Bears Lose Dalman, Shift Focus to Bradbury

0:00It's March 31st, I'm Cory with the story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. Chicago Bears took a tough hit this off-season, with veteran center Drew Dolman hanging up his cleats after just one season. He was a key piece in revamping that offensive line alongside Vets like Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, helping cut down Sacks on rookie quarterback. Caleb Williams, big time. That line overhaul sparked the Bears' offensive turnaround last year, making everything click up front. Dolman's smarts and steady play were huge factors in protecting the pocket and opening lanes. Head coach Ben Johnson got real about it, saying selfishly he, the team, and everyone once Dolman backs since he boosted their success from day one. But Johnson respects the decision, calling it thoughtful, not impulsive, and stressed doing right by the player. Now Johnson's shift focused to getting Ryan Bradbury up to speed as the new starting center to keep that line humming, losing Dolman tests their depth.

1:00But the coach knows consistency here is everything for the offense. Bears brass will lean on Bradbury to step a quick, aiming to build on last year's gains without missing a beat on the grid iron.