Bears' Dalman Retires at 27 After 5 NFL Seasons

The 27-year-old offensive lineman's retirement comes as a surprise given his young age, lucrative contract, and on-field excellence. Dalman signed a three-year, $42 million deal with Chicago last March, a move that helped propel the team from worst to first in the NFC North.

After leaving Stanford in 2021, Dalman spent four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons before joining the Bears. His abrupt decision to retire at the peak of his career has stunned the NFL community.