Decker's Release: Browns & Bears Seek Left Tackle

0:00It's March 22, I'm Corey with the story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. The Cleveland Browns and Chicago Bears both need help at left tackle heading into the offseason. Both teams rebuild parts of their offensive lines after losing key starters, but that position remains a weak spot. Analysts point to free agent Taylor Decker from the Detroit Lions as a strong fit for either squad. The Browns lost all five starters from last year, and filled most spots well, yet they cannot count on young Garwon Jones. He struggled badly in limited action, with low grades in pass and run blocking, plus several penalties. Over in Chicago, the Bears face uncertainty after an injury to one option in the playoffs. They plan a competition between Brexton Jones, Theobinidae, and Jeter Guils, but none have impressed much so far in their careers. Decker just got released by the Lions after a contract dispute where they wanted him to take a pay cut from his $60 million deal.

1:01He played hurt last season, but still posted solid numbers, allowing just two sacks in earning better grades than the current options in Cleveland. Or Chicago, experts see the Bears as the front runner to land him, thanks to their new head coach's ties to Decker's old staff and a stronger roster overall. As free agency heats up, these moves could shore up their lines for a tougher run game.