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Jedrick Wills Cut by Bears After Short Comeback Bid

The release leaves Wills a free agent and underscores how injury history and roster cutdowns push teams toward available linemen.

Overview

  • The Chicago Bears released Jedrick Wills on Sunday during the NFL 53-man roster cutdown, ending his March one-year comeback deal.
  • Wills missed the 2025 season and was limited by knee problems that reduced him to 13 appearances over his final two Browns seasons before he signed with Chicago.
  • He struggled to win the Bears’ left-tackle job in camp and surrendered a preseason sack to Julian Okwara while Ozzy Trapilo’s return further crowded the position.
  • Chicago has expressed interest in keeping Wills on its practice squad, but he first must clear waivers and remains free to sign with any team.
  • Cleveland has moved on at left tackle, installing rookie Spencer Fano as its starter after overhauling the offensive line, which underscores why teams prioritized younger, healthy options in roster decisions.