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From Biggs at the Suntimes

 

The Bears informed at least the majority of players that will be let go of their fate on Friday. Linebacker Marcus Freeman, the fifth-round pick from Ohio State, was the only casualty from the '09 draft class with guard Lance Louis, a seventh rounder, expected to stick after veteran Dan Buenning is cut. Wide receiver Brandon Rideau was informed he will be cut for the third straight year and is out of practice squad eligibility as Devin Armoashodu and Rashied Davis made the team.

 

Three days after signing veteran cornerback Rod Hood, the Bears told him he will be leaving but they are loading up at defensive back with durability concerns at corner and an eye toward stocking special teams. Cornerbacks Trumaine McBride and D.J. Moore are expected to make the team. Let go will be Rudy Burgess, Dahna Deleston, Marcus Hamilton and Woodny Turenne. The Bears are expected to keep 10 defensive linemen with tackle Matt Toeaina sticking around following consecutive strong preseason games. Ends Ervin Baldwin and Joe Clermond are expected to be released. Veterans Hunter Hillenmeyer, Jamar Williams and Nick Roach will be reserves at linebacker as Darrell McClover, Kevin Malast and Mike Rivera were informed they're leaving.

 

Back on offense, fullbacks Jason Davis and Will Ta'ufo'ou will be released with Ta'ufo'ou a good bet for the practice squad. Offensive linemen Cody Balogh, Johan Asiata and Donovan Raiola will also be purged. All three are practice squad candidates. Wide receiver Eric Peterman will be let go and quarterback Brett Basanez is also expected to be waived. With demand high for blocking tight ends, a source close to Michael Gaines said the team could be trying to trade him. We'll know soon.