Insider Intel: Bears Weigh Cutting Tremaine Edmunds As Cap Pressure Mounts

The Chicago Bears did great work getting out of the basement in 2025 and becoming relevant again. However, the hardest part is still to come. How do they stay competitive in 2026 in the NFL’s toughest division? It starts with sorting out the salary cap. They’re currently projected in the red ahead of the upcoming offseason. GM Ryan Poles must work to free up enough space both to get under the cap and also find money to spend. One of the biggest decisions is determining the fate of linebacker Tremaine Edmunds.