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Decker to Bears? Lions Release Vet LT

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Taylor Decker, the Detroit Lions longest-tenured player, has been released after contract negotiations fell through. The veteran left tackle, who considered retirement earlier this year, now hits free agency. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears, facing a crisis at left tackle due to Ozzy Trapilos Achilles injury, are considering Decker as a bargain stopgap. Bears head coach Ben Johnson, who worked with Decker in Detroit, sees him as a proven stability option.

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Decker to Bears? Lions Release Vet LT

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Decker to Bears? Lions Release Vet LT. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Detroit Lions released better and left tackle Taylor Decker today after contract negotiations broke down. The 10-year starter, their longest 10-year player, requested his exit and now hits free agency at age 32. Earlier this year, Decker considered retirement but announced plans to return for the 2026 season. The cars turned tense when the Lions asked for a pay-cut, catching him by surprise. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears face a crisis at left tackle. Starter Ozzie Trabalo tore his Achilles in the wild car playoffs and will miss most of next season, leaving rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Blindside exposed. Bears head coach Ben Johnson knows Decker well from their Detroit days. Johnson served as offensive coordinator there for three years, helping Decker earn his only pro-bow nod. With cap space now at $32 million after recent roster moves, Chicago can pursue Decker as

a bargain stopgap. He won't trade your compensatory picks and offers proven stability while Trabalo recovers. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more, your pillow, your podcast,

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