Overview
- Raymond signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Bears that includes incentives after weighing interest from the Seahawks and 49ers.
- He said he chose Chicago to play in Ben Johnson’s offense, which he called creative and well suited to getting him the ball.
- Detroit pushed to keep him with a commensurate offer, but the Lions’ move toward bigger receivers had already cut his offensive role.
- Ben Johnson said Raymond will lead a young receivers room and is capable of a larger role than he held with the Lions last season.
- Chicago also gains a proven returner, as Raymond holds Detroit’s career record for punt return yards and is respected for his work habits.