Colts' Free-Agent D-Lineman Signs Huge Deal with Bears

The Indianapolis Colts are losing young stud defensive lineman Dayo Odeyingbo to the Chicago Bears.

Nov 24, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo (54) walks off the field after losing to the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christine Tannous/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images | Christine Tannous/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

On the unofficial first day of NFL free agency, the Indianapolis Colts lost a big piece of their defensive line as free agent Dayo Odeyingbo has reportedly agreed to a contract with the Chicago Bears.

Bears beat writer Brad Biggs of The Chicago Tribune was first with the scoop, while Ian Rapoport of NFL Media added that it's a three-year deal worth $48 million, including $32 million guaranteed.

While this is tough news for a Colts team that liked Odeyingbo, developed him, and wanted him back as a free agent, the contract he agreed to with Chicago is likely too much for the Colts, where he was never a full-time starter.

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In 61 career games (19 starts), Odeyingbo has racked up 106 tackles (21 for loss), 16.5 sacks, 46 QB hits, 5 forced fumbles, 3 fumbles recovered, and 2 pass breakups.

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