Bears Add Veteran Pass Rushers Flowers, Kpassagnon for 2024 Training Camp

As the Chicago Bears' 2025 training camp begins, the team has made key roster additions to bolster their defense, notably signing veteran edge rusher Tanoh Kpassagnon, who has ties to both GM Ryan Poles and new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen from their past tenures with the Chiefs and Saints. Kpassagnon, recovering from a torn Achilles, is expected to provide depth behind starters Montez Sweat and Dayo Odeyingbo, though fans had hoped for a more impactful signing like Jadeveon Clowney. The Bears are also exploring further defensive reinforcements, with former Detroit Lions edge rusher Za'Darius Smith identified as a top free agent target to add experience and leadership in the pass rush rotation. Offensively, competition is heating up for the No. 3 wide receiver spot between rookie Luther Burden, who missed OTAs due to injury, and veteran free agent Olamide Zaccheaus, who brings proven quickness and blocking ability. Additionally, the Bears have shown interest in wide receiver D.J. Chark, who is evaluating his next team based on family and football considerations, highlighting Chicago's intent to strengthen its receiving corps. These moves come as the Bears aim to improve on their 5-12 record from last season under new head coach Ben Johnson and with Caleb Williams entering his second year at quarterback.