The Chicago Bears are releasing defensive end Jamree Kromah to make room for their blockbuster trade for Jeffery Simmons, according to Jordan Schultz.

“Sources: The Bears are releasing DE Jamree Kromah. The 26-year-old was a preseason star and one of Chicago’s highest-graded defenders in each of the last two weeks. However, the Bears needed the roster spot after trading for Jeffery Simmons,” Schultz reported.

Kromah is in his first NFL season after playing college football at James Madison. Although he has recorded just two solo tackles during the regular season, he impressed Chicago’s coaching staff during the preseason and earned a spot on the roster.

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