{"id":210112,"date":"2025-01-14T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=210112"},"modified":"2025-01-14T12:33:24","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T17:33:24","slug":"10-under-the-radar-free-agents-the-bears-could-target","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/01\/14\/10-under-the-radar-free-agents-the-bears-could-target\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Under-the-Radar Free Agents the Bears Could Target"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With NFL free agency around the corner, the Bears must invest in various positions with nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotrac.com\/nfl\/cap\/_\/year\/2025\/sort\/cap_maximum_space2\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">$74 million<\/a> in cap space. The reality is most high-profile free agents won&#8217;t come cheap, and with multiple holes in the roster, the Bears have to be smart with their money. As much as the Bears need to invest in high-profile free agents, there must be a balance between stars and depth players. That said, here are 10 hidden gems the Bears should consider during free agency.<\/p>\n<h2>10 Under-the-Radar Free Agents the Bears Could Target<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>RB Patrick Taylor, San Francisco 49ers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 26 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;3&#8243;, 217 lbs | <strong>Yards Per Attempt:<\/strong> 4.7<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Patrick Taylor stepped up for the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/49ers\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">49ers<\/a> after injuries decimated their backfield, scoring his first touchdown against the Bears. Though his opportunities were limited, his size and athleticism make him an intriguing complement to D&#8217;Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson.<\/p>\n<h3>WR Dyami Brown, Washington Commanders<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 25 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;0&#8243;, 195 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 30 Receptions, 308 Yard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Often overlooked in Washington, Dyami Brown shined in the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/washington-commanders\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Commanders&#8217;<\/a> wild-card win over Tampa Bay, catching all five targets for 89 yards and a touchdown. He&#8217;s a potential option if the Bears move on from Keenan Allen.<\/p>\n<h3>OG Robert Jones, Miami Dolphins<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 25 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;4&#8243;, 334 lbs | <strong>Snaps Played:<\/strong> 1,080<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Strengthening the offensive line should be a top priority. Robert Jones, a key <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/dolphins\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Dolphins<\/a> starter, could be a valuable addition if the Bears miss out on high-profile linemen like <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2024\/12\/11\/bears-should-be-all-in-on-signing-chiefs-trey-smith\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Trey Smith<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2024\/12\/23\/a-position-by-position-guide-to-revamping-the-bears-offensive-line\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Mekhi Becton.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>TE Stone Smartt, Los Angeles Chargers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 26 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;4&#8243;, 226 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 16 Receptions, 208 Yards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A former quarterback turned tight end, Stone Smartt has shined with limited action. With an impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2024\/12\/11\/chargers-need-stone-smartt-to-start-at-tight-end\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">8.94 RAS score,<\/a> he could be a solid depth option behind Cole Kmet.<\/p>\n<h3>OG Aaron Banks, San Francisco 49ers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 27 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;5&#8243;, 325 lbs | <strong>Snaps Played:<\/strong> 775<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Notre Dame linemen typically thrive in the NFL, and Aaron Banks is no exception. While not on Quenton Nelson&#8217;s level, he&#8217;s been a reliable presence for the 49ers and could solidify the Bears&#8217; offensive line at the right price.<\/p>\n<h3>DT Teair Tart, Los Angeles Chargers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 27 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;2&#8243;, 304 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 29 Tackles, 11 Hurries, 1 Sack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Bears could use some beef in the middle of the defensive line, and Teair Tart fits the mold. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pff.com\/nfl\/players\/teair-tart\/82261#latestNewsWidget\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PFF&#8217;s 17th highest-rated defensive tackle<\/a> out of 219 DLs, Tart enjoyed a solid season with the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/tag\/chargers\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Chargers.<\/a> Pairing him alongside Gervon Dexter Sr. when Andrew Billings needs to rest could be too much to handle for opposing offensive lines.<\/p>\n<h3>EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo, Indianapolis Colts<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 25 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;6&#8243;, 286 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 31 Tackles, 3 Sacks, 42 Pressures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Bears need help attacking the quarterback, and Dayo Odeyingbo would be a great option. This season, <a href=\"https:\/\/dawindycity.com\/bears-sign-underrated-pass-rusher-new-prediction-01jfj9t8zvwp\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Odeyingbo recorded 22 tackles, 11 QB hits, 3.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles.<\/a> He could be an underrated option to pair with Montez Sweat.<\/p>\n<h3>S Jason Pinnock, New York Giants<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 25 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;0&#8243;, 205 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 85 Tackles, 3 Sacks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It seemed like every time the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/giants\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Giants<\/a> had a big play on defense, Jason Pinnock was involved somehow. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/fantasy\/football\/news\/giants-jason-pinnock-finishes-season-with-85-stops\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">For the second straight season, Pinnock started in all 16 games and ended with 85 tackles<\/a>. A younger safety on the market, Pinnock could be the solution to dealing with Jaquan Brisker&#8217;s extensive injury history.<\/p>\n<h3>CB Kader Kohou, Miami Dolphins<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 26 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 5&#8217;10&#8221;, 195 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 45 Tackles, 2 INTs, 1 Forced Fumble<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Kader Kohou has been a defensive standout for Miami. Adding him could stabilize the Bears&#8217; secondary, reducing the need to constantly rotate Tyrique Stevenson and Terell Smith.<\/p>\n<h3>S Jeremy Chinn, Washington Commanders<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 26 | <strong>Height\/Weight:<\/strong> 6&#8217;3&#8243;, 220 lbs | <strong>2024 Stats:<\/strong> 117 Tackles, 2 Sacks, 1 INT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Jeremy Chinn has excelled with the Commanders, leading the team in tackles during their playoff win. His hybrid linebacker-safety skill set could bring much-needed versatility to Chicago&#8217;s defense.<\/p>\n<p><em>Main Image: Mark J. Rebilas &#8211; USA Today Sports<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With NFL free agency around the corner, the Bears must invest in various positions with nearly $74 million in cap space. The reality is most high-profile free agents won&#8217;t come cheap, and with multiple holes in the roster, the Bears have to be smart with their money. 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