Chicago Bears Linebacker Room Breakdown

The Setting The Tone Podcast continues its Chicago Bears position-by-position training camp preview series with a deep dive into the linebacker room. Tone, Bossman, and J_Mac discuss TJ Edwards’ recovery and role as the leader of the defense, and whether Devin Bush can finally put together a consistent season. The crew also breaks down the depth behind the starters, including DeMarco Jackson and the young linebackers fighting for roster spots. The conversation turns to one of the biggest concerns from last season: the Bears missed tackles. Is this a personnel issue, a coaching issue, or both? The guys debate whether defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has done enough to improve the fundamentals and whether tackling could ultimately determine how far this defense goes in 2026. Plus, roster predictions, bubble players, and a look ahead to next week’s Defensive Back Room episode. Drop your thoughts in the comments: ➡️ Should the Bears keep 5 or 6 linebackers? ➡️ Can Devin Bush become a reliable contributor? ➡️ What concerns you most about the defense heading into camp? #ChicagoBears #BearsNation #NFL #SettingTheTonePodcast