Bears' Quiet Offseason: Building for Future

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Chicago Bears are having a quiet offseason after their playoff push. They've lost several key defenders, including safety-traumane Edmonds who was cut, safety Kevin Byard and Jaquan Briskar who hit free agency, and Cornerback Nishan Wright who also left. Meanwhile, Center Drew Daumann shocked everyone by retiring at just 27 after a proble year. To fill those gaps, the Bears brought in center, Garrett Bradbury, linebacker Devin Bush on a $30 million deal, and Cornerback Kobe Bryant. For 40 million, they've also added wire receiver and returner, Khalif Raymond, on a 5.5 million contract, and resigned linebacker D. Marco Jackson for $7.5 million. But the biggest need remains at Ed rusher, and the team has stayed out of that pricey market. Fans like the Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers, shout out big for those players.

1:02Yet the Bears passed. According to reports, General Manager Ryan Poles is holding back due to major contract extensions coming up soon for Wright Tackle, Darnel Wright, and Cornerback Caleb Williams. With huge cap hits on the horizon, they're focused on smart spending rather than going all in right now. Fans might not love the low-key approach since it means a lackluster offseason, but it's all about building a contending core for the next 5 years, or more. If they nail their draft picks and key moves, this strategy could pay off big in the long run. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, L-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.com.