Bears' rookie 4th-rounder might force change with infamous hail-mary CB

"The Bears would much prefer Stevenson to play (and excel) over Muhammad," Solak writes. "... But if Muhammad shines in camp, the Bears might struggle to keep him off the field while Stevenson gets targeted opposite Johnson."

Chicago will have Jaylon Johnson starting at one of the cornerback spots, and the other outside CB spot is currently held by Stevenson.

But, after Stevenson's struggles last year in Dennis Allen's scheme, it would not be a surprise if he lost his job in 2026.

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If he does lose his job, the Bears might be turning to their 4th-round rookie Muhammad. The 6-foot-0, 188-pound corner was a good defender for the Texas Longhorns in college.

He had two interceptions this past season with 30 total tackles, one sack, and four passes defended. He's a solid cornerback option and could take over for the struggling Stevenson.

This would all be moot if Stevenson plays well to begin the season, but any struggles from the veteran cornerback and Muhammad might have a starting spot awaiting him in 2026.

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