"Some big news on Friday afternoon regarding the Chicago Bears. According to NFL insider, Ian Rapoport, the Bears and general manager Ryan pace have made a big roster move. Rapoport reports that the team has released tight end Trey Burton. It was hoped that Burton might be able to find some magic with his former teammate Nick Foles coming in, but the two former Philadelphia Eagles won't be able to reunite. Burton was signed by Pace for big money however has been bothered by injury problems. The Bears signed veteran Jimmy Graham during free agency who will likely see the majority of snaps.
Source: The #Bears are releasing TE Trey Burton. Another accomplished veteran on the market. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 17, 2020