# Chicago Bears roster and salary cap adjustments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chicago-bears-roster-and-salary-cap-adjustments > Updated: 2026-09-05T22:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Chicago Bears have undergone significant roster and financial adjustments as they prepare for the season. Initial moves focused on meeting the 53-man roster limit, resulting in the release of several players. Notable departures included linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II, who was waived with an injury designation, and undrafted free agent offensive lineman Caden Barnett. Other released players included Jedrick Wills, JP Richardson, Scotty Miller, Terell Smith, and Anthony Johnson. Subsequent changes involved both personnel and salary cap management. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen indicated that veteran defensive tackle Kentavius Street would likely replace Gervon Dexter in the starting lineup due to his training camp productivity. To manage finances, the team restructured contracts for Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo, and T.J. Edwards, clearing approximately $17 million in salary cap space for the 2026 season. Despite these efforts, the team remains over the current salary cap. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-05: Chicago Bears implement roster changes and salary cap restructures The Chicago Bears are adjusting their roster with Kentavius Street poised for a starting role and have restructured several contracts to clear $17 million in 2026 salary cap space. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bears-implement-roster-changes-and-salary-cap-restructures ### 2026-08-30: Chicago Bears release several players during 53-man roster cuts The Chicago Bears have released several players during their 53-man roster cuts, including linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II and highly-paid undrafted free agent offensive lineman Caden Barnett. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bears-release-several-players-during-53-man-roster-cuts --- Cite as: Chicago Bears roster and salary cap adjustments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/chicago-bears-roster-and-salary-cap-adjustments