Chicago Bears cornerback Coby Bryant was carted off the field in visible distress during a training camp practice on Monday after suffering a knee injury, sparking concern about the $40 million free agent's availability for the upcoming season. The scare comes at a difficult moment for the Bears, who signed Bryant this offseason to bolster their secondary under new head coach Ben Johnson.

Despite the emotional scene, subsequent evaluation brought welcome news: Bryant's knee injury was not as serious as initially feared, easing fears of a long-term or season-ending issue. He is expected to miss some time as a precaution, but the diagnosis represents a significant relief for both the player and the franchise as they build towards the new campaign.