Pernell McPhee

Bears LB Pernell McPhee hopes 'sexier' look will lead to better production

Published Apr. 5, 2017 9:08 a.m. ET

Cameron DaSilva

The Chicago Bears are in the midst of a complete rebuild, moving on from Jay Cutler and Alshon Jeffery this offseason. The defense has been a focal point, signing Marcus Cooper, Prince Amukamara and Quintin Demps, among others.

That’s because there’s a lack of talent on that side of the ball. Pernell McPhee is a solid pass rusher, but he’s missed nine games the past two seasons, both with the Bears. He’s hoping his new look will get him back on track and lead to a better 2017 season.

"I feel great," McPhee said via ESPN. "I look more sexier; you know what I’m saying? So, it’s definitely a blessing, and I can’t wait until the season starts.”

"It was really important (to lose some weight),” he added. Usually when I’d get out of bed, it would take me a good second to starting walking. But I can get up and run right now. So, it’s a blessing coming from where I was to now."

"Dangerous, it’s going to be dangerous, because obviously last year wasn’t a great year, and the year before wasn’t one," McPhee said. "Hopefully by me losing weight and staying focused, we can turn this thing around."

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