The Chicago Bears traded running back Khalil Herbert to the Cincinnati Bengals ahead of the NFL trade deadline, receiving a 2025 seventh-round pick in return. Herbert, who had been phased out of the Bears' offense due to the arrival of D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson, will now provide much-needed depth for the Bengals after Zack Moss was sidelined indefinitely with a neck injury. Despite limited play this season, Herbert has a career average of 4.8 yards per carry, making him a valuable addition to the Bengals' backfield alongside Chase Brown. The Bengals, coming off a crucial win against the Las Vegas Raiders, are looking to bolster their roster as they face a challenging AFC North schedule. This trade reflects the Bengals' strategy to remain competitive in their division while addressing key injuries and ensuring they have sufficient resources for a playoff push.