The Chicago Bears will make their first defensive signing after the start of the free agency negotiating period, and it's a face the Bears have seen recently.According to NFL Network's Mike Garofolo, the Bears have agreed to terms with safety Jonathan Owens. Owens' agent confirmed the agreement to NFL Network.Owens is married to U.S. Olympic gold medal gymnast Simone Biles.Owens, who played for the Packers last season, totaled 84 tackles.
Owens' signing brings key depth to the Bears defensive backfield, which saw the departure of former All-Pro Eddie Jackson in February after the Bears released Jackson after six seasons with the franchise.Owens brings defensive depth to the Bears' secondary. He also brings sound tackling.Owens was one of Pro Football Focus' highest-rated safeties in terms of run-stop rate.
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