Players released around the league, plus fallout from the draft
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Washington will host 2027 NFL Draft on the National Mall – Chicago Sun-Times – It is the latest off-field victory for the Commanders, who a week ago reached an agreement with the D.C. government to build a new home on the old RFK Stadium site.
Chicago Bears: Does QB Caleb Williams have all the pieces he needs? – Chicago Tribune – How much did the Chicago Bears accomplish in the NFL draft? And where must they dial in before the summer? Weighing in on four pressing topics.
Shedeur Sanders, Matthew Golden and every team’s best value pick from the 2025 NFL Draft – The Athletic – Trapilo was the smart choice at No. 56 for the Bears, who picked Texas A&M defensive tackle Shemar Turner soon after at No. 62.
Chicago Bears linked to free-agent running back J.K. Dobbins as offseason rolls on – SI – The Chicago Bears’ need for a running back has the team connected to former Chargers starter J.K. Dobbins as the offseason marches on.
Spicy Bears offense is understandable considering all the ingredients – SI – It’s not just Ben Johnson’s Detroit roots in this Bears offense but a heavy New Orleans and Miami influence along with a touch of some other things.
How key strength could actually make Ozzy Trapilo best Bears tackle – SI – Analysis: Although Braxton Jones’ job is being challenged by Ozzy Trapilo, the rookie tackle could make a run at either starting tackle position for one key reason.
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Will Johnson on falling to second round: They going to have to pay for this sh— – NBC Sports – If Will Johnson’s knee is OK, the Cardinals got a steal with the 47th overall pick.
Ravens made a “football decision” (wink, nod) about Justin Tucker – NBC Sports – P.R. fallout be damned, the team carefully avoided a potential CBA issue.
Matthew Stafford, Rams will have another early offseason of uncertainty – NBC Sports – In the NFL, no deal is ever done until it’s done.
Texans interested in building team headquarters away from the stadium – NBC Sports – The Texans‘ current practice facility and team headquarters is located at NRG Stadium.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON
Caleb Williams ‘Poised to Make Biggest Jump’ Among 2nd-Year QBs – Windy City Gridiron – Ben Johnson’s ability to unlock his new QB’s potential was a recent topic on NBC Sports’ Pro Football Talk
Bears Post-Draft Roundtable: Who will have the biggest year-one impact? – Windy City Gridiron – Topic number four of our Bears post-draft roundtable!
Examining Ben Johnson’s Offense, Part 1: Down and Distance Tendencies – Windy City Gridiron – For the second consecutive offseason, the Chicago Bears have brought in a new offensive coaching staff, and new head coach and offensive playcaller Ben Johnson will be tasked with turning Chicago’s…
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