Dalman Retires from Bears, Leaves Millions on Table

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. Chicago Bears Center drew Dawman shocked fans by announcing his retirement at just 27 years old. He's walking away from $24 million over the next two years of his three year contract. This comes after only five seasons in the NFL. The financial hit could get even bigger for Dawman. He got a $6 million signing bonus up front, but has only earned 2 million of it so far. The Bears might demand he repay the remaining $4 million, since bonuses are advances on future play. Dawman had a breakout year in his first season with Chicago. He started all 17 regular season games plus two playoff ones, playing 100% of the snaps. That performance earned him his first pro bowl nod. No one knows why he's stepping away so early. Some wonder if he pushed for a better deal after his strong play and the team said no. Fans and analysts are speculating, but Dawman hasn't shared details yet.

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