The Chicago Bears are still on the hunt for edge-rushing help, and one former Dallas Cowboy could be the perfect low-risk, high-reward addition to their defensive lineup. Even as free agency winds down, the Bears have options—and Carl Lawson is emerging as a realistic target worth watching.

Lawson, who spent the 2024 season with the Cowboys and racked up five sacks, knows how to produce in big markets. He previously suited up for the New York Jets in 2022 and 2023, proving he can handle the pressure of a demanding fan base. Over his eight-year career, he's posted at least five sacks in five different seasons, showing consistent flashes of his potential.

Injuries have slowed Lawson's momentum, but his track record still turns heads. He played just one game with the Baltimore Ravens in 2025 and didn't record a sack, but as Mike Moraitis of SI notes, "It hasn't been that long since Lawson was productive. He posted five sacks with the Dallas Cowboys in 2024 and had seven two years before that with the New York Jets." That kind of recent production makes him an intriguing flier for a Bears team looking to bolster its pass rush without breaking the bank.

Chicago still has cap space to work with, and any deal for Lawson would likely be short and affordable. For a player looking to rebound and a team needing depth off the edge, this pairing makes plenty of sense. The former Auburn standout and fourth-round pick has built a solid NFL resume, and at this stage of the offseason, there are far worse options for the Bears to consider.