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Here are details of S DeAndre Houston-Carson’s contract with Bears

The Bears re-signed a valuable reserve at safety and special teamer in Deandre Houston-Carson. Here are details of his contract.

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The Chicago Bears re-signed a valuable reserve at safety in DeAndre Houston-Carson, who signed a one-year deal to remain with the team for another season.

With the return of Houston-Carson, Chicago gets back a key reserve at safety and one of the team’s most reliable special teamers. Last season with Chicago, Houston-Carson totaled 15 tackles, one interception, one fumble recovery and three pass breakups.

Houston-Carson joins Deon Bush as the second safety to be re-signed this offseason.

Now, we have details of Houston-Carson’s contract extension with the Bears.

Houston-Carson singed a one-year deal worth $1.127 million, including a $137,500 signing bonus and $987,500 guaranteed. In 2021, Houston-Carson will earn a base salary of $990,000 and have a cap hit of $987,500.

The Bears still have a vacancy opposite safety Eddie Jackson as Tashaun Gipson remains unsigned. We’ll see how Chicago intends to address that hole, be it in the draft or through the next wave of free agency.

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Bears 2021 free agency preview: Can we expect more of DeAndre Houston-Carson in Chicago?

Bears safety DeAndre Houston-Carson is set to hit free agency, but he’s a candidate to return in 2021 as a key reserve and special teamer.

The Chicago Bears have a need at safety this offseason with Eddie Jackson the only safety under contract in Chicago in 2021. While DeAndre Houston-Carson isn’t the answer as a starter opposite Jackson, he’s a key reserve and special teams contributor that should be re-signed this offseason.

Looking ahead to free agency, we’re breaking down every Bears free agent’s 2020 season, including the team’s need at the position and predicting whether they stay or go in free agency.

After looking at wide receiver Allen Robinson, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris, kick returner Cordarrelle Patterson, kicker Cairo Santos, safety Tashaun Gipson, defensive end Brent Urban, offensive lineman Germain Ifedi, safety Deon Bush, and defensive end Mario Edwards Jr., we’re continuing with Houston-Carson, who will likely be back with the Bears in 2021.

Bears S Eddie Jackson placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

The Bears have placed safety Eddie Jackson on the reserve/COVID-19 list, although he still has a chance to play on Sunday.

The Chicago Bears exited their bye week with some bad news on the COVID-19 front. Safety Eddie Jackson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Monday afternoon, the team announced.

The good news is according to Adam Hoge of NBC Sports Chicago, Jackson did not test positive and the exposure came from someone away from the team facility.

If Jackson continues to test negative, he can be removed from the list later this week and be eligible to play in Sunday’s primetime matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

According to Larry Mayer of Chicagobears.com, Jackson is the eighth Bears player to be placed on the list this season.

Jackson has played in every game for the Bears in 2020 and has 58 tackles with three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and a touchdown. If he is unable to come off the list, safeties Deon Bush and DeAndre Houston-Carson would see additional playing time in his absence.

Bears Wire will continue to monitor and update this story as more information is released.

Bears injury report: Eddie Jackson, Jimmy Graham among 9 players that DNP on Wednesday

It seems like injuries have finally caught up to the Bears, as a loaded Wednesday injury report indicates.

The Chicago Bears have been relatively lucky on the injury front through the first half of this season. But it seems like injuries have finally caught up to them, as a loaded injury report indicates.

The Bears released their first injury report of the week ahead of their Week 9 game against the Tennessee Titans, where nine players did not practice. Two of those veteran resting days for defensive tackle Akiem Hicks and linebacker Danny Trevathan. But the rest of the report is pretty grim.

Here’s a look at the Bears’ crowded injury report for Wednesday’s practice.

Current and former teammates praise Bears DB Deandre Houston-Carson

Bears reserve safety DeAndre Houston-Carson has been instrumental in the Bears last two wins, and his teammates have nothing but respect.

In any NFL game, teams are always relying on their reserve players to step up when needed, whether they need a clutch catch, a game-stopping sack, or an interception. But when you think of key reserves on the Chicago Bears, defensive back DeAndre Houston-Carson probably doesn’t come to mind. It’s about time he does and his teammates will tell you why.

Houston-Carson has been instrumental in the Bears last two wins, deflecting quarterback Tom Brady’s final pass of the game in their win against the Tampa Buccaneers and intercepting Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater on Sunday.

Houston-Carson made these plays despite only playing 22 defensive snaps over the last two weeks. Even though he may see limited playing time outside special teams, Houston-Carson’s teammates, past and present, made sure everyone knew the type of guy he is.

Bears Pro-Bowl defensive end Akiem Hicks, one of the leaders of the defense, went out of his way to praise Houston-Carson.

“One of the most disciplined players I’ve ever seen,” he said on Twitter.

Inside linebacker Josh Woods also was excited for his special teams running mate, as well.

Then, former Bear and current Packers safety Adrian Amos, who played with Houston-Carson from 2016-18, joined in and agreed with Hicks, saying “nobody works harder” than No. 36.

The praise and notoriety is a long time coming for Houston-Carson. Coming in as a sixth-round draft pick out of William & Mary, Houston-Carson found his way in and out of the lineup during his rookie season. Then, in 2017, he finally carved out a spot for himself on special teams, forcing two fumbles during the season. He would earn a key spot on the unit moving forward and became reliable on coverage alongside players such as defensive back Sherrick McManis and wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson.

Now, pressed into defensive duty thanks to an injury suffered by safety Deon Bush, Houston-Carson is making the most of his opportunity over the last two weeks.

“He’s come up so big in these situations, and that’s what it’s all about,” Bears head coach Matt Nagy told Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun Times.

It’s unclear how long Bush will be sidelined, meaning Houston-Carson will continue to see snaps on defense. But even with Bush at full strength, Houston-Carson is making a case for more playing time. It sounds like his defensive teammates wouldn’t mind that one bit.

Instant analysis of Bears’ 23-16 win vs. the Panthers in Week 6

The Bears got off to a strong start and never looked back, improving to 5-1 after defeating the Panthers 23-16.

It was a strong start for the Chicago Bears as they were able to capitalize on a disastrous first possession by the Carolina Panthers. The Bears never looked back from that first possession and improved to 5-1 after defeating the Panthers 23-16.

The Bears defense did what they did best and kept the opponents offense in check. On that first possession of the game, the Bears were able to secure an interception to help the offense inside the 10-yard line. Nick Foles was able to find rookie tight end Cole Kmet to get the Bears on the board.

The Bears were able to force another turnover as Eddie Jackson knocked the ball out from former Bears running back Mike Davis then the game-winning interception by DeAndrew Houston-Carson. The Bears had other chances to get some takeaways, but those were neglected by penalties. For the second time this season, Jackson had a pick-six negated by penalty.

Another thing that hasn’t changed for the Bears is that the offense remains inconsistent. Foles started the game 11-for-12 and it seemed the Bears offense finally has found their stride, but after that start, the offense just ran out of gas.

The Bears were able to score another touchdown with a Foles quarterback sneak. The touchdown came in the third quarter, which means the Bears have finally scored in all four quarters this season.

Heading into the fourth quarter the Bears had a 20-6 lead, but the Panthers rallied a late comeback. Davis was able to score a touchdown, then a 48-yard field goal brought the Panthers within a touchdown to tie the game.

The Panthers were able to get the ball back with 5:12 remaining but the defense was able to force a turnover on downs. The Bears got the ball inside the two-minute warning but questionable play-calling gave the ball back to the Panthers.

With one timeout left the Panthers got the ball back, but on the first play on the drive, Bridgewater threw an interception to Houston-Carson to seal the 23-16 win.

The Bears continue to win close games and now sit comfortably with a 5-1 record as they are set to face the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night a football.

The Bears had a visit with former Rams safety Marqui Christian

The Bears did some homework on free-agent safety Marqui Christian, who played four seasons with the Rams.

Following Jordan Lucas’ decision to opt out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns, the Chicago Bears lost a veteran safety they were likely going to carry on their 53-man roster.

While Eddie Jackson, Tashaun Gipson and Deon Bush are locks to make the roster, there are certainly some options for that fourth safety spot, including DeAndre Houston-Carson and Sherrick McManis. But it hasn’t stopped the Bears from exploring other veterans on the free-agent market.

The Bears met with veteran safety Marqui Christian on Sunday, according to Albert Breer.

Christian, a former fifth-round pick out of Midwestern State, recorded 83 tackles, three pass breakups and one tackle for loss in four seasons with the Los Angeles Rams.

If Christian were to find a home with the Bears, he wouldn’t be available until Week 3. According to Field Yates, Christian was suspended for the first two weeks of the regular season. Earlier this offseason, he agreed to a deal with the New York Jets in free agency that eventually fell through.

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Bears 2020 training camp preview: Safeties

With Eddie Jackson sliding back over to his natural position at free safety, the Chicago Bears defense should get a big boost.

Potentially a question mark entering the offseason, the Chicago Bears quieted the doubters when they signed safety Tashaun Gipson to replace Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, who departed in free agency. Clinton-Dix was persuaded by friend and former Alabama teammate to join the Bears on a one-year, “prove-it” deal, which turned into another one-year deal with the Cowboys.

In order to accommodate Clinton-Dix, All-Pro safety Eddie Jackson slid over to strong safety, taking him away from plays on the ball. Now that Jackson is back in his natural position at free safety, the Chicago Bears defense should get a significant boost.

Let’s review what the Bears safety room looks like as a whole.

Eddie Jackson

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Back at free safety this season, Jackson should be more comfortable doing what he does best, which is making plays on the ball. The former fourth-round pick has quickly become one of the best safeties in the league, highlighted by an All-Pro year in 2018 where he tallied six interceptions, returning two for touchdowns.

Both of Jackson’s interceptions last year came in desperation mode for the opposition, but the Bears will be counting on him to create turnovers this year.

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Report: Bears re-sign S DeAndre Houston-Carson

The Bears continue to add depth to their defense and special teams units with the re-signing of DeAndre Houston-Carson.

The Chicago Bears have been busy inking defensive players to one-year deals over the last few days and Monday was no different.

According to the Chicago Tribune‘s Brad Biggs, the Bears have re-signed safety DeAndre Houston-Carson to a one-year contract.

Houston-Carson, drafted in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, has become a key player on special teams. Last season, Houston-Carson played in all 16 games and totaled 6 tackles.

The former William & Mary standout is the latest Bears defender to return to Chicago, as the team agreed to terms with safety Deon Bush, outside linebacker Isaiah Irving, and defensive end Brent Urban on one-year deals, all within the last few days.

The team also recently signed cornerback Artie Burns, strong safety Jordan Lucas, and outside linebacker Barkevious Mingo to one-year contracts as well.

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