Good News: Just In Bears Confirm The Signing Of Another Experienced Star

Defensive end Byron Cowart was signed by the Bears on Monday for a one-year deal.

During his three seasons with the Patriots (2019–20) and Colts (2022–20), Cowart, 27, has made 36 appearances in NFL games, 14 of which were starts. He has had 41 tackles, five tackles for loss, one sack, and one pass breakup.

Maryland native Cowart was chosen by New England in the fifth round of the 2019 draft. He started all 14 of the games he played in 2020, tallying 27 tackles, three tackles for loss, and one sack after making five appearances in his rookie season, all as a reserve.

Cowart was cut by the Patriots on July 22, 2022, following his injury-related absence from the 2021 season. The Colts then claimed him. The 6-3, 300-pound player made appearances in all 17 Indianapolis games, recording 12 tackles and 2 tackles for loss.

Cowart played for the Chiefs during the offseason last year, the Texans during training camp, and the Dolphins over the majority of the season.