Bear signing Kevin Byard: Former All-Pro safety to get two-year deal worth reported $15 million

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One of the top available safeties is off the market. Kevin Byard, a two-time All-Pro during his time with the Tennessee Titans, will sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Bears, as reported by CBS Sports HQ senior NFL insider Josina Anderson. The contract is worth up to $15 million, according to NFL Media. 

Byard was released by the Philadelphia Eagles on March 1, just months after Philadelphia had acquired him via a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. The move was a cost-cutting one for the Eagles, as Philadelphia created an additional $13 million in cap space by releasing him. 

Chicago is getting a talented player in Byard, whose career bona fides include two All-Pro selections, 28 career interceptions, 33 passes defensed and 749 tackles. In 2017, he led the NFL with eight interceptions during what was his first All-Pro season. 

Byard’s addition helps replace fellow former All-Pro Eddie Jackson, who…

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Author : Bryan DeArdo

Publish date : 2024-03-10 19:43:19

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