The Bears reportedly added another free agent linebacker to their defense on the first day of free agency negotiations.
Edmunds was a first-round pick for the Bills in 2018, became an instant starter and was a consistent contributor in the middle of their defense for five years. Edmunds started 74 games for Bills since 2018, and racked up 565 tackles, 6.5 sacks, 35 passes defended over that time. He’s recorded 100+ tackles every year of his career, too. However, Edmunds hasn’t put up the turnover numbers that Matt Eberflus covets in his players, with only five interceptions and two forced fumbles.
Edmunds primarily dropped into pass coverage for the Bills on passing downs, and according to PFF he was one of the best linebackers in pass defense in 2022. Despite the low interception numbers, Edmunds led all linebackers in pass breakups and forced incompletions last season, per PFF.on Monday. According to Rapoport, his deal is worth $19.5 million, with $12 million guaranteed. The Bears reportedly addressed the offensive line, as well, by agreeing to a deal with guard Nate Davis.
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