Report: Chicago Bears to release former Georgia LB – what’s next for him?

Per a report, the Chicago Bears are releasing a former Georgia football LB.

There may not be any sports being played, but NFL free agency has provided some excitement during these difficult times.

Former Georgia Bulldog released:

Adam Schefter of ESPN is reporting that the Chicago Bears are releasing former Georgia linebacker Leonard Floyd.

Floyd, who played for Georgia from 2013-15, was the No. 9 overall pick by the Bears in the 2016 NFL Draft.

The tall and lanky 27 year old out of Eastman, Georgia has played for the Bears for all four years of his professional career.

During that time, he made the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2016, he’s racked up 153 total tackles and has recorded 18.5 sacks.

Floyd became an important member of one of the league’s best linebacker units that included fellow Bulldog Roquan Smith, superstar Khalil Mack and Kentucky Wildcat legend Danny Trevathan.

What’s next for Floyd?

Floyd is still young and in the prime of his career, so there should many suitors for the 3-4 linebacker.

His ability to get to the quarterback is there, and he’s displayed that many times during his young NFL career.

One team to keep an eye on is the Seattle Seahawks, who, whether or not keep Jadeveon Clowney, need some help on the outside getting to the quarterback.

Then there’s the Atlanta Falcons, a team that could really use some help at edge rusher. Many outlets see Clowney as a good fit with the Falcons, but if that does not happen, Floyd would be a good choice as well.

And one final team to keep an eye on is the Carolina Panthers. The Panthers will be looking to add a pass rusher in free agency after finishing just 27th in the league in sacks in 2019.