Bears Bolster Defense With Two Veteran Signings originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Chicago kicks off camp with roster shake-ups and strategic signings on defense.

Writer Gabby Hajduk previews the Bears' defensive line, a group that boasts a wealth of experience at both the edge rusher and tackle positions through a combination of new and returning players.

Dennis Allen is having the Bears defense do the classic football conditioning up-down drill for a good reason. It's part of his test, which is fitting challenge for this veteran unit.

At times, the Chicago Bears' early struggles on offense are a film most have seen before. Ben Johnson talked about all the struggles before Thursday's practice, issuing a firm urgency over anything else.

Chicago Bears have the required speed for a move back to a 4-3 defense but their issue is experience in such a style of play and in the league, period. ON SI SI.COM

Senior writer Larry Mayer breaks down a deep and talented secondary led by cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson and Kyler Gordon along with safeties Kevin Byard III and Jaquan Brisker.