The Bears have been busy with a flurry of moves as they try to sharpen their roster — and make prudent salary cap decisions. They can start agreeing to deals with free agents Monday, though players can’t officially sign their contracts until the start of the league year Wednesday.Here’s a look at who the Bears have gained and lost: March 16Former Bears defensive tackle Andrew Billings has agreed to a one-year deal with the Cardinals. Billings spent the last three years with the Bears but was unlikely to return, especailly after the team signed two defensive tackles in the first few days of free agency last week.March 14Former Bears returner Devin Duvernay is heading to the Cardinals on a one-year deal, per Jordan Schultz of Schultz Report. Duvernay’s departure seemed likely after the Bears signed Kalif Raymond last week.March 13Cornerback and special teamer Jaylon Jones is returning on a one-year deal, sources confirmed to the Sun-Times.Safety Jonathan Owens agreed to sign a one-year contract to join the Colts, a source confirmed Friday. Owens, a backup and special teamer, is married to gymnast Simone Biles.March 12Former Bears safety Jaquan Brisker agreed to a one-year deal to play for his hometown Steelers.Safety-turned-cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who played well over 10 games after joining the Bears midseason, is signing with the Bills.Former Bears tight end Durham Smythe signed a one-year deal to rejoin former offensive coordinator Declan Doyle in Baltimore.Guard Jordan McFadden, who started in the Bears’ playoff loss to the Rams, is returning…
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