Bears Host Ex-Saints Veteran Pass Rusher for Visit Amid Star’s Injury
The Chicago Bears have their eyes on a former New Orleans Saints pass rusher with ties to Dennis Allen ahead of their second preseason game. The post Bears Host Ex-Saints Veteran Pass Rusher for Visit Amid Star’s Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
The Chicago Bears have invited former New Orleans Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport for a free-agent visit on August 16, 2025, as the team assesses its pass-rushing needs amid the absence of star Montez Sweat. Davenport, a former first-round pick, struggled with injuries over his last three seasons, missing a total of 37 games with the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings.
However, he excelled with the Saints (2020-2024), recording 21.5 sacks and 60 quarterback hits, and forcing seven fumbles. With the Bears facing financial constraints, Davenport could offer low-cost rotational depth. Head coach Ben Johnson hopes Sweat will return to practice soon after recovering from a groin injury, which has sidelined him for most of the preseason.
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