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The Chicago Bears are signing veteran defensive lineman Marcus Davenport to their practice squad, keeping an experienced pass rusher in the organization after releasing him during roster cuts Sunday.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Bears Signed 11 Players To Their Practice Squad Including DL Marcus Davenport

The Chicago Bears have signed 11 players to their practice squad on Monday, including DL Marcus Davenport. The full list of players includes: RB Salvon Ahmed G Caden Barnett TE Stephen Carlson DE Marcus Davenport WR Kaden Davis G Kyle Hergel LB Wayne Matthews WR Scott Miller DB Deantre Prince WR J.P.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 20

Ben Johnson Details Expectations For Marcus Davenport in Bears' Defense

We've been waiting all offseason long for the Chicago Bears to make a significant addition to their edge rushers room after a lackluster showing from the group last season.

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20

Why Bears shouldn’t expect latest signing to fix major pass-rush concerns

The Chicago Bears had a great season in 2025, but their defense failed them in the playoffs. Ultimately, their pass rush was not that great, and that’s why they fell to the Los Angeles Rams.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 19

Chicago Bears DC gives blunt assessment of Marcus Davenport’s history

The Chicago Bears boosted its defensive line with Marcus Davenport, a 2018 first-round pick who had made 25 sacks in his career. Davenport played under Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen when the two were together with the New Orleans Saints.

NFL News / On Tap Sports Net / August 17

What the Marcus Davenport Signing Really Means for the Bears’ Edge Room

The Chicago Bears are expected to sign veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport, adding a former first-round pick with 25 career sacks to a pass-rush room that has been searching for answers all offseason.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17

Bears Expected To Sign DL Marcus Davenport

Per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz, the Bears are expected to sign veteran DL Marcus Davenport following a successful workout on Sunday. Davenport, 29, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16

Bears Meet With DE Marcus Davenport

The Bears hosted free agent defensive end Marcus Davenport on Sunday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. This is the first known interest in Davenport since he became a free agent in March.

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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 16

Bears Hosted DE Marcus Davenport

Per the wire, the Bears hosted DE Marcus Davenport for a visit. Davenport, 29, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018. He signed a four-year, $13.741 million rookie contract with the Saints in 2018 that included an $8.074 million signing bonus.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 2

If there were ever a game set up for Marcus Davenport and Al-Quadin Muhammad to prove themselves, it's this one against the Cowboys

I don't know if you've noticed, but there have been some issues with the Detroit Lions' defensive line in the last few weeks. Mainly, they haven't been able to get home, and while the fun thing to do is to blame the two guys making the most money, they happen to be the only ones who are making things happen at this time.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 26

Lions activate DE Marcus Davenport from IR

For the second year in a row, Detroit Lions pass rusher Marcus Davenport‘s season was put on pause after only two game appearances when he was placed on injured reserve with a pectoral strain that knocked him out of the team’s Week 2 contest.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Lions Officially Activate DE Marcus Davenport From IR, Among Other Moves

The Detroit Lions officially activated DE Marcus Davenport and G Miles Frazier from injured reserve on Wednesday. The Lions also waived veteran RB Craig Reynolds.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / November 25

Detroit Lions Optimistic That Key Defensive Line Piece Could Return In Week 13

The Detroit Lions could receive a significant defensive reinforcement just in time for their high-stakes Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 14

Key Lions returns set to make a playoff push a lot easier (but not right away)

Marcus Davenport and D.J. Reed have been sorely missed in the Detroit Lions' starting lineup. The Lions' pass rushing and secondary have suffered the most this season, although not to the detriment of the team's record.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 12

Lions Designate CB D.J. Reed & DE Marcus Davenport To Return

The Lions have designated both CB D.J. Reed and DE Marcus Davenport to return from injured reserve and both were practicing Wednesday, per Colton Pouncy.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 3

Lions are confident Marcus Davenport will return this season

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22, 2025

Lions place veteran defensive lineman on IR

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 19, 2025

Lions edge rusher Marcus Davenport may be facing a lengthy absence (yet again)

Back in March, in lieu of trying harder to retain Za'Darius Smith, the Detroit Lions brought back defensive end Marcus Davenport on one-year deal. Davenport played just two games for the Lions last season, before an elbow/triceps injury in Week 3 cost him the rest of the season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 6, 2025

Lions Marcus Davenport on Injury Critics: 'Of Course I Care'

Detroit Lions defensive end Marcus Davenport has certainly heard the many vocal critics who have expressed online that they do not trust he can remain healthy.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 12, 2025

Marcus Davenport given ominous title prior to critical 2025 season with Lions

The Detroit Lions gambled on Marcus Davenport to boost their pass rush prior to the 2024 season, but injury got in the way early and created a big disappointment.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 17, 2025

Marcus Davenport understands he's under pressure next season with Lions

The Detroit Lions haven't had a huge offseason in terms of adding outside talent so far, and that is a bit surprising given their perceived needs on defense.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 11, 2025

Marcus Davenport Wants To Be Player Lions 'Can Rely On'

Marcus Davenport will look to get his career back on track in 2025 with the Detroit Lions. Davenport – the No. 14 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft – reportedly inked a one-year contract with Detroit on Saturday worth up to $4.75 million.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 10, 2025

Marcus Davenport Lions 2025 Contract Details Revealed

The initial reaction of Detroit Lions supporters was not all that favorable when it was announced veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport was returning in 2025.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23, 2024

Lions lose former first-round pick for the season

The Detroit Lions have lost a former first-round pick for the season due to an injury.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 11, 2024

Former Vikings OLB Marcus Davenport signs with NFC North rivals

Former Vikings outside linebacker Marcus Davenport is signing a one-year deal with the Lions, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. After a highly disappointing season in Minnesota, Davenport will look to stay healthy and prove himself in Detroit in 2024.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19, 2023

Will Marcus Davenport return for Vikings this season?

Marcus Davenport's "prove-it" season with the Vikings hasn't gone to plan. Signed to a one-year, $13 million deal (with $10 million guaranteed) this offseason after his rookie contract with the Saints ended, he has played just two full games due to injury.