NFL

Bears defensive end Montez Sweat handed two-game suspension

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 14, 2026, 02:12 IST

Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat will miss the next two games after the NFL suspended him without pay for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

Bears defensive end Montez Sweat handed two-game suspension

The Chicago Bears will be without defensive end Montez Sweat for their upcoming two contests after the NFL announced a suspension for the player. The league confirmed that Sweat has been sanctioned for violating its policy regarding performance-enhancing substances.

The disciplinary action, which is being served without pay, sidelines the veteran pass rusher for this Sunday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. He will also be unavailable for the team's following game, a Thursday night clash against the New England Patriots.

Impact on Chicago's defensive rotation

Sweat, who is currently in his fourth season with the Chicago organization, has been a key component of the defensive front. Through the first five games of the current campaign, he has recorded two sacks and four quarterback hits.

His absence creates a notable void in the Bears' defensive lineup, particularly given his recent production levels. During the previous season, Sweat served as a primary disruptor for the team, leading the roster with 10 sacks. The coaching staff will now need to adjust their defensive strategy and rotation to compensate for the loss of his presence on the field during this two-game stretch.