Bears release veterans Antrel Rolle, Matt Slauson

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CHICAGO — The Bears have released veteran safety Antrel Rolle and veteran offensive guard Matt Slauson.

“We thank Matt and Antrel for the dedication and leadership they brought to our organization,” Bears general manager Ryan Pace said. “Both men did everything we asked of them. Part of growing as a team is making difficult decisions like the ones we made today. We never take them lightly given the respect we have for everyone who has put on a Bears uniform. We wish each of them the very best as they move forward.”

Rolle, 33, played in just seven games last season because of ankle and knee injuries. Chicago placed him on injured reserve in December, after the safety suffered a serious knee injury on the practice field.

Rolle, who lasted only one season in Chicago, signed a three-year contract last offseason, but he collected all the guaranteed money ($4.9 million) in the first year of the deal. The Bears clear …

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