The Chicago Bears' defense has held its own better than anticipated, and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen deserves plenty of credit for this turnaround. That said, they still have several weak links to fix.
The secondary is a major concern. Kyler Gordon returned like a man on a mission, even logging 3.0 sacks in limited action, but there are significant issues outside, with Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson struggling mightily.
That's why, with the Los Angeles Chargers sitting on a 0-6 record, the Bears should make the most of their imminent fire sale to solve their most glaring problem. Donte Jackson should be available, and he'd be perfect in Chicago.
The Chicago Bears should trade for Chargers' Donte Jackson
Jackson is on a cheap and expiring contract, so the Chargers should have every incentive to move him while they still can. He shouldn't be hard to get in terms of potential return, though multiple teams will probably be interested.
He's made four appearances this season (three starts), logging eight total tackles (six solo), one tackle for loss, two passes defensed, and one forced fumble. He's only given up seven receptions for 14.7 yards per catch.
Jackson is tailor-made for the Bears' secondary. He's always been a true ball-hawk, and someone like Al Harris, a master at helping his defensive backs force turnovers, should be able to work wonders with him.
Also, he makes perfect sense from a financial standpoint. Tyrique Stevenson will be a free agent (and won't be re-signed), but they're actually stuck with Jaylon Johnson for the time being, so adding someone on a team-friendly, expiring deal is more appealing.
Jackson isn't a superstar by any means, but this team doesn't even need him to be that guy. They can rotate him with rookie Malik Muhammad in Stevenson's place, and only have him replace Johnson if he continues to struggle mightily in coverage.
The Bears have the potential to be the most unstoppable offensive team in football, especially now that Caleb Williams is back in the fold. The defense has been fine, but 'fine' won't cut it in a win-or-go-home situation, and not making a move would be a disservice at this point.
This team should be aggressive at the trade deadline and make the most of teams struggling and already thinking about the 2027 NFL Draft. And if they won't make a big splash, they should at least go after more viable targetsl ike Donte Jackson.
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