Drew Dalman retires at 27 after Pro Bowl season
TL;DR
27-year-old Bears center Drew Dalman, a 2025 Pro Bowler, abruptly retires after five NFL seasons on a $43 million deal, citing long-term toll of football despite no current health issues; his decision echoes Andrew Luck's retirement and leaves the Bears seeking a replacement such as Tyler Biadasz, Connor McGovern, or Tyler Linderbaum while maintaining a strong offensive line.
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