DB Cam Lewis Signs Two-Year Deal with Bears

The former Buffalo Bills player joins the Chicago team on a multi-year contract.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 9:07pm

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Defensive back Cam Lewis, who played six seasons with the Buffalo Bills, has signed a two-year deal to join the Chicago Bears. The 29-year-old Lewis, who went undrafted out of the University of Buffalo in 2019, has recorded 166 tackles, one interception, three forced fumbles, and 11 passes defended over his NFL career so far.

Why it matters

The Bears are looking to bolster their secondary with experienced defensive backs, and the addition of Lewis provides depth and competition at the position. His special teams contributions also make him a valuable signing for the team.

The details

Lewis, who turns 29 next month, played 76 games with 14 starts for the Bills over the past six seasons. He signed one-year and two-year contracts with Buffalo in 2023 and 2024 respectively before deciding to join the Bears on a new two-year deal.

  • Lewis signed with the Bears on March 10, 2026.
  • He will turn 29 years old next month.

The players

Cam Lewis

A 29-year-old defensive back who spent the first six seasons of his NFL career with the Buffalo Bills before signing with the Chicago Bears.

Jeremy Fowler

An ESPN reporter who broke the news of Lewis signing with the Bears.

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What they’re saying

“Defensive back Cam Lewis is joining the Bears on a two-year deal.”

— Jeremy Fowler, ESPN Reporter (ESPN)

The takeaway

The Bears are making moves to strengthen their secondary, bringing in a veteran defensive back in Cam Lewis who has proven himself in the NFL over the past six seasons. This signing provides depth and competition at the position as the team looks to improve its defensive performance in the upcoming season.