Reports: Bears reach deals with defensive linemen Al-Quadin Muhammad, Justin Jones

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(670 The Score) The Bears pivoted quickly Friday after their deal with defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi fell apart due to his failed physical.

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The Bears reached an agreement with defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad on a two-year, $10-million deal, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported. Earlier in the day, Chicago added defensive tackle Justin Jones on a two-year deal, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported.

After playing for the Colts for the past four seasons, Muhammad has now followed new Bears coach Matt Eberflus to Chicago. Muhammad, who turns 27 in late March, had six sacks in 17 games for Indianapolis in 2021. He has 11 sacks in 68 games in his five-year NFL career.

Jones, 25, played for the Chargers for the last four years. He had three sacks and five tackles for loss in 11 games last season. He has 4.5 sacks in 51 games in his four-year NFL career.

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