Bears Trade RB Khalil Herbert to Bengals for 7th-Round Draft Pick in 2025, Team Announces
Trade Details
The Chicago Bears have traded running back Khalil Herbert to the Cincinnati Bengals for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick, the team announced Tuesday morning. The move comes as the NFL trade deadline approaches, with the deadline set for 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Khalil Herbert’s Career with the Bears
Herbert was selected by the Bears in the sixth round (No. 217 overall) of the 2021 draft out of Virginia Tech. He had a productive first three seasons for a late-round pick, appearing in 42 games (12 starts) and accumulating 1,775 rushing yards, 287 receiving yards, and 10 total touchdowns.
2022 and 2023 Seasons
Herbert ran for a career-high 733 yards in 2022 and was the team’s second-leading rusher, behind quarterback Justin Fields, with 611 yards last season.
Reason for the Trade
However, Herbert found himself behind D’Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson in the Bears’ backfield this season. He appeared in six of the team’s eight games, rushing just eight times for 16 yards and one touchdown and catching two passes for four yards.
What’s Next for the Bears
With the trade, the Bears will now have a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to bolster their roster. The team will look to rebuild and retool their backfield, potentially targeting a new running back in the upcoming draft or free agency.
FAQs
Why did the Bears trade Khalil Herbert?
The Bears traded Herbert to make room for other running backs and to gain a draft pick in 2025.
What did the Bears receive in return for Khalil Herbert?
The Bears received a 2025 seventh-round draft pick in exchange for Herbert.
What does this mean for the Bears’ backfield?
The trade signals that the Bears are looking to rebuild and retool their backfield, potentially targeting a new running back in the upcoming draft or free agency.
