Montez Sweat Suspended Two Games Under NFL Substance Policy

Odessa Midland, TX, October 13, 2026 —

Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat has been suspended for two games for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing substances policy, according to the information provided.

The suspension is the central detail available about the disciplinary action. The information does not specify when the suspension was announced or which games Sweat is expected to miss. It also does not identify the substance involved, describe the circumstances of the violation or say whether Sweat plans to appeal.

Sweat’s position with the Bears is identified as defensive end. No further details were provided about the team’s response, any changes to its lineup or the expected effect of his absence. The information also does not state whether the suspension has begun or provide a timeline for his return.

The stated basis for the suspension is a violation of the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances. No additional account of the policy process or the specific finding in Sweat’s case was included in the available information.

Accordingly, the length of the suspension and the policy cited are the confirmed details here. Further information about the timing, appeal status and games affected was not provided.

Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.yourbasin.com, see more information here.

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