Former Penn State star Jaquan Brisker has had a great career in the NFL, currently playing for the Chicago Bears. When Brisker is on the field and healthy, there’s a strong argument to be made that he’s one of the better defensive backs in the NFL.
Unfortunately, the concussions and injuries are tough to ignore.
According to The Athletic, when examining his next contract, those injuries could have an impact on what happens.
They added that he was out for the entire year last season after Week 5, and while he’s an outstanding player, the Bears have to factor in some of the injuries he’s dealt with.
“Brisker is the Bears’ only surefire starter who is under 30 and in a contract year. Concussions have been a serious issue. The latest one — which occurred in Week 5 last season — kept Brisker out the rest of the year. He hasn’t been shy about his motivation.
“He’s gifted athletically and a vocal leader, a trait that was sorely missed last season, but concussions are unpredictable, putting risk on any potential extension. Veteran Kevin Byard is set to be a free agent, too, making safety a 2026 need. Braxton Jones has to win the left tackle job first before we talk about his extension prospects,” they wrote.
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Brisker spent three years at Penn State, eventually being drafted in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft.
He’s been with the Bears for three seasons and has started in every game he’s been available for.
If he can resolve his health issues and, most importantly, manage his concussion problems, the Bears will likely reward him with a big-time deal.
Until then, however, Chicago has some things to consider.