Bears Free Agency: Linebackers, Safeties, & Cap Management

0:00It's March 9th for the NFL. Let's get into it. The NFL offseason is in full swing, with free agent talks opening Monday at 11 a.m. and the New League year starting Wednesday at 3 p.m. 4. The Chicago Bears It's been a whirlwind of moves to free up Salary Calf Space. Center drew down and shocked everyone by retiring at age 27. They traded wide receiver DJ Moore and a fifth round pick to the Buffalo Bills. For a second rounder, released linebacker Tremaine Edmonds to say $15 million and acquired center-guarred Bradbury from the New England. Patriots for a future fifth round pick. Earlier this week, the Bears locked in some key depth pieces. They re-signed linebacker to Marco Jackson to a two-year deal worth $7.5 million, which could reach $10.5 million with incentives. Jackson, who they claimed off waivers last year, stepped up with 30 tackles, a sack, and an interception in four starts.

1:00They also gave defensive end Daniel Hardy a two-year $5 million contract for his stand-out special team's work, where he led the team with 19 tackles. These changes create big opportunities and needs for the Bears. Releasing Edmonds opens a starting linebacker spot, while Bradbury fills the center-hole left by Dolman's exit. He's a seven-year vet with over one. It starts in nose, guard Jill Thuney from college. Fans are buzzing about the cat flexibility, especially after past big spurgies on guys like Edmonds and Swift. Looking at recent tweaks, the Bears also let linebacker Aimen Agbong-Bemiga go earlier to gain $2.07 million in space. Special teams stay a priority, as Hardy and others like Josh Blackwell prove vital and close games. Heading into free agency, several Bears are on the market, including all pro-safety Kevin Byard with his seven picks last year, other safeties. Cornerbacks like the Sean Wright, an offensive tackle, Braxton Jones. Expect the Bears to target linebackers, safeties, and maybe left tackle help while staying smart

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