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Bears’ best defensive players in Week 5 win vs. Commanders, per PFF

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The Chicago Bears (1-4) defeated the Washington Commanders (2-3), 40-20, on Thursday Night Football, which snapped the team’s 14-game losing streak.

Chicago dominated the first half with strong outings on offense and a strong stand on defense, leading 27-3 at halftime. Unlike last week, the Bears didn’t choke away their lead — although there was a scare in the third quarter.

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Pro Football Focus handed out player grades for those who took a snap in the Chicago’s Week 5 win. Here are the highest-graded Bears defensive players and what their grades were.

1. DT Gervon Dexter Sr.

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PFF grade: 85.5

2. CB Terell Smith

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PFF grade: 77.3

3. LB T.J. Edwards

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PFF grade: 75.6

4. DT Andrew Billings

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PFF grade: 74.6

5. CB Greg Stroman Jr.

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PFF grade: 69.4

6. CB Joejuan Williams

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PFF grade: 67.4

7. S Quindell Johnson

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PFF grade: 62.6

7. S A.J. Thomas

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PFF grade: 62.6

9. CB Jaylon Jones

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PFF grade: 61.4

10. DE DeMarcus Walker

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PFF grade: 59.2

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