Kevin Byard. Tremaine Edmunds. Andrew Billings.
What do all three of these Chicago Bears defensive starters have in common?
Well, aside from the fact that all three may not return to the team in 2026, another common thread is that Chicago could afford to get a whole lot faster at their respective positions.
Speaking at the NFL Combine, Bears general manager Ryan Poles addressed the Bears' strategy when looking at defensive line prospects in this year's class. His answer, although initially about the defensive line, ultimately applied to the entire unit.
"I want to improve our defensive speed overall.