The Chicago Bears have released a 6-foot-3, 268-pound pass rusher to create roster space for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, according to a report from Heavy.com. General manager Ryan Poles oversaw the transaction as the team adjusts its defensive front.
The move comes as the Bears prepare for the 2026 season. Simmons, a former first-round pick, joins Chicago after previous stints with the Tennessee Titans and New York Giants. The identity of the released pass rusher was not immediately disclosed.
Poles was photographed at Huntington Bank Field on October 18, 2026, ahead of the Bears' game against the Atlanta Falcons. The roster adjustment reflects the organization's ongoing efforts to reshape its defensive line under the current management.
