That concussion, Brisker's third in the NFL, wound up keeping him out of the final 12 games of the season, a fairly uncommon occurrence. Brisker spent months rehabbing to get back to a point where he could return to the field, which finally happened this spring during organized team activities (OTAs).

With Ben Johnson leading a new coaching staff for the Chicago Bears, this summer's minicamp and training camp are particularly important as the team installs a new system and both players and staff get to know each other.

But the return to active duty of another defensive back, Jaquan Brisker, was a welcome sight. Brisker said it felt great to be back on the football field. The Bears safety missed the final 11 games last season because of a concussion.