Jeffery Simmons changed the Chicago Bears Super Bowl outlook in one game

Jeffery Simmons transformed the Bears defense against Seattle. Here's how his dominant debut could unlock Montez Sweat and Chicago's Super Bowl potential.

Bryan Perez·November 3, 2026

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