Bears Free Cap Space, Target Upgrades

0:00It's March 6th for the NFL. Let's get into it. The Chicago Bears kept their offseason rolling by releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmonds and trading wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills for A. Second round pick. The 27-year-old Edmonds spent three seasons with the team, starting 13 games last year with 112 tackles, four, interceptions, and nine pass breakups. Earlier this week, the Bears also dealt with Center Drew Dalman's surprise retirement, which combined with these moves to free up 44 million dollars in cap space that puts them at $32 million available now, ranking 11th in the league just before free agency tampering starts on Monday. Fans and analysts see this as a smart reset after the Bears won the NFC North, but struggled defensively, finishing 29th in total yards allowed, and 27th against the run. The extra cash gives them flexibility to chase upgrades and turn into real contenders. Chicago could target edge rushes like Max Crosby in a trade,

1:02or free agents such as Trey Hendrickson and Jalen Phillips. On the line, they might go after top center Tyler Lindrbaum, who could command a big deal they can now afford. At linebacker, the Bears have TJ Edwards and the Suelbrothers holding it down, but need depth after losing Edmonds in a couple free agents. A strong draft class and free agency options mean they can rebuild there, while Edmonds hits the market as a solid veteran drawing interest. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode, it is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening and bed. Us O-L-I, solelypillow.com