Bears Potential Cuts and Buccaneers Linebacker Needs

Chicago Bears Potential Cuts

The Chicago Bears are facing difficult decisions as they navigate the offseason. Several key players could be released to free up cap space. Matt Okada of NFL.com has identified Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards, and Jaylon Johnson as potential cut candidates.

Tremaine Edmunds: Edmunds has been a consistent performer, recording 100+ tackles in every season of his career. However, his $17.4 million cap hit makes him a potential cap casualty. Releasing Edmunds would save the Bears $15 million.

T.J. Edwards: While Edwards has been a productive player for the Bears, his future is uncertain due to a combination of salary cap constraints and injury issues. A Bears insider suggests that Edwards will likely be gone after the 2026 season.

Jaylon Johnson: Johnson's high cap hit of $24.5 million in 2026 makes him a surprising cut candidate. While he has been a solid player, a severe groin injury hampered his performance in 2025. Releasing him after June 1 would save the Bears $15.5 million.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linebacker Needs

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in the market for a linebacker, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Lavonte David's future. If Tremaine Edmunds becomes available, the Bucs should consider him as a potential target. Edmunds has a proven track record and could provide a significant boost to the Buccaneers' defense.

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Who This Affects Most

To save $15 million against the cap.

He is under contract through 2027, but his future is uncertain due to injuries and cap considerations.

$15.5 million if designated as a post-June 1 release.

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