Grady Jarrett shares Bears' mindset going into 2026

Grady Jarrett says the Chicago Bears are going into 2026 with a “hunters” mindset, after a season in which they weren’t expected to win the NFC North. Jarrett, entering his 12th NFL season, spent his first decade with the Atlanta Falcons before joining Chicago last year. In 2025, he played 14 regular-season games and recorded eight quarterback hits. Although his stat line hasn’t always been the best, the two-time Pro Bowler emphasizes energy and process over results. With the Bears having won the division, Jarrett says every NFC North opponent will be targeting them, and he expects the defense to be key—especially given the need for more consistency against both the run and pass.