Adams, Omiyale math / TE options / Pompei's mailbag

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March 2, 2012

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Bears clear space by releasing Adams, Omiyale Exit of veteran linemen provides extra $3.15 million in salary-cap room. The math on Adams, Omiyale releases By releasing veterans Anthony Adams and Frank Omiyale the Bears freed up additional salary-cap space that pushes the team closer to $30 million in room. Free agency an option if Bears seek TE upgrade It’s unlikely the Bears will find a replacement for tight end Greg Olsen in the middle of April's NFL draft, but free agency could be an option if the team wants to upgrade at the position. Pompei: Bears need help at TE, but draft pickings slim Bricklayers no longer need apply for the job of Bears tight end. Eagles put franchise tag on WR DeSean Jackson With Monday's deadline for using the franchise tag fast approaching, the Philadelphia Eagles moved quickly Thursday, announcing they have placed the tag on wide receiver DeSean Jackson. Bears RB Bell working out with Broncos QB Tebow Kahlil Bell huddled with the enemy Wednesday. Reader Q&A: Dan Pompei's Bears mailbag The Tribune's Bears columnist fields questions on wide receivers, the draft vs. free agency and more in his weekly mailbag. Prices increasing for Bears season ticket holders Phillips points out club didn't plan to be frugal in 2011, but money earmarked for Forte deal wasn't used . NFL to open on a Wednesday to avoid Obama conflict The NFL will open the 2012 regular season Wednesday, Sept. 5, a day earlier than previously scheduled. Defensive linemen impress at NFL combine 4 DEs could be in play when the Bears select 19th.

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