporter Sean Hammond on April 9, 2025. (Peter Tsai/Chicago Tribune)
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The Chicago Bears are short on playoff experience, but they have veterans they can lean on. They need their premier players to step up in the postseason.
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