Bears sign ex-Browns WR/returner to 1-year deal — what it means for the offense and special teams.

The Chicago Bears are adding Kaden Davis, a former Browns wide receiver and return specialist, on a one-year deal for the 2026 season, expanding their options for the return game ahead of training camp. Davis, undrafted in 2022, has played 3 NFL games with the Browns (averaging 33.75 kickoff return yards on four attempts) and recently starred in the UFL with the Houston Gamblers (10 kickoff returns for 275 yards and 4 receptions for 32 yards). His signing, announced June 16, positions him as a potential challenger to Scotty Miller for a return role, while Kalif Raymond remains a veteran presence with extensive return experience.

In addition to Davis, the Bears announced several roster moves: they signed linebacker Tony Fields II and waived Dominique Hampton and kicker Gabriel Plascencia to maintain a 90-man roster. Cairo Santos continues as the Bears’ placekicker, with the possibility of adding another kicker before camp to balance practice reps. The moves signal a focus on enhancing the return game and competition across the receiver room ahead of the 2026 season.

Key takeaways:
– Kaden Davis joins the Bears on a one-year contract to compete for return duties.
– Davis brings special-teams experience from the NFL and the UFL, potentially challenging Scotty Miller for a roster spot.
– Bears also added Tony Fields II and trimmed the roster by waiving Hampton and Plascencia; Cairo Santos remains the lone kicker for now, with potential future additions.