Bears Deal Dismissed Playmaker to NFC Foe in Bold Trade Move. With the trade deadline just over a week away, the Bears appear poised to make a move, especially following the activation of RB Travis Homer’s 21-day window to return from injured reserve.
Once Homer is back, the team will have four solid options at running back. While D’Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson are secure in their spots, Khalil Herbert stands out as the most likely trade target, even though the Bears are reluctant to let him go.
A proposed trade could give Herbert the chance to start elsewhere while allowing Chicago to regain some value in the process.
Projected Bears Trade Sends RB Khalil Herbert to Cowboys
Despite Jerry Jones‘ attempts to shake things up, it’s clear the Cowboys need a boost in their backfield. Herbert would immediately become their top runner, helping to improve an offense that currently ranks last in yards per rush attempt (3.5).
The 2021 sixth-round pick has accumulated 1,791 rushing yards and nine touchdowns, averaging 4.8 yards per carry. When given the chance, Herbert consistently performs well in advanced metrics and has shown promise as a receiver too.
Bears deal dismissed playmaker but he deserves the opportunity to lead a backfield. With him set to become a free agent, the Bears must either trade him or risk losing him for nothing this offseason.
If The #Bears aren’t going to use Khalil Herbert (8 rushes, 16 yards, 1 TD) this year, we should trade him.
A dual threat with big burst and solid vision.
Also in the last year of his rookie contract. Good, cheap rental RB1/2. pic.twitter.com/vbBBme8IYY
— Nic Roti (@ChicagoNic) October 3, 2024
Trading Herbert to a conference rival that Chicago could face in the playoffs would be tough, but few teams have a more pressing need at running back. The Chargers, Raiders, and Bengals are potential AFC options, though they might not offer Herbert the same opportunity for playing time.
This trade would benefit both sides, clearing space on the Bears’ depth chart while giving a veteran player a chance to shine. Chicago has already turned down one clear trade opportunity, so let’s hope the front office doesn’t miss out again.
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