Possible reasons for the restructuring include creating room for additional offseason moves or preparing for Logan Jones, the second-round rookie who could challenge for the starting center job in 2026. If Jones wins the job, Bradbury’s incentives would be harder to earn, so guaranteeing more of his compensation helps keep him satisfied while preserving flexibility for the team.
Key highlights:
– Bradbury’s 2026 cap hit reduced from $5.7M to $4.7M through incentive-to-guarantee conversion.
– The Bears acquired Bradbury from the Patriots in March following Drew Dalman’s retirement, with a 2027 fifth-round pick cited in the deal.
– The cap space impact positions the Bears to pursue additional free-agent or strategic moves before the 2026 season.
