It's the sad side of sports. Aging veteran who has given his all is overpriced and can't be afforded by his team and is forced out. I don't blame Chicago. Urlacher is older and slower and has had his fair share of injuries.
What I don't like is that the Pears should have just told him outright that he wasn't coming back. Urlacher thinks he can still play and wanted a 2 year deal and gave a higher number knowing that it could be negotiated down. The Pears countered with a 1 year offer for not much money. It was an insult. That leaves a bitter taste in his mouth. Just be transparent and say that it's best to just part ways.
Anyway, will be interesting to see where he lands and it will be strange to see him wear a different uniform. My guess is that he won't be that good transitioning to a new team and defense and will look like a shell of himself. He was Lovie's guy and it will be hard on him to move on. He'll have some moments but his heart is in Chicago so not sure what a team that signs him will get.
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