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Bears Shake Up Secondary, Cornerback Battle Heats Up
30 Jul
Summary
- Tyrique Stevenson demoted to second-team defense
- Nashon Wright, Terell Smith also impacted by changes
- Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen says second CB spot "up for grabs"

In a recent Bears training camp practice, the team's defense underwent some notable changes in the secondary. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen shook up the cornerback positions, with Tyrique Stevenson being relegated to the second-team defense. Additionally, Nashon Wright and Terell Smith were also impacted by the changes.
Allen explained that the team is exploring its depth at cornerback, with veteran free agent signings like Nick McCloud and Shaun Wade getting opportunities to work with the starters. The defensive coordinator emphasized that the second cornerback spot is "completely up for grabs," suggesting an open competition is underway.
This comes as Stevenson, the Bears' 2024 second-round draft pick, looks to rebound from a challenging season. The coaching staff appears intent on pushing the young cornerback to earn his starting role, rather than handing it to him. With Wright also impressing in camp, the battle for the second cornerback job promises to be a closely watched storyline as the Bears prepare for the upcoming season.