The Facts: After playing seven seasons, Barber has decided to retire from the NFL. "I want to thank everyone who gave me the opportunity to play, and I'm very thankful to have had the chance to suit up for two of the NFL's most storied organizations," Barber said.
Diehards Line:Barber spent the first six years of his career with the Cowboys before signing with the Bears prior to the 2011 season.
Barber, who will turn 29 in June, entered the league with the Cowboys in 2005 as a fourth-round pick. He appeared in 99 games with 42 starts, rushing for 4,780 yards and 53 touchdowns on 1,156 carries while also catching 179 passes for 1,330 yards and 6 TDs. ... The Bears signed Michael Bush to serve as Matt Forte's primary backup on Thursday.