Chicago Bears edge rusher Montez Sweat has been suspended for the next two games for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing drug policy. He will miss the Bears’ games against the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots.
Montez Sweat will be eligible for reinstatement on Friday, October 23, following the Bears’ Week 7 game against the New England Patriots. https://t.co/q3dko2S4nw
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 13, 2026
Although he is supposed to be one of Chicago’s top defenders, Sweat has had a poor season, with only two sacks and seven tackles through the first five games. His overall PFF grade of 55.9 so far this year is also among the lowest for edge rushers in the NFL.
This was the first time Sweat was suspended in his career, though he was fined twice for horse collar tackles:
once in 2020with the Washington Commanders and again in 2024 with the Bears. Sweat’s suspension was incredibly costly. Not only will he forfeit $2.3 million from the two games he is suspended for, but all future guarantees are no longer guaranteed. That includes his $12.7 million remaining for this year and $21 million next season.
#Bears DE Montez Sweat will forfeit $2.3M of 2026 salary per his 2-game suspension for violating the league's PED policy.
— Spotrac (@spotrac) October 14, 2026
Additionally, the $12.7M remaining on Sweat's 2026 salary is now unsecured, as the PED suspension voided all future guarantees.
Sweat is due a…
Given his performance and the new financial situation caused by the suspension, it wouldn't be surprising to see Chicago move on from Sweat. This likely won't happen until the end of the season, since the Bears lack depth on the defensive line right now.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Bears Montez Sweat suspended two games for violating NFL's PED policy
