5 takeaways from Bears’ release of Prince Amukamara, Taylor Gabriel

The Bears parted ways with CB Prince Amukamara and WR Taylor Gabriel in order to free up some much-needed salary cap space this offseason.

3. The Bears have a need for a speedy receiver to replace Gabriel

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Like Amuakmara, Gabriel’s release from the Bears had to do with his salary cap hit of $4.5 million in 2020. But it also helps that Chicago has a slew of young talent at the receiver position, which made this an easier decision for Pace.

With Gabriel’s release, the Bears now have a need for a speedy receiver to add to that group. Chicago can certainly find a younger and cheaper option in free agency or the NFL Draft, which features several speedy receivers the Bears could target with one of their projected eight draft selections.

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