IR
Injury Achilles
Est. Return 2/9/2026
2024 Defense Stats
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21
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2025 Projections
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Odeyingbo joined the Bears this offseason after four years with the Colts, with whom he logged 31 tackles, including 3.0 sacks, in 2024. Despite playing all 17 games and logging 120 more snaps than the previous year, he couldn't match the 8.0 sacks he tallied one year prior. Still, his size and athleticism fit Chicago's defensive front. He's projected to handle rotational snaps at defensive end and could rebound with improved usage. Odeyingbo offers modest IDP value in deeper formats. Read Past Outlooks
Officially placed on IR
The Bears placed Odeyingbo (Achilles) on injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Odeyingbo sustained an Achilles injury during the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday. The injury is severe enough for the 2021 second-rounder to be sidelined for the rest of the season, and it's unclear whether he'll be available for the start of the 2026 campaign. With Odeyingbo done for the year, the Bears solidified their depth on the defensive line by acquiring Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and a 2026 seventh-round pick via trade from the Browns on Tuesday in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick.
Odeyingbo sustained an Achilles injury during the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday. The injury is severe enough for the 2021 second-rounder to be sidelined for the rest of the season, and it's unclear whether he'll be available for the start of the 2026 campaign. With Odeyingbo done for the year, the Bears solidified their depth on the defensive line by acquiring Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and a 2026 seventh-round pick via trade from the Browns on Tuesday in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick.
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Measurables Review
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How do Dayo Odeyingbo's measurables compare to other defensive ends?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
Height
6' 5"Weight
282 lbsHand Length
10.13 inArm Length
35.25 in
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Odeyingbo, a 2021 second-round pick, put together career-high numbers across the board in 2023. He's begun to find success as a key rotational pass rusher in Indianapolis' defensive scheme, and in 2024 Odeyingbo's numbers could uptick again if he's able to more consistently handle above 50 percent of defensive snaps.
More Fantasy News
Out for year with Achilles injury
Odeyingbo will miss the rest of the 2025 season due to an Achilles injury he sustained during the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
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Exits with ankle injury
Odeyingbo is doubtful to return to Sunday's matchup versus the Lions due to an ankle injury.
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Posts eight tackles in defeat
Odeyingbo registered eight tackles, including one tackle for loss, in the Bears' 30-16 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
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Heads to Windy City
Odeyingbo is in line to sign a three-year, $48 million contract with the Bears, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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Sees sacks total fall in 2024
Odeyingbo produced 31 tackles, including 3.0 sacks, along with two forced fumbles and a recovered fumble over 17 regular-season games.
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Plans to play this season
Odeyingbo (knee) suggested Friday "the goal is to be back playing this year", Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Many assumed the Colts' most recent second-round pick would be unable to play his rookie year after tearing his Achilles back in January, but the defensive lineman seemed to indicate that wouldn't be the case. A potent combination of size and speed, Odeyingbo would be an excellent force along the front seven provided he's healthy enough to contribute.
Many assumed the Colts' most recent second-round pick would be unable to play his rookie year after tearing his Achilles back in January, but the defensive lineman seemed to indicate that wouldn't be the case. A potent combination of size and speed, Odeyingbo would be an excellent force along the front seven provided he's healthy enough to contribute.