I shot my first spring bear last week - measured over 5.5’ long. Just under 50lbs of meat once I had all the silver skin and other bits removed. Between 1-2 lb of blood shot was removed. I was surprised at the small amount of meat ca the fall bear I shot last year. Tastiest sausages I’ve had though.
I have to agree with alot of what guys are saying so far. The first bear I shot had major ground shrinkage guessing in that 4.5' range. But boyyyy did it taste good!