Marcus Davenport announces retirement after release from Bears

Veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport confirmed his retirement on Monday, according to NFL Network. Davenport, 30, played in one game for the Chicago Bears this season, recording one tackle in 12 defensive snaps during Sunday’s 23–12 home win over the New York Jets. A nine-year NFL player and first-round pick (No. 14 overall) of the Saints in 2018, Davenport appeared in 63 games over his first five seasons in New Orleans, tallying 21.5 sacks. His production tapered in recent years due to injuries and effectiveness issues. Over the past four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings (2023), Detroit Lions (2024–25) and Bears, he appeared in 15 games, including 11 starts. Career totals include 25 sacks, 166 tackles, seven forced fumbles and 71 quarterback hits.