INDIANAPOLIS -- After finalizing his coaching staff, the first line of business for Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and his coordinators was discussing the traits and characteristics they need from players who would best adapt to the staff's recent overhaul.
A significant portion of those players are already on the roster, but after reviewing those who wouldn't fit Johnson's idea for the offense and defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's vision, the team began making cuts ahead of this week's combine.
The release of veteran defensive end DeMarcus Walker saved the Bears $5.25 million against the salary cap and created an opening for a starting pass rusher.