Ben Johnson: Jeffery Simmons has fit right in, he got a game ball

Published November 3, 2026 10:39 AM Fresh off last week’s trade from the Titans to the Bears, defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons had a clear impact on Monday night’s win over the Seahawks. Simmons finished the game with six tackles, two tackles for loss, a sack, and a pass defensed in the 34-17 victory.Head coach Ben Johnson told reporters after the game that he gave Simmons a game ball or the performance.“Our guys were excited the moment they heard the news we were bringing him on, and he’s fit right in,” Johnson said. “We have a high-character locker room, and he’s that himself. You can feel his presence out there, whether it’s during the play or even after the play. You can feel him talk a little smack as well which I think that elevates everybody around him.“I thought he played outstanding. He got one of the game balls. To come in there and have a share of the lead of tackles and a sack in his first game, his impact was profound.”The Bears allowed just 252 total yards on Monday night, which was 1 yard off from Seattle’s lowest output of the season. The Bears will be at home to play the Buccaneers on Sunday night in Week 9.