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Alyssa Barbieri

Bears expected to sign DT Larry Ogunjobi

The Chicago Bears have made their first big move in free agency as they’re expected to sign former Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi.

Ogunjobi is coming off a season-ending right foot injury during the wild-card round of the postseason. With the Bears transitioning to a 4-3 defense under new head coach Matt Eberflus, Ogunjobi is a quality 3-technique that would fit Chicago’s new defensive scheme.

According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, Ogunjobi’s deal is slated to be a big one. It’s a three-year deal worth $40.5 million, including $26.35 million guaranteed.

Last season, Ogunjobi had seven sacks and 16 QB pressures, something that could help a Bears pass rush already loaded with talent on the edge.

Ogunjobi’s signing indicates that defensive tackle Bilal Nichols might not be re-signed. But depending on Nichols’ market, perhaps he could return to Chicago on an affordable deal.

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