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Bears Miss Out on Alontae Taylor, Acquire Tryon-Shoyinka

11/9/2025

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The Chicago Bears were close to trading for cornerback Alontae Taylor from the New Orleans Saints before the trade deadline, per Ian Rapoport.
The deal fell through, as Taylor is familiar with Dennis Allen's scheme.
The Bears ultimately acquired edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka from the Cleveland Browns.
Concerns about Taylor's impending free agency influenced the decision.
The Bears are managing injuries in their secondary, with cornerback Jaylon Johnson sidelined.

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Story summary

The Chicago Bears were close to trading for cornerback Alontae Taylor from the New Orleans Saints before the trade deadline, per Ian Rapoport.
The deal fell through, as Taylor is familiar with Dennis Allen's scheme.
The Bears ultimately acquired edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka from the Cleveland Browns.
Concerns about Taylor's impending free agency influenced the decision.
The Bears are managing injuries in their secondary, with cornerback Jaylon Johnson sidelined.