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Chicago Bears release veteran safety Antrel Rolle

Veteran safety Antrel Rolle's stay in Chicago lasted just one season.

The Bears released Rolle on Sunday, a source informed of the Bears decision told NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport.

Rolle responded to the move on his Twitter page:

I appreciate the Chicago Bears and the organization for the opportunity. Blessed as always. Looking forward to what is next!

â Antrel Rolle (@antrelrolle26) May 1, 2016

Signed to a three-year, $11.25 million contract last March, Rolle started in just seven games in Vic Fangio's defense before an MCL sprain ended his season in November.