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One Free-Agent Decision Could Reshape the Bears Defense
One Free-Agent Decision Could Reshape the Bears Defense

One Free-Agent Decision Could Reshape the Bears Defense

Dave
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January 30, 2026·2 min read·6.1K·9
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Why are the Chicago Bears interested in Trey Hendrickson?+
Pro Football Focus ranked Hendrickson as the No. 1 free agent edge rusher and considers the Bears the best fit for him. The Bears struggled with pass rush last season, finishing 21st in EPA per play with no edge defender besides Montez Sweat posting a pass-rush win rate higher than 10.5%.
How good was Trey Hendrickson in his injury-shortened season?+
Despite playing just 285 snaps due to a hip injury, Hendrickson produced 23 pressures and earned a 90.0 PFF pass-rushing grade. His elite efficiency remained intact even with limited playing time.
What connection does Trey Hendrickson have with the Bears coaching staff?+
Hendrickson previously worked with Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, making a reunion between the two a logical fit.
How would the Bears approach adding edge rushers this offseason?+
The Bears could pursue a double-dip strategy by signing veteran Trey Hendrickson while also drafting a young edge rusher with premium draft capital in the first or second round.
What would the Bears edge rush group look like with Hendrickson?+
A rotation featuring Hendrickson, Montez Sweat, Austin Booker, and a high-upside rookie could give Chicago one of the more dominant edge groups in the NFC.
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Dave is a Senior NFL Analyst for Sports Mockery, where he has covered the Chicago Bears since 2020. He also co-hosts Bears Film Room, one of the fastest-growing Bears podcasts, delivering instant reactions, breaking news, and detailed film analysis each week. Across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Dave has built a community of more than 100,000 followers who value his insight, breakdowns, and timely, in-depth coverage of everything happening in Chicago. Outside of football, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, Alanah, and their three kids.

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