# Montez Sweat NFL suspension > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/montez-sweat-nfl-suspension > Updated: 2026-10-27T21:02:31.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat was issued a two-game suspension without pay following a violation of the NFL’s performance-enhancing substances policy. The suspension forced Sweat to miss matchups against the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots, during which time the Bears won both games. Sweat described the violation as an “accidental” and “surprise” occurrence, stating he did not intend to cheat and takes full responsibility. As a result of the suspension, Sweat is reportedly forfeiting approximately $2.3 million in salary and has voided remaining contract guarantees totaling about $12.7 million. He has since returned to practice and is expected to rejoin the lineup for the game against the Seattle Seahawks. ## Claims - Montez Sweat served a two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing substances policy. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Chicago Bears won their games against the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots during Sweat's suspension. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Sweat returned to practice on Tuesday. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Sweat described the violation as accidental. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Sweat is forfeiting approximately $2.3 million from his current year's salary. (single source) - Sweat voided remaining contract guarantees totaling approximately $12.7 million. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-27: Montez Sweat returns to Chicago Bears after PED suspension Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat has returned to practice after a two-game suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substances policy. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montez-sweat-returns-to-chicago-bears-after-ped-suspension ### 2026-10-13: Montez Sweat suspended two games for NFL PED violation Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat has received a two-game suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substances policy, missing games against the Falcons and Patriots. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montez-sweat-suspended-two-games-for-nfl-policy-violation --- Cite as: Montez Sweat NFL suspension. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/montez-sweat-nfl-suspension