As the Chicago Bears conclude their preseason and approach final roster cuts, a few questions remain unanswered. One of the biggest uncertainties this offseason has been the pass-rushing unit. Aside from Montez Sweat, the Bears have struggled to find a consistent complement. However, in the preseason, a couple of players have emerged. Rookie fifth-round pick…
The Chicago Bears will wrap up their 2024 preseason schedule on Thursday with a matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. While there hasn’t been an official word on whether the starters will play, it’s expected that the game will mostly serve as a chance for fringe players to compete for a spot on the 53-man…
After missing out on former New England Patriots pass rusher Matthew Judon, the Chicago Bears are still exploring significant options to boost their pass rush. Bears GM Ryan Poles was reportedly one of several executives eyeing Judon, who ultimately was traded to the Atlanta Falcons. While the deal for Judon didn’t come through—more on that…
The Chicago Bears were on the verge of addressing their final major roster need this week: finding a pass rusher to complement Montez Sweat. For months, it’s been clear that the team lacks a reliable second option. Yannick Ngakoue is no longer available, Gervon Dexter remains uncertain, and DeMarcus Walker is primarily a run defender….
When the Patriots traded Pro Bowl edge rusher Matt Judon to the Falcons on Wednesday, it marked the end of a significant trade option. Brad Spielberger and Jordan Schultz confirmed that the Chicago Bears were also pursuing Judon, but New England chose not to deal him to Chicago. Given that the defensive end position is…
The Chicago Bears did not make the high-profile pass-rushing upgrades that many anticipated for the 2024 offseason, but there’s still a chance for change amid trade speculation surrounding New England Patriots star Matthew Judon. Judon created headlines in the early weeks of Patriots training camp when he briefly held out and had a heated exchange…
Veteran pass rusher Jacob Martin signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Bears this offseason valued at just under $1.3 million. Martin, who is 28 years old, has played in 91 games since joining the league in 2018 and has started 15 of those games. Analysts, including Alyssa Barbieri of Bears Wire and The Athletic’s…
The Indianapolis Colts announced on Monday that they have claimed running back Demetric Felton off waivers from the Chicago Bears and, in a corresponding roster move, have waived injured running back Trent Pennix. We have claimed RB Demetric Felton off waivers (from Chicago) and waived-injured RB Trent Pennix. — Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) August 12, 2024…
On Sunday, the Chicago Bears made a notable roster move by releasing running back Demetric Felton, just two weeks after signing him. In a corresponding move, they added defensive tackle Jaylon Hutchings, a player with an impressive college resume from Texas Tech. Hutchings, who spent six seasons at Texas Tech, became a mainstay on the…
The Chicago Bears are gearing up for the 2024 season after making several offseason moves to strengthen their roster. The Bears are in a competitive division, with the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions having made the playoffs last year. To secure a playoff spot themselves, the Bears need their players to stay healthy, but…