Dolphins Criticize Bears' Physicality During Joint Practices

Miami Dolphins center Aaron Brewer publicly criticized the Chicago Bears for what he called "fake physicality" during their joint practice earlier this month, accusing the Bears of playing tackle football while others engaged in less physical drills. Brewer's remarks suggested that the Bears' approach was overly aggressive compared to the Dolphins, sparking responses from Bears players such as safety Jaquan Brisker, who reacted with a dismissive meme on social media. The joint practices, intended as controlled competitive sessions, became heated and contentious, with reports of coaches and referees intervening to prevent escalation. Despite Brewer's criticism, the Bears' defense was notably physical and dominant in practice, a factor that some commentators viewed as the Bears effectively simulating a game-like intensity. The Dolphins have historically faced criticism for lacking physicality, and Brewer emphasized the team's ongoing commitment to physical work in training. Although the Dolphins and Bears tied 24-24 in their preseason game, the intensity of the joint practice sessions left lingering tensions between the teams.