The [Chicago Bears](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/chicago-bears) aren't too worried about the offseason just yet, considering they've been one of the better teams in the NFL and are currently in first place in the tough NFC North at 7-3, but there will be some tough decisions to make when the time comes.
Among the decisions the Bears have to consider, Jaquan Brisker, the star safety, could be at the top of that list.
While Brisker has played well throughout his career, it's also fair to remember some of the injuries that he's dealt with, including playing in just five games during the 2024 season.
According to the latest from Brad Briggs of the Chicago Tribune, Brisker is currently the one player from the 2022 draft class who could be in a tough spot to get another deal because of his injuries.
“Four picks from the 2022 draft will be coming out of contract: Safety Jaquan Brisker, left tackle Braxton Jones, defensive end Dominique Robinson and safety Elijah Hicks,” [Biggs wrote](https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/19/chicago-bears-mailbag-ben-johnson-matt-nagy/).
“Given Brisker’s history of concussions, my guess is the Bears will look to rebuild at safety and consider re-signing Kevin Byard III, who leads the NFL with five interceptions. Maybe they like the idea of Robinson and/or Hicks returning on a modest one-year contract. As far as the other 2023 picks, they’ll probably be back in a position where they have to compete for a spot in 2026 in the final year of their contracts.”
Why letting Brisker walk might be a bad plan
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Allowing Brisker to walk might not be the best idea, but if the Bears feel confident in bringing in someone who could make an impact for them at the position, it also wouldn't be the worst idea because of his injuries.
However, if they could land him on a relatively cheap deal, it's probably something to consider.
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