Pro Football Network analyst Jacob Infante suggests that Odeyingbo’s bloated contract and the lack of new additions left the Bears conservative, hoping young players Booker and Turner develop for 2026. A veteran presence like Bosa could offer a high floor and enable more complex pass-rush schemes, such as utilizing NASCAR packages on passing downs, while Odeyingbo and Turner could still slide inside as needed. If the Bears add Bosa, it could significantly bolster their defensive rotation and pass rush effectiveness.
Key takeaways:
– Bears may pursue a veteran edge defender (potentially Joey Bosa) to bolster the 2026 pass rush.
– Current edge group (Sweat, Booker, Odeyingbo, Turner) struggled in 2025, with a 29% pass rush win rate.
– Strategic considerations include Odeyingbo’s contract, developmental progress from Booker/Turner, and the potential for versatile alignments on passing downs.
