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Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / March 16

NFLPA re-elects Jalen Reeves-Maybin as president

The NFL Players Association's board of player representatives re-elected linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin as union president on Sunday. "I'm honored that the Board has trusted me to continue serving as president," he said in a statement.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 8

Bears Expected To Re-Sign LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin

Brad Briggs reports the Bears are expected to re-sign LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Bears placed LB Ty Summers on practice squad injured reserve.

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Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 6

Bears Announce Three Roster Moves

The Bears announced three roster moves ahead of Week 14, including the elevation of LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin from the practice squad. The team also signed OL Jordan McFadden to the active roster and waived LB Carl Jones Jr.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 19

Former Detroit Lions Linebacker Signs with Bears

A former Detroit Lions team captain has found a new team. Linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin, who was a multi-year captain for the Detroit Lions, has signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad.

NFL News / ChiCitySports / November 18

Chicago Bears sign former Detroit Lions Pro Bowler to practice squad

The Chicago Bears have added quality linebacker depth and a proven special teams standout, inking former Detroit Lions Pro Bowler Jalen Reeves-Maybin to the practice squad on Tuesday.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 18

Bears Hosted Four For Workouts

The Chicago Bears had four players in for workouts on Tuesday, per the NFL transaction wire. The full list includes: LB Jimmy Ciarlo DB Dominique Hampton LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin LB Jacoby Windmon Of the group, the Bears signed Reeves-Maybin to the practice squad. Reeves-Maybin, 30, is a former fourth-round pick of the Lions back in 2017.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Bears sign NFLPA president to practice squad

The Chicago Bears are dipping into the veteran market for depth at linebacker, and the name they chose carries a lot more weight than just another practice-squad body.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 18

Former Tennessee Vols defender from the Butch Jones era reportedly finds new home in the NFL

Former Tennessee Vols linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin reportedly has a new home in the NFL. According to the NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Reeves-Maybin, who also serves as the NFLPA president, was signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad on Tuesday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 18

Bears Signed LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin To Practice Squad

The Chicago Bears announced they have signed LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin to the practice squad. He’s also the current president of the NFL Players Association.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 19

49ers host LBs workout after losing Fred Warner for rest of season

Last week, the San Francisco 49ers suffered the loss of their best defensive player for the remainder of the season when Fred Warner‘s ankle was fractured and dislocated.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

49ers Worked Out Five Linebackers Saturday

The San Francisco 49ers officially hosted five linebackers for tryouts on Saturday. The full list includes: LB Kam Arnold LB Stone Blanton LB Ben Niemann LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin LB Chandler Wooten Reeves-Maybin, 30, is a former fourth-round pick of the Lions back in 2017.

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NFL News / Field Level Media / July 22, 2025

NFLPA expects vote on interim exec director in ‘near future’

NFL Players Association president Jalen Reeves-Maybin released a statement Tuesday declaring the union is committed to "serving the best interests of our

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 12, 2025

Former Detroit Lions Linebacker Is Weak NFLPA President

The role of union leadership is to always have the best interest of players at the forefront of their minds. Former Detroit Lions linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin,

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 12, 2025

Former Lions All-Pro without a job clearly deserves a training camp invite

It wasn't too long ago that former Detroit Lions linebacker and special teams ace Jalen Reeves-Maybin was heading to the Pro Bowl and earning All-Pro second-team honors.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / June 30, 2025

Bears Linked to Pro Bowl Veteran in Latest Free Agency Buzz

With training camp just weeks away, the Chicago Bears are still sniffing around the market for final pieces to bolster their roster—and one name making waves beneath the radar is stirring quiet optimism.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 26, 2025

Bears could find major defensive help by poaching NFC North Pro Bowler

The Chicago Bears have plenty of talent on the defensive side of the ball, but one area in which they could certainly use some help is at linebacker. The Bears don't have a ton of capable bodies at the position and could be relying on fourth-round rookie Ruben Hyppolite II to occupy one of the primary spots.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 26, 2025

ESPN calls for NFC team to sign former Tennessee Vols linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin

Former Tennessee Vols linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin, who also serves as the president of the NFLPA, is still looking for a new home in the NFL this offseason.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / April 15, 2025

Jalen Reeves-Maybin named top free agent fit for 49ers after Dre Greenlaw exit

With Dre Greenlaw departing in free agency, the San Francisco 49ers are expected to target linebacker help in next week's draft. However, one Pro Football Network contributor believes there's still a veteran free agent who could bolster defensive coordinator Robert Saleh's linebacker corps.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 27, 2025

Lions to part ways with Pro Bowl linebacker amid looming NFL free agency

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / February 27, 2025

Report: Lions Planning to Release Former All-Pro

The Detroit Lions have made their first move of the offseason as they decide how they want to shape their roster for a playoff run in 2025. Despite Spotrac

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27, 2025

Lions Plan To Release LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin

The Lions plan to release LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin at the start of the new league year, according to Tom Pelissero. According to OverTheCap.com, releasing Reeves-Maybin will create $1,895,000 of cap space to go along with $2.75 million of dead money.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 28, 2024

Two Lions Ruled Out, Reeves-Maybin Questionable Against 49ers

The Detroit Lions ruled two players out and one questionable for Monday's game against the San Francisco 49ers. Running back David Montgomery and wide receiver Kalif Raymond were both ruled out, while linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin is questionable.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 19, 2024

Lions Designating LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin To Return From IR

According to Justin Rogers, the Lions are designating LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin to return from injured reserve. This opens a 21-day window for Reeves-Maybin to return to practice and get activated to the 53-man roster or he will revert to injured reserve for the rest of the season.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / March 8, 2024

Lions LB elected as next NFLPA president

The linebacker will succeed former center JC Tretter in the role.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 29, 2024

Jalen Reeves-Maybin Detroit Lions Contract Details Revealed

Jalen Reeves-Maybin is an example of the Detroit Lions philosophy of rewarding players who make significant contributions to their roster. With increased

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / February 26, 2024