Bears Sign Former Bills DB Cam Lewis to Replace Nahshon Wright

Chicago adds two-year deal for defensive back depth after losing Wright in free agency.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Chicago Bears have signed former Buffalo Bills defensive back Cam Lewis to a two-year contract, according to reports. Lewis will help fill the void left by the departure of Nahshon Wright, who signed with the New York Jets in free agency. While Lewis has played a backup role throughout his six-year NFL career, he provides valuable depth and experience in the Bears' secondary.

Why it matters

The Bears have had a busy offseason, needing to address several roster holes, including on the offensive line and in the secondary after losing key players. Signing Lewis gives them an experienced defensive back who can step in and contribute, especially with Wright no longer on the team.

The details

Lewis, who turns 29 in April, has spent his entire career with the Buffalo Bills, playing a reserve nickelback role. He has not missed a game in the past three seasons, recording 43 combined tackles and two forced fumbles in 2025-26. In Chicago, he will likely compete for a similar role behind starting cornerback Kyler Gordon.

  • Lewis, 28, just finished his sixth season in the NFL.
  • Nahshon Wright, 27, signed a one-year, $5.5 million deal with the New York Jets in free agency.

The players

Cam Lewis

A 28-year-old defensive back who has spent his entire six-year NFL career with the Buffalo Bills, playing primarily as a backup nickelback.

Nahshon Wright

A 27-year-old defensive back who spent the first four years of his career with the Chicago Bears before signing a one-year, $5.5 million deal with the New York Jets in free agency.

Kyler Gordon

The Bears' starting cornerback, who Cam Lewis will likely compete with for playing time in the secondary.

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What they’re saying

“'Former Bills defensive back Cam Lewis to the Chicago Bears on a two-year deal, per source.'”

— Jeremy Fowler, ESPN Reporter (ESPN)

What’s next

The Bears will monitor Lewis' progress during training camp and the preseason to determine his exact role within the secondary.

The takeaway

The Bears are continuing to make roster moves to address needs on both sides of the ball, showing a commitment to building a competitive team for the 2026 season. Signing Lewis provides valuable depth and experience in the secondary after losing Nahshon Wright in free agency.