Hold onto your deep-dish, Chicago—the Bears just served up a plot twist hotter than a Lou Malnati’s pizza. In a move that’s got more drama than a Chicago Fire finale, the Mavericks of the Midfield are shaking things up faster than a Taylor Swift breakup song.
The Bears dropped two starters Friday, cutting tight end Gerald Everett and defensive end DeMarcus Walker. The move clears $10.75 million in cap space, pushing Chicago’s warchest to nearly $80 million. Walker, who started all 17 games last season, tallied 3.5 sacks and 16 QB hits. Everett?
He ghosted through 2024 with just eight catches. “Chicago, it was brief and a learning experience but i appreciate the love the city and the team showed me! Looking forward to the next chapter. On to the next!” Everett tweeted, waving goodbye like a Succession character exiting a boardroom. But here’s the kicker.
#Bears officially released Gerald Everett and DeMarcus Walker
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) February 21, 2025
GM Ryan Poles isn’t playing rebuild simulator. With Ben Johnson’s coaching squad now official, the Bears are assembling a staff that’d make Ocean’s Eleven jealous. New OC Declan Doyle and DC Dennis Allen headline the crew, while Super Bowl champ Eric Bieniemy joins as running backs coach. “We’re proud to represent the Chicago Bears and our fans,” Johnson said, channeling Ted Lasso optimism. Meanwhile, the roster chess continues.
Cutting Walker signals a hunt for edge rushers to pair with Montez Sweat. And with Johnson’s ex, Lions using two-TE sets 32% of the time last year (third in NFL), expect Chicago to target tight ends faster than a deepfake Drake track drops.
This story is unfolding—stay locked in for the latest.
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