Bears' Free Agency: Lessons from Past Hits & Misses

0:00This is Corey, with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now, subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Chicago Bears are gearing up for the 2026 free agency period, but they're in a tough spot on the offensive line after left tackle. Ozzie Trapillo's long-term injury in Pro Bowl Center drew Dawman's sudden retirement after just one strong season. Looking back at the past decade, the team has had some real hits and misses in free agency that shaped their roster. On the bright side, signings like White receiver Alan Robinson delivered big numbers over three years for $42 million while running. Back quarter row Paterson thrilled fans with explosive returns for $10 million. Defensive Lyman Andrew Billings turned a low-risk deal into a key part of the league's best run defense in 2023 and safety Kevin. Buyer earned all pro honors after his $15 million contract. Unfortunately, the flops have heard more, like Edge R Usher Robert Quinn's $5-year $70

1:00million pact that yielded franchise record sacks. One year, but little else before a trade. Quarterback Mike Glinnon's $42.5 million deal lasted just four starts, and guard Nate Davis became a total bust on $30 million, leading to his early release. Fans still cringe at these costly errors, especially with dead cat money from deals like Dale O'Dangbo's $48 million tying up funds needed for defensive in-help now. General manager Ryan Poles ignored warnings on some, putting pressure on the front office. As free agency opens and days, the Bears must get creative with their tight salary cap to fix the line and avoid more regrets, learning from past. Successes like stabilizing the secondary and center position before Dahman's exit. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, See the episode description. For bedtime ritual, just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort, S-O-L-L-I-S-O-L-P-L-O-dot-com. For bedtime ritual, just got better.

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