Veteran Safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson Joins Chicago Bears After Eventful Season

On October 29th, 2025, the Chicago Bears have announced the signing of veteran safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson to their active roster. The 27-year-old player, who was formerly with the Baltimore Ravens, has had a whirlwind season so far.

Gardner-Johnson started the 2025 campaign with the Houston Texans but was released in September. He then joined the Ravens' practice squad, only to be let go again when the team acquired safety Alohi Gilman in a trade.

The safety's career has been on a rollercoaster ride, but he now finds himself reunited with Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who previously coached him with the New Orleans Saints. Gardner-Johnson was a key part of the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl-winning team last season, contributing 59 combined tackles, six interceptions, 12 passes defended, and a forced fumble.

The Bears have signed Gardner-Johnson to a short-term deal, likely including a lower base pay and performance-based incentives. The Texans are expected to absorb part of his guaranteed salary as dead money. With his experience and playmaking abilities, the veteran safety will look to provide a boost to the Bears' defense as they aim to improve on their performance this season.