This offseason, the Chicago Bears made it a priority to improve their pass rush. Chicago added defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo to help get to the quarterback. Though Jarrett didn't play in the preseason, the rest of the starting defensive line did, and they struggled to get pressure.
This was abundantly evident in the Bears' final preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs. In the three drives, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' starting offense played against Chicago's starting defense, and Mahomes faced very little pressure. That outcome was certainly alarming given the fact that the left side of Kansas City's offensive line is brand new.
Furthermore, after the game on Friday, Ben Johnson confirmed Austin Booker would miss the first few weeks of the season. Booker's injury, paired with how much the Bears' starting defensive line struggled, proves they still need to add to the pass rush.
Thus, following roster cuts on Tuesday, Chicago should look to add Baltimore Ravens edge rusher David Ojabo, whether it's through a trade or free agency.
Bears Must Inquire About David Ojabo After Roster Cuts
The Ravens drafted Ojabo in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Unfortunately, the 25-year-old has yet to live up to his potential. In three seasons, Ojabo has logged 16 tackles, four sacks, four quarterback hits, seven quarterback hurries, and 15 QB pressures.
Last season, he saw the most playing time of his career. With that playing time, Ojabo recorded a 56.5 pass rush grade, a 59.7 run defense grade, and a 55.1 overall grade, according to PFF.
That said, lower leg injuries have also derailed the beginning of the 25-year-old's career. Even so, that's not the type of production the Ravens are looking to get from a former second-round pick. This is why Baltimore drafted Marshall edge rusher Mike Green in the second round this year.
Be that as it may, Ojabo put together a decent preseason this year. In the games, he tallied five tackles, one sack, three quarterback hurries, and four quarterback pressures. Moreover, Ojabo posted a pass rush grade of 63.6, a run defense grade of 66.5, and an overall grade of 63.8.
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— Kevin Oestreicher (@koestreicher34) August 7, 2025
Despite his struggles in Baltimore, Ojabo could be a good fit in Dennis Allen's scheme. At 6-foot-4, 250 pounds, with 33 1/2 inch arms, the 25-year-old has the measurables Allen likes. Therefore, whether Ojabo gets cuts or Chicago has to trade for him, general manager Ryan Poles should do everything in his power to make him a Bear.