Khalil Herbert

2024 - 11 - 5

Bengals Get Herbert and Trade Woes Become Touchdowns!

Chicago Bears - Cincinnati Bengals - Khalil Herbert - NFL Trade Deadline - Running Back Depth - Zack Moss Injury

The Bengals score big by trading for Khalil Herbert just in time for a game of injury dodgeball! 🏈💥

In a strategic move ahead of the NFL trade deadline, the Cincinnati Bengals have acquired running back Khalil Herbert from the Chicago Bears. The Bears decided to part ways with Herbert, who is known for his agility and versatility on the field, in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick. With Zack Moss nursing a neck injury, this trade provides the Bengals with much-needed depth in their backfield. The decision was not just about immediate needs; it reflects a long-term strategy as Herbert fits into their offensive plans nicely.

Khalil Herbert had shown flashes of brilliance during his time with the Bears, making it a win-win for both teams involved. The Bengals, already balancing their offensive strategy around a potent mix of players, now have added a jewel in Herbert to their roster. Meanwhile, the Bears seemed set on rejuvenating their running game with D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson, making this trade logical for their future roadmap. Whether Herbert makes or breaks the Bengals' season remains to be seen, but there’s no doubt he will be putting his best foot forward, literally!

In terms of potential impact, Herbert's acquisition comes at a crucial time. With the NFL playoffs looming on the horizon, the Bengals are looking to fortify their playoff hopes with fresh talent while keeping injuries in mind. As the team reshuffles its strategy to adapt to the volatility of player health, Herbert’s finesse on the field adds an extra layer of depth at the running back position. After all, every football fan knows that the next play could lead to an unexpected twist of fate in the season!

As the Bengals gear up for upcoming matches with their newly acquired asset, it might be interesting to note that Khalil Herbert's style of play could coax out a few more touchdowns into the Bengals' already impressive arsenal. Additionally, the NFL has seen a trend where mid-season trades can drastically change the trajectory of a team, reminiscent of how the Rams snagged Matthew Stafford to clinch the Super Bowl. The only question left is—will Herbert's inclusion turn the Bengals' season around just in time for a playoff run? Stay tuned to find out!

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Bengals acquire RB Khalil Herbert from Bears in trade with Zack ... (NFL.com)

The Bengals have added a running back to the mix following Zack Moss' neck injury. Cincinnati is acquiring Khalil Herbert in a trade with the Chicago Bears, ...

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Roster Move: Bears trade Khalil Herbert to Bengals (ChicagoBears.com)

The Bears on Tuesday traded running back Khalil Herbert to the Bengals in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick.

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Bengals get Bears RB Khalil Herbert after Zack Moss injury - ESPN (ESPN)

The Bengals, with Zack Moss dealing with a neck injury, acquired RB Khalil Herbert from the Bears for a 2025 seventh-round pick, the Bears announced ...

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Bengals RB depth chart: What Khalil Herbert trade means for Chase ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

The Bengals made their first move at the trade deadline, bolstering their depth by acquiring RB Khalil Herbert.

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Reports: Bengals Trade For Bears Running Back Khalil Herbert (Bengals.com)

According to multiple reports Tuesday morning, the Bengals added to their running back room when they acquired versatile Bears running back Khalil Herbert ...

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NFL trade deadline: Bears send Khalil Herbert to Bengals (NBC Chicago)

The Chicago Bears have made a trade prior to Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, sending running back Khalil Herbert to the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Bengals trade for Bears RB Khalil Herbert: Why each team made the ... (The Athletic)

Herbert wasn't going to be re-signed — the Bears are set with D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson.

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Bears trade Khalil Herbert to Bengals (NBC Sports - NFL)

A 2025 seventh-round pick will go back to the Bears as compensation. Herbert bolsters the Bengals backfield in the wake of Zack Moss's neck injury. Moss missed ...

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Bengals adquieren a Khalil Herbert de Bears tras lesión de Moss ... (ESPN Deportes)

Los Bengals, con Zack Moss lidiando con una lesión en el cuello, adquirieron al corredor Khalil Herbert de los Bears por una selección de séptima ronda de ...

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Bengals Acquire HB Khalil Herbert From Chicago Bears, Place TE ... (Bengals.com)

The Bengals today acquired HB Khalil Herbert from the Chicago Bears, in exchange for Cincinnati's seventh-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Khalil Herbert trade grades: Bengals bolstering backfield after Zack ... (CBSSports.com)

Bears: C-. No one is going to be truly jumping up and down when a 2025 seventh-round pick comes through the door, but it's a fine return for Chicago, ...

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