CHICAGO (AP) \u2014 Chicago Bears Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman is retiring after five seasons, a person with knowledge of the decision said Tuesday.<\/p>\n
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because he hasn\u2019t publicly announced his plans. ESPN first reported the decision.<\/p>\n
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