Today’s minor NFL transactions:
Chicago Bears
- Promoted: S A.J. Thomas
Green Bay Packers
- Signed to active roster: S Innis Gaines
Free Agents
- Retired: RB/FB Elijhaa Penny
Penny announced his retirement on Twitter. The former undrafted free agent started his career with the Cardinals before spending four seasons with the Giants. He got 83 carries during his five years in the NFL, collecting 302 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He also added 25 receptions for 147 yards and one score. He was most known for his special teams ability, with Penny having appeared in at least 50 percent of his team’s ST snaps in four of his five seasons.