The Bears have to trim their roster down to 53 on Saturday. Players who are waived can be claimed/signed on Sunday, which is when all 32 NFL teams will finalize their practice squad.
As cuts trickle in, CSNChicago.com is tracking each move.
Saturday's cuts:
Marc Mariani (WR)
-Mariani's spot on the Bears didn't appear to be in jeopardy so his release comes as a shock. The Bears must feel confident that slot receiver Eddie Royal is healthy.
Jacquizz Rodgers (RB)
Rob Housler (TE)
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John Timu (ILB)
David Fales (QB)
Ben Braunecker (TE)
Daniel Braverman (WR)
-The 2016 seventh-round draft selection never lived up to the training camp hype and was waived by the Bears, according to ProFootballTalk. Braverman caught just six passes for 40 yards in four preseason games. The Bears are expected to have interest in retaining Braverman for their practice squad.
Tony Moeaki (TE)
-Moeaki's release comes as a bit of a surprise as he was projected to be the Bears' backup tight end this season.
DeVante Bausby (CB)
- Bausby stood out at times throughout the preseason, but got caught in a numbers game at the position.
Patrick Scales (LS)
-The veteran long snapper lost out on the starting role to Aaron Brewer.
Jason Weaver (OL)
-Weaver flashed in preseason and could be a candidate to land on the Bears' practice squad.
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Friday's cuts:
Terry Williams (DT)
Garry Williams (OL)
Shelley Smith (OG)
Kevin Peterson (CB)
Danny Mason (LB)
Khaled Holmes (C)
B.J. Daniels (WR)