Overview
- Dalman informed the team Tuesday he is retiring after five NFL seasons, stepping away one year into a three-year, $42 million deal.
- He started every snap in 2025, earned a Pro Bowl nod and allowed just one sack, anchoring a line central to Chicago’s turnaround.
- NFL Network reports the Bears are hosting veteran center Tyler Biadasz, who was released by Washington and is eligible to sign now.
- Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reports Chicago has explored interest in three-time Pro Bowler Tyler Linderbaum as a top-market option.
- Local cap analyses say the retirement offers near-term relief—voiding most 2026 guarantees while leaving prorated bonuses—and the team still must address center and replace injured left tackle Ozzy Trapilo through free agency and the draft.