Chicago Bears Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman has made the stunning decision to retire from the NFL, per @AdamSchefter.
The move comes as a major shock to the organization and the league following a standout campaign for the veteran lineman. Dalman signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Chicago Bears last offseason and immediately proved his value on the field. He earned Pro Bowl honors while starting all 17 games and playing every one of the team's 1,154 offensive snaps during the season.
At this time, the specific reasoning behind Dalman's decision to step away from the game has not been disclosed. His departure leaves a significant void on the Bears offensive line, where he had established himself as a durable and elite anchor for the unit. The team will now have to look for a replacement for a player who was expected to be a cornerstone of their offense for the next two seasons.
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