The Bears defense hasn't been nearly as dominant this season as it was in 2018, and it's failed to live up to the near-generational hype it was receiving over the summer. But considering the devastating injuries to several key starters defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano has dealt with week after week, it hasn't been all that bad of a campaign.
The who's who of Bears defenders who've missed extended time with injuries include Danny Trevathan, Akiem Hicks and now Roquan Smith, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve with a torn pec on Monday.
Trevathan (elbow) hasn't played since Week 10 and his timetable to return is still unknown.