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The Chicago Bears attempted to shore up their pass rush last offseason by signing former Indianapolis Colts edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million contract in free agency.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Talk / November 4

Bears place Dayo Odeyingbo on IR, announce trade for Joe Tryon-Shoyinka

The Bears announced a trade for a defensive end on Tuesday while putting another one on injured reserve. Dayo Odeyingbo tore his Achilles in Chicago's Week 10 win over the Bengals and will miss the rest of the season.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 4

Reports: Bears acquire DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka from Browns

The Chicago Bears are acquiring defensive end Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the same draft, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday.

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Chicago Bears News / The Lead / November 4

The Chicago Bears Desperately Need Pass Rush Help

The Chicago Bears’ defense has faced significant injuries during the 2025 season, and they dealt with another setback in Sunday’s win. The Bears lost edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo to a torn Achilles.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Should the Bears trade for edge help after Dayo Odeyingo tore his Achilles?

According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, Bears' defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo is out for the rest of the season with a torn Achilles. It's a tough loss for Chicago, who signed Odeyingo to a three-year, $48 million contract this offseason.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 3

Bears survey trade market after losing Dayo Odeyingbo for the year

It's likely to be costly but the Bears must pay the price now at defensive end with the season-ending loss of edge starter Dayo Odeyingbo to a torn Achilles.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / November 3

Chicago Bears lose $48 million pass rusher for rest of season

The Chicago Bears entered Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a new pass rusher. More News: Bears’ Caleb Williams had Bengals WR Ja’Marr

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Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 3

Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo Tore His Achilles

According to Ian Rapoport, Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo suffered a torn Achilles in the Week 9 win over the Bengals. The injury will sideline him for the rest of the season and unfortunately probably linger into next season.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Chicago Bears named a ‘best fit’ for AFC pass rusher

It’s no secret that the Chicago Bears could use more from their pass rush this season. With Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo combining for just four sacks on the year, the Bears could use a boost.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27

Bears get unfortunate injury updates on Shemar Turner, Dominique Robinson

Seeing their four-game win streak snapped in Baltimore, the Chicago Bears came out of that game banged up on their defensive line. One of their pieces — rookie Shemar Turner — will not return this season.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 4

Why Dayo Odeyingbo expects physical battle in Miami joint practice

If it seems tough to pin down what exactly new Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo has been doing in the first two weeks of training camp—or at OTAs for that matter—it's for a good reason.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 21

Under-the-radar defender labeled Bears' nonstarter to know by ESPN

The Chicago Bears had an active offseason on both sides of the ball, including at defensive end, where GM Ryan Poles inked Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million contract in free agency.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 18

Colts finish draft signings

The falling dominoes continue with the Colts signing their second-round pick today, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Ohio State defensive end JT Tuimoloau put pen to paper today, closing out the team’s rookie class signings.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / July 4

Bears unlikely to pursue notable edge-rush addition?

Several veteran edge rushers remain unsigned at this point in the offseason. Many will land deals in the lead-up to training camp, but Ryan Poles and the Bears may not be among the top suitors on that front.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 7

Bears' recently signed pass-rusher has troubling report surface from minicamp

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Chicago Bears' signing of Dayo Odeyingbo listed among best value moves of free agency

Chicago Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo isn't a household name yet. So when GM Ryan Poles made him one of the team's priority signings in 2025 NFL free agency, some fans were confused.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 14

New Chicago Bears DE Dayo Odeyingbo explains why GM must add another pass rusher

The Chicago Bears added two players to their defensive line early in free agency. All-Pro defensive tackle Grady Jarrett will boost the interior part of new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen’s front seven.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 11

Complete details of Dayo Odeyingbo's contract with the Chicago Bears revealed

The Chicago Bears agreed to terms on a three-year deal with former Indianapolis Colts edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo on the first day of 2025 NFL free agency, and while the contract was reported as a three-year, $48 million, we now know the complete details of the deal thanks to ESPN's Courtney Cronin.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 10

Bears' moves highlight commitment to building in trenches

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 10

Chicago Bears Dayo Odeyingbo contract details revealed

The Chicago Bears have now begun to work on improving their defensive line. Sources have confirmed that the Bears are set to sign former Indianapolis Colts edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo.

Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

16-Sack Pass Rusher Signs Contract With Chicago Bears

Four-year veteran edge defender Dayo Odeyingbo signed a new contract with the Chicago Bears. Odeyingbo, a former second-round pick, spent the entirety of his career with the Indianapolis Colts.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / March 4

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Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / February 20