Chicago Bears Sign Former Saints 2nd-Round Pick ‘Pass-Rush Project’ with 26.5 Career Sacks to Practice Squad After Outstanding Workout
Chicago, IL – September 3, 2025
The Chicago Bears have added another layer of intrigue to their defensive rebuild, signing a former second-round pick of the New Orleans Saints to their practice squad after an eye-catching workout this week.
The defensive end, just 24 years old, entered the NFL with sky-high expectations after a dominant college career. Yet across two seasons in New Orleans, he never quite found his footing. Over 27 appearances, he recorded 25 tackles and a pass breakup but failed to deliver a single sack, a stark contrast to the pass-rush production that made him a top draft pick.
That player is Isaiah Foskey, the former Notre Dame standout who posted 26.5 sacks before reaching the NFL. Released by the Saints earlier this offseason, Foskey became available as teams finalized rosters, and Chicago seized the opportunity to give him a developmental shot.
Bears evaluators were reportedly impressed with his explosiveness and motor during the workout, believing he could offer long-term upside if nurtured in the right system. Head coach Matt Eberflus has prioritized toughness and rotational depth along the defensive front, and Foskey’s addition fits into that broader vision.
The move also comes at a time when Chicago is desperate for more juice off the edge. While Montez Sweat remains the established leader, injuries and limited depth have left the pass-rush rotation thin. Bringing in a young former high pick with untapped potential is viewed as a low-risk, high-upside gamble.
Fans on social media were quick to draw comparisons to reclamation stories elsewhere in the NFL. “If the Bears can unlock Foskey the way the Eagles did with Zack Baun, it could be one of the best under-the-radar signings of the season,” one supporter wrote on X.
For now, Foskey will have to prove himself on the practice squad, but the Bears believe there’s still something there to develop. In a league where pass rush is king, even a “project” can change the trajectory of a defense if the potential finally clicks.
Packers Veteran Safety Rejects IR Deal, Accepts Pay Cut to Keep Fighting in Green Bay
Green Bay, WI – August 10, 2025 – The Packers’ preseason opener against the New York Jets was supposed to be about roster evaluations. Instead, the very first snap delivered a crushing blow to one of their most dependable veterans.
What began as a routine tackle quickly turned into a nightmare. A player crumpled to the turf, clutching his knee, while teammates waved frantically for trainers. The silence inside the stadium said it all.
At first, the medical staff believed the damage was minor. But postgame scans revealed far worse. A torn knee ligament had stolen not just a night, but potentially an entire season from Green Bay.
The fallen player was Zayne Anderson, a core special teams contributor and emergency safety, finally receiving his first true starting opportunity in place of the injured Xavier McKinney. Fate, however, intervened before he could even take a second snap.
"I don’t need IR to sit and collect a paycheck. I want my blood on the field, I want to fight alongside my brothers in Green and Gold… as long as I get the chance."
Anderson logged 257 special teams snaps in 2024, the second-most on the roster. Whether it was punt coverage, kickoff return, or serving as the punter’s personal protector, he represented Green Bay’s backbone of consistency.
Losing him now is not just about replacing depth. It’s about filling the void of a player who embodied grit, selflessness, and accountability — values the Packers had come to rely on in critical moments.
As Anderson stares down a grueling road of recovery, his refusal to accept comfort or surrender has electrified Lambeau. He may be sidelined, but his words echo a message of loyalty and unshakable resolve.
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