The Chicago Bears announced the release of defensive end DeMarcus Walker and tight end Gerald Everett, creating an estimated $10.75 million in salary cap savings. Walker, who was set to earn $5.2 million in the final year of his contract, had a successful tenure starting 29 games. Conversely, Everett, signed last March, experienced limited use in the offense, with only eight receptions for 36 yards. Both releases indicate the Bears’ strategy to optimize their salary cap ahead of the new NFL season.
The Bears have released defensive end DeMarcus Walker and tight end Gerald Everett, saving approximately $10.75 million in salary cap space for Chicago.
Walker, the 30-year-old defensive end, had a productive stint in Chicago with a career-high 16 quarterback hits last season, but his financial hit led to his release.
Tight end Gerald Everett struggled for utilization in Chicago, managing only eight receptions for 36 yards last season despite signing a two-year, $12 million deal.
The timing of these releases appears strategic for the Bears as they clear substantial cap space ahead of the upcoming NFL season.
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