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sports1 year ago

Raiders Add Veteran Guard Cody Whitehair to Roster

Cody Whitehair, a former Pro Bowl guard, has agreed to a one-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, reuniting with his former offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. The 31-year-old veteran, who has primarily played at center and left guard, is expected to fill the opening at right guard for the Raiders. His familiarity with Getsy's system and wealth of experience is seen as a valuable addition to the team's offensive line, which already features returning starters Kolton Miller, Dylan Parham, and Andre James.

via ESPN|
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sports1 year ago

Las Vegas Raiders Secure Offensive Lineman Cody Whitehair

The Las Vegas Raiders are set to sign offensive lineman Cody Whitehair to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million, with $1.4 million guaranteed and a max value of $3 million. The deal is pending Whitehair’s physical. The 31-year-old, who spent his first eight seasons with the Chicago Bears, has familiarity with the Raiders' new offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, having played under him for the last two seasons. Whitehair has appeared in 124 games with 118 starts and is expected to bolster the Raiders' offensive line.

via NBC Sports|
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sports1 year ago

"Raiders Secure Veteran Guard Cody Whitehair for Offensive Line"

The Las Vegas Raiders have ended a four-week drought of not adding any outside unrestricted free agents by signing veteran guard Cody Whitehair to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million. Whitehair, who spent his entire career with the Chicago Bears, is expected to start at guard for the Raiders in 2024 and joins a list of outside free agents the team has added this offseason.

via Silver And Black Pride|
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sports1 year ago

"Chicago Bears Make Surprising Cuts: Impact on Team and Potential Signings"

The Chicago Bears have cut safety Eddie Jackson and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair, the last two starters from their 2018 NFC North division-championship team, leaving only four regulars from the last playoff team in 2020. The cuts have boosted the Bears' available salary cap space to $66 million, but the team has yet to announce a contract extension for cornerback Jaylon Johnson. Additionally, former Bears player Steve "Mongo" McMichael was rushed to the hospital just a week after being announced as a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2024 class.

via Bleacher Nation|
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sports1 year ago

"Bears Cut Pro Bowlers Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair in Surprise Move"

The Chicago Bears have released safety Eddie Jackson and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair, creating significant salary cap space. With these departures, the team will need to find replacements for both positions, particularly a starting safety and interior offensive lineman. The Bears have several draft picks and free agency options to consider as they look to fill these gaps and address other needs in the offseason.

via CHGO Sports|
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sports1 year ago

"Bears Cut Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair, Impact on Cap Space and Potential Reunions"

The Chicago Bears have released veteran players Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair, clearing almost $22 million in salary-cap space. Both players had been with the Bears for their entire careers and were entering the final year of their contracts. General manager Ryan Poles made the decision as part of a crucial offseason ahead of the NFL scouting combine and free agency. The moves leave the Bears in need of a new center/interior lineman and a safety.

via Chicago Tribune|
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sports1 year ago

"Bears Release Pro Bowlers Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair"

The Chicago Bears have cut safety Eddie Jackson and center/guard Cody Whitehair, both of whom were drafted by former general manager Ryan Pace and had significant contracts set to pay them in 2024. The team will pay about $10 million in dead-cap charges to the two players and free up approximately $21 million in cap space, giving them room to potentially franchise tag cornerback Jaylon Johnson and sign free agents. Jackson, who had a resurgence under coach Matt Eberflus, and Whitehair, who was benched last season, will now be looking for new opportunities in the NFL.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
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sports1 year ago

"Bears Cut Pro Bowlers Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair in Surprise Move"

The Chicago Bears have released veteran safety Eddie Jackson and guard Cody Whitehair, the team's longest-tenured players on their respective sides of the ball, in a move that saves the team an estimated $21.5 million against the 2024 salary cap. With these releases, the Bears no longer have any draft picks made before 2020 on the roster. Jackson, who started all 100 games he appeared in over seven seasons with Chicago, and Whitehair, who appeared in 124 games over eight seasons, were both drafted by the Bears' previous front office.

via ESPN|
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sports1 year ago

"Bears Release Veterans Eddie Jackson and Cody Whitehair"

The Chicago Bears released offensive lineman Cody Whitehair and safety Eddie Jackson, two of their longest-tenured players. Whitehair, a versatile player who started at both center and guard, was a 2016 second-round pick and made a Pro Bowl appearance in 2018. Jackson, a 2017 fourth-round pick, started 100 games in seven seasons with the Bears, earning Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. Both players were key contributors to the team before their release.

via ChicagoBears.com|
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sports2 years ago

"Bears' Offensive Line: A Preview of the Raiders Matchup"

The Chicago Bears are expected to have a new starting offensive line combination for their upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders. With right guard Nate Davis injured and center Cody Whitehair struggling with snaps, there will be shuffling along the interior. Lucas Patrick will be at center, Whitehair at left guard, and Teven Jenkins moving to right guard. This lineup may change before the game, but it raises questions about Whitehair's future with the team and the decision not to give a chance to promising second-year pro Ja'Tyre Carter.

via Chicago Bears Wire|
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sports2 years ago

"Chicago Bears: 10 Bold Predictions for 2023 Season"

The Chicago Bears' decision not to address the center position in the offseason has left them with Cody Whitehair and Lucas Patrick as the starting options, both of whom have question marks. However, the team also has longer-term options in Doug Kramer and Dieter Eiselen, although neither has proven themselves yet. Injuries could force one of the current starters to step up, potentially leading to a permanent change.

via Bear Goggles On|
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sports2 years ago

"Chicago Bears: Draft Prospects and Offseason Updates for 2024 Season"

The Chicago Bears may need to find a new center after the 2023 season, as Cody Whitehair turns 31 and the team has shown a preference for a younger roster. The 2024 NFL Draft could offer some intriguing options, including Sedrick Van Pran from Georgia, Zach Frazier from West Virginia, Bryce Foster from Texas A&M, Drake Nugent from Michigan, Jackson Powers-Johnson from Oregon, and Christian Haynes from UConn.

via Windy City Gridiron|
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sports2 years ago

Chicago Bears' Free Agency Moves and Rumors: A Roundup.

The Chicago Bears are considering moving Cody Whitehair back to center, a position he played earlier in his career and earned a Pro Bowl nod in 2018. The move would create competition among the team's interior linemen, including Lucas Patrick, who was signed in 2022 to play center but struggled with injuries. The Bears signed right guard Nate Davis in free agency, leading to questions about the future of Teven Jenkins, who played well at right tackle last season. The team is focused on putting together the best front five possible.

via NBC Sports|
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sports2 years ago

Chicago Bears' Offseason Moves: Offensive Line, Free Agents, and Trades.

The Chicago Bears are considering moving Cody Whitehair back to center and having newcomer Nate Davis play left guard as part of their offensive line remodel. The team is still figuring out the other three spots on the line, including potentially creating competition at left tackle. The Bears pursued Orlando Brown in free agency but he was not a fit due to scheme match.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
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