Bears' Dalman Retires at 27 After 5 NFL Seasons

The 27-year-old offensive lineman's decision comes as a massive surprise considering his age, lucrative contract, and on-field excellence. Dalman signed a three-year, $42 million deal with Chicago last March, a move that helped propel the team from worst to first in the NFC North.

Dalman left Stanford in 2021 and played four seasons in Atlanta before joining the Bears. His retirement leaves Chicago with a significant hole in their offensive line as they prepare to defend their division title.