Overview
- Multiple outlets report the 5-3 Bears are actively seeking an edge rusher on deadline day, per Jordan Schultz.
- Named options include Trey Hendrickson, Bradley Chubb, Matthew Judon and Arden Key, with no deal finalized as of the latest reports.
- Chicago ranks in the NFL’s bottom 10 in sacks this season, underscoring the urgency to upgrade the pass rush.
- A 42-point outburst by Joe Flacco and the Bengals highlighted depth concerns on the defensive line and in the secondary.
- Local analysts floated additional possibilities such as Jets EDGE Jermaine Johnson II and Saints CB Alontae Taylor, reflecting debate over how aggressive GM Ryan Poles should be.