Despite his quick transition, Sweat gained immediate respect from his new teammates, not only for his on-field talent but also for his personality. Teammates appreciate his sense of humor, laid-back nature, and down-to-earth personality.
Sweat's upbringing in Stone Mountain, Ga., instilled in him old-school values of respect and humility, which he brings to the team. His character, coupled with his exceptional athletic ability, has helped him become a leader in the locker room.
Although he's known for his calm and magnetic personality off the field, Sweat flips the switch when he's on the gridiron. He initially committed to playing tight end in college but switched to defensive end, where he found the freedom to make plays and deliver hits instead of taking them.
Since his position change, Sweat has excelled, becoming the sack leader in both Washington and Chicago. Reaching double-digit sacks this season was a significant achievement for him, but he aims for even greater accomplishments, aspiring to be a generational player and future Hall of Famer.
Sweat's success with the Bears has quickly solidified him as a cornerstone of the defense, although he has yet to develop a signature sack celebration. Teammates are encouraging him to create one, and Sweat is open to suggestions, enjoying the variety of different celebrations on the field.
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23 DECEMBRE | 58 ANSWERS Sweat becoming a common sight in the Bears locker room. Was the Montez Sweat trade a good one by Ryan Poles? | ||
Yes | 52 | 89.7 % |
No | 6 | 10.3 % |
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