The big puzzle piece for the defensive line of the Chicago Bears in 2021 is nose tackle Eddie Goldman. He opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic, and while it’s assumed he’ll be back manning the middle of the Bears defense next season, there’s been no official announcement.
Among the players that did play on the defensive line a year ago, there are five free agents and one important cog heading into the final year of his contract.
Here’s how the Bears shape up along the defensive line right now.