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Per the wire, the Commanders tried out three veteran defensive ends on Wednesday ahead of the deadline. The three vets included DeMarcus Walker, Kingsley Jonathan, and Malik Reed.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 7

49ers Exploring Signing Pass Rusher With 26.5 Career Sacks

The San Francisco 49ers have claimed two victories since Nick Bosa exited the Sept. 21 contest against the Arizona Cardinals. S.F. is now exploring adding edge rusher depth post Bosa, following a key Tuesday tryout.

NFL News / LAFB Network / September 16

4 Free Agents The Chargers Should Consider If Injury News Is Worst-Case Scenario

The Los Angeles Chargers’ Monday night matchup against the Raiders took a troubling turn when star pass rusher Khalil Mack exited in the first quarter with a wrist injury.

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Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / June 1

4 Teams That Should Sign Ex-Bears $21 Million Pass Rusher

The Chicago Bears released pass rusher DeMarcus Walker back in late February. The move was shocking for a lot of fans, considering the Bears were relatively weak at the edge rusher position.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Lions Urged to Sign $21 Million Former Rival to Address Pass Rush Concerns

The wait for the Detroit Lions to add to their pass rush has really dragged on for their fans this offseason. They have been linked to just about every notable edge rusher who has been available this offseason and even some who weren't actually available.

Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / May 12

Analyst Offers Los Angeles Chargers Free Agent Fix To Last Glaring Need

The Los Angeles Chargers boasted one of the NFL’s top defenses last season, but even elite units have room for improvement—particularly up front. As the team prepares for the 2025 campaign, questions remain about the depth and reliability of the defensive line.

NFL News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / May 8

Proposed Chargers free agent signing adds former Bears $21 million defensive lineman

The Los Angeles Chargers sported one of the best defenses in the NFL last season, but that doesn't mean the team is completely set on that side of the ball going into 2025.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 6

Pros and Cons of Lions Signing DE DeMarcus Walker

If the Detroit Lions are looking for a serviceable defensive end to add to their rotation ahead of the 2025 season, one of the best remaining available options has plenty of familiarity within the division.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / April 10

Rival pass rusher looks like quality addition after meeting with Lions

The Detroit Lions are preparing for the draft, but with the annual selection meeting still two weeks away, an opportunity remains to make a well-timed addition that could take pressure off an early pick.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 9

Veteran pass-rusher visits Giants, Lions

The market for DeMarcus Walker is apparently heating up.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Report: Lions Met With $21 Former Rival as a Potential Pass Rush Option

After almost a month of NFL free agency, the Detroit Lions have yet to fix their pass rush. It's the biggest concern left for their roster, especially with the free agent options having mostly disappeared.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 9

Lions Could Target Former Bears EDGE in Free Agency

The Detroit Lions are continuing to seek out potential help at the defensive end position. At the annual league meeting, general manager Brad Holmes expressed the team was still searching in free agency to address areas of need.

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Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 9

Lions Hosted DE DeMarcus Walker For Visit

According to Jeremy Fowler, the Lions hosted DE DeMarcus Walker for a visit last week. Walker is also visiting with the Bears on Wednesday. He was set

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Former Broncos Second Round Pick Visiting Giants

With the NFL Draft just weeks away, free agency has taken a back seat to rookie evaluation. That should change after the draft (once teams have a clearer understanding of their roster), but there hasn't been much movement recently.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 8

Giants Hosting DE DeMarcus Walker For Visit

According to Peter Schrager, the Giants are hosting DE DeMarcus Walker for a visit on Wednesday. He was set to enter the final year of his contract with Chicago in 2025 when they released him in February. Walker, 30, is a former second-round pick by the Broncos in the 2017 NFL Draft out of Florida State.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / February 27

Bears Eyeing Multiple Edge Rush Additions?

Having made DeMarcus Walker one of their cap casualties, the Bears could stand to add in the edge rush department. When asked about the position at the Combine, general manager Ryan Poles left the door open to making moves on the veteran market as well as early in the draft.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 24

Chicago Bears aren’t expected to be aggressive in DE market after DeMarcus Walker release

The Chicago Bears entered the 2025 offseason needing to find three starters on the offensive line and potentially four upgrades, depending on how the general manager wants to attack the left tackle position.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 24

Reason why Bears suddenly released DeMarcus Walker revealed

On Friday, the Chicago Bears announced two roster moves. One was surprising… the other, not so much.

Chicago Bears and Khalil Mack reunion gets harsh reality check

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NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 22

Report: Bears Releasing Former Broncos' Second-Round Pick

Former Denver Broncos defensive end DeMarcus Walker is on the hunt for a new NFL home. NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports the Chicago Bears are releasing the veteran Walker.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / February 22

Chicago Bears Release DeMarcus Walker

The Chicago Bears have released veteran defensive end DeMarcus Walker, the team announced on Friday. Walker spent just two seasons in Chicago, racking up seven sacks, 16 tackles for losses, and 77 total tackles.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 21

Cincinnati Bengals Could Be Interested in Former Chicago Bears Defensive End DeMarcus Walker

The Chicago Bears are releasing defensive end DeMarcus Walker according to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune. While he isn't a star, Walker could be an interesting target in free agency for the Bengals.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 6

Chicago Bears veteran vents explicit message about 2024 players

Chicago Bears defensive lineman DeMarcus Walker had a strong message about issues with the culture in the locker room.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 11, 2024

Bears Week 2 Wednesday Injury Report: DeMarcus Walker Sits Out

Besides the injuries keeping wide receivers Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen sidelined, the Chicago Bears had a few other concerns at Wednesday's practice.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 1, 2024

Three decisions the Bears must make before the regular season

Three important decisions the Bears must make before the regular season

The Chicago Bears still have some big decisions to make ahead of the coming campaign.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 22, 2024

DeMarcus Walker's Pass Rush Versatility Now On Full Display

Caleb Williams and the Bears offense might be a completely new attack with many new players but the defense has its new twists in practices, as well. In the first few practices, right defensive end DeMarcus Walker began shifting inside to defensive tackle or the 3-technique for pass rush downs.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2024