Analyzing the Bears' 2023 Financial Situation: A Look at Dead Cap Following Roster Trimming

The Chicago Bears recently finalized their 53-man roster for the 2023 NFL season, making several challenging decisions that resulted in releasing notable players like quarterback P.J. Walker and offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood. These cuts contributed to the team's dead money situation.

Data from Over The Cap indicates that the Bears are carrying $30.31 million in dead money for the 2023 season, placing them 22nd among NFL teams. For comparison, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Rams lead the league with $76.76 million and $74.97 million in dead money, respectively.

Here's a breakdown of four key players contributing to the Bears' dead money total:

1. EDGE Robert Quinn - Dead money for 2023: $13.23 million - Current Status: Free Agent

2. OL Alex Leatherwood - Dead money for 2023: $4.59 million - Current Status: Cleveland Browns

3. LB Danny Trevathan - Dead money for 2023: $3.77 million - Current Status: Free Agent

4. DL Mario Edwards Jr. - Dead money for 2023: $2.17 million - Current Status: Seattle Seahawks

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