Chicago Bears Sign Veteran Safety Xavier Woods Amid Secondary Injuries
The Chicago Bears have signed Xavier Woods, a former starting safety for the Tennessee Titans, to bolster their secondary, which has been hit hard by injuries. This move comes as the team deals with the absence of projected starter Coby Bryant, who is expected to be sidelined for 8 to 10 weeks due to an injury.
On the same day, the Bears placed defensive back Dallis Flowers on injured reserve to accommodate Woods. Woods, a sixth-round pick by the Dallas Cowboys, has a career total of 15 interceptions and has started games for four different NFL teams. His addition follows a challenging week for the Bears' defensive backfield, which also saw injuries to Flowers and Gervarrius Owens during practice, leaving the team with limited options.
Woods brings significant experience with 121 career starts, having played over 500 defensive snaps last season. Despite his limitations as a traditional free safety, his veteran presence is seen as crucial for the Bears as they prepare for their upcoming preseason game. The team is currently adjusting its depth chart in light of the injuries, with Woods expected to provide immediate support.
