Kpassagnon was elevated from the practice squad and will be part of Chicago’s edge rotation, bringing veteran experience from Kansas City and New Orleans. His Week 1 showing—sack, two QB hits, two tackles on 13 def snaps—suggests he can pressure quarterbacks even when not a full-time starter, offering real fantasy upside if he secures consistent snaps.

Kpassagnon’s veteran presence bolsters the Chicago edge rotation. His size and burst offer depth opposite Sweat, helping stabilize the defense and widening the window for disruptive plays.