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The confetti from Pro Bowl weekend had barely settled. Drew Dalman, the Chicago Bears’ starting center, had just finished anchoring one of the NFL’s most improved offensive lines, grading out as a top‑10 center by PFF.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 28

Chicago Bears hint at frontrunner for biggest position battle

After winning the NFC North and making the Divisional Round, the Chicago Bears are strong at just about every position sans the defensive line. Drew Dalman sent the Bears a curveball this offseason when the 27-year-old center announced his retirement coming off of a Pro Bowl season in 2025.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 18

Chicago Bears secret weapon in 2026 could prove to be future starter next year

The Chicago Bears have had to address some sudden departures on offense this off-season. When center Drew Dalman decided to retire, they went out and acquired Garrett Bradbury to replace him.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Bears’ top offseason addition already on shaky ground

The Chicago Bears were thrown for a loop back in early March when center Drew Dalman suddenly announced his retirement at the age of 27, leaving a gaping hole in the middle of the Bears’ offensive line.

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The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 24

Grading The Pick: Drew Dalman decision continues to haunt the Bears no matter how promising of a player Logan Jones is for Chicago

The Chicago Bears snag their first offensive player in the 2026 NFL Draft by drafting Iowa center Logan Jones with the 57th overall pick in the second-round.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 14

Where Bears Could Find Long-Term Drew Dalman Replacement in 2026 NFL Draft

As if the Chicago Bears didn't have enough to worry about along the offensive line after the Ozzy Trapilo injury, they were thrown another curveball when Drew Dalman retired.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / March 31

How the Bears handled Drew Dalman’s retirement situation looks even better after the latest mistake made by a division rival

The Chicago Bears were forced into a tough situation when 27-year-old center Drew Dalman announced his retirement, one year into a three-year contract he signed with the team.

Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / March 14

Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles Breaks Silence On Drew Dalman’s Sudden Retirement

The Chicago Bears were faced with a tough situation when center Drew Dalman decided to suddenly retire. He was one of the pieces of an offensive line makeover that helped the offense improve immensely in 2025.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 11

Bear Take Closer Look at Potential Drew Dalman Replacement in 2026 NFL Draft

With the first wave of free agency in the books, the Chicago Bears are likely done making any big roster moves. They may still be mulling a potential trade

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 6

Chicago Bears Trade for Center Garrett Bradbury to Replace Drew Dalman

The Chicago Bears have taken their first major step toward rebuilding the offensive line after Drew Dalman’s retirement. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Chicago has acquired veteran center Garrett Bradbury from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Chicago Bears News / Football Analysis / March 6

Bears Pro Bowl Center Walks Away From $24M With No Explanation—Bears Lose $42M Anchor

One of the NFL’s most stunning retirement announcements in years landed on Tuesday, March 3, when Chicago Bears Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman, 27, informed the team he was stepping away from the game entirely.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 3

3 Most Logical Options For the Bears to Replace Drew Dalman at Center

The Chicago Bears were left reeling with the sudden retirement of Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman, who announced that he'd be hanging up the boots at the age of 27.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 21, 2025

Cam Jurgens contract extension shows value in Chicago Bears' signing of Drew Dalman

Just days before the 2025 NFL draft, the Philadelphia Eagles took care of another piece of business, signing standout center Cam Jurgens to a 4-year deal worth $68 million.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / March 20, 2025

Drew Dalman explains major Chicago Bears decision

Almost as soon as the legal tampering window opened up, the Chicago Bears pounced on longtime Atlanta Falcons center Drew Dalman. It was a testament to how General Manager Ryan Poles and company feel Dalman will fit on the offensive line.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 10, 2025

Drew Dalman made huge sacrifice to join Chicago Bears, per report

The Chicago Bears wasted little time during the legal tampering window to agree to terms with former Atlanta Falcons center Drew Dalman. But the Bears weren’t the only team pursuing Dalman’s services.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 10, 2025

Drew Dalman reportedly took less money to join Bears

Out of all of the free agents the Falcons had entering the offseason, Drew Dalman was by far the most notable. The club’s starting center was one of the

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 7, 2025

New report bodes well for Falcons to re-sign Drew Dalman

There doesn’t seem to be a consensus on what Drew Dalman will garner on the free agent market, but many believe he’ll be out of the Falcons’ price range.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4, 2025

Falcons Bracing To Lose C Drew Dalman

According to ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler, the Falcons would like to re-sign C Drew Dalman but are bracing for him to get more money in free agency. Fowler says Dalman will easily be the top free agent center available and should do quite well.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 3, 2025

Report: Falcons 'prepared to lose' Drew Dalman in free agency

Signs are pointing to the Falcons losing Drew Dalman in free agency. ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler reported that the club is prepared to lose the center this offseason.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 2, 2025

Drew Dalman projected to leave Falcons in free agency

The Falcons don’t have many of their own free agents to bring back, but one is garnering plenty of attention — Drew Dalman. From fourth-round pick to the most sought-after center on the free agent market, Dalman has taken the opportunity and run with it.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 1, 2025

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