Chicago Bears release offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Chicago Bears release offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie
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The Chicago Bears are releasing offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie as the team continues to trim its roster. Selected in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Amegadjie struggled to secure a permanent role during his time in Chicago. He appeared in only one game on Monday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings before spending the remainder of his tenure battling injuries and failing to make active roster contributions. Amegadjie competed for a left tackle position during training camp against Braxton Jones, Theo Benedet, and Jedrick Wills, but the coaching staff ultimately moved on from the former Yale player. His departure follows the recent release of Jedrick Wills and reflects a continuing trend of the organization parting ways with several high-round draft picks before their initial contracts conclude. The team has been active in managing its depth chart as the regular season approaches.

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  • Kiran Amegadjie was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
  • He played in one game for the team during his rookie season.
  • The offensive tackle missed the entirety of the previous season due to injuries.
  • Jedrick Wills was also recently waived by the organization.
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  • 7:18 PMYahoo SportsBears are releasing another failed third-round pick
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The Chicago Bears once again have a failed third-round experiment as they're expected to part ways with Kiran Amegadjie.

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