Bears Sign D'Marco Jackson, Still Have Cap Space

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The Chicago Bears jumped the gun on free agency by agreeing to terms with linebacker deMarco Jackson on a two-year deal worth $7.5 million, which could reach $10.5 million at its max. NFL Insider and Rappaport share the news on X right before the legal tampering window opened. Jackson proved his worth last season stepping in for injured starter, Tremaine Edmonds. The fifth round picked from 2022, filled the middle linebacker role for 260 snaps and posted an impressive 83 point. 8 pf grade, while limiting targeted passes to a minuscule 29.7 pass or rating. After the Bears released Edmonds last week, Jackson now leads the pack for the starting middle linebacker job, heading into organized team activities. Fans and experts praise the move as a reliable depth addition that rewards his breakout performance.

1:02This contract leaves plenty of room for bigger splashes. Chicago still has over $24 million in cap space with no restructures yet, so they can pursue free agents like Devon Lloyd or use a draft pick to challenge Jackson. It's a straightforward win for general manager Ryan Poles, earning top grades for securing a proven special teamer and spot starter without breaking. The bank. Expect more move soon as free agency ramps up support for this DNN episode comes from our sponsor podcast hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense.