In this video, we break down the Chicago Bears' recent roster moves, including the release of five players: LB Micah Baskerville, DT Dashaun Mallory, RB Royce Freeman, CB Reddy Steward, and DB JT Woods. We’ll also take a deep dive into the team’s salary cap situation for 2025, as the NFL announces the new cap of $275 million.
The Bears are sitting at $69.93 million in cap space, but with key cap casualties like TE Gerald Everett, S Kevin Byard, RB Travis Homer, DT Zaach Pickens, and EDGE Dominique Robinson, the team could clear over $90 million in cap space heading into free agency.
Released Players:
LB Micah Baskerville: The undrafted free agent out of LSU had a promising start but didn't make the cut for the Bears' linebacker corps.
DT Dashaun Mallory: A former standout at Central Michigan, Mallory struggled to make an impact in the NFL but showed potential as a depth piece.
RB Royce Freeman: After multiple seasons in the NFL, Freeman was brought in for depth but failed to secure a consistent role in the Bears' backfield.
CB Reddy Steward: The young cornerback out of Lamar University had an uphill battle to earn playing time and ultimately did not make the roster.
DB JT Woods: A former Baylor standout, Woods showed flashes of ability but couldn't carve out a niche in the Bears’ secondary.
2025 Salary Cap Overview:
NFL Salary Cap: $275 million
Bears’ Current Cap Space: $69.93 million before any cuts
Cap Casualties:
TE Gerald Everett
S Kevin Byard
RB Travis Homer
DT Zaach Pickens
EDGE Dominique Robinson
If all these players are cut, the Bears could be looking at over $90 million in cap space heading into the 2025 free agency period. This gives the team a huge opportunity to target key players to bolster their roster for next season.
Free Agency Targets:
OG Trey Smith: A dominant force on the Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive line, Smith has the power and agility to improve the Bears' interior line.
OG Mekhi Becton: The massive former first-round pick of the Jets has had injury struggles but could be a high-reward signing if he stays healthy.
DT Milton Williams: A versatile defensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles, Williams brings a lot of upside to Chicago’s defensive front.
C Drew Dalman: A rising star at center for the Atlanta Falcons, Dalman could be the answer for the Bears' need for stability at the position.
DT Osa Odighizuwa: A solid contributor for the Dallas Cowboys, Odighizuwa has the potential to add strength and depth to the Bears’ defensive line.
With so much flexibility and cap space, the Bears are in a great position to make some serious moves this offseason!
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