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  • Chicago Bears edge rushers Robert Quinn (94) and Khalil Mack...

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    Chicago Bears edge rushers Robert Quinn (94) and Khalil Mack (52) apply pressure on Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tries to edge...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tries to edge around New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk (71) at Soldier Field on Nov. 1, 2020.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) makes his way onto...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) makes his way onto in the field before the start of a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Offensive lineman Dieter Eiselen (60) works out during Bears rookie...

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    Offensive lineman Dieter Eiselen (60) works out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before facing the Lions...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before facing the Lions on Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, front, warms up with his teammates...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, front, warms up with his teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen reaches for an errant pass...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen reaches for an errant pass in the second quarter against the Vikings on Sept. 29, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) talks with cornerback...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) talks with cornerback Kindle Vildor (22) in the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. on Sept. 12, 2021.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen finds a hole against the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen finds a hole against the Lions in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2020, in Detroit.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson reacts after missing a pass...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson reacts after missing a pass in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace speaks during a news conference announcing the firing...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace speaks during a news conference announcing the firing of coach John Fox on Monday, Jan. 1, 2018, at Halas Hall.

  • Ryan Pace walks on the field before a game against...

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    Ryan Pace walks on the field before a game against the San Diego Chargers.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, hands off to running back...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, hands off to running back Khalil Herbert during drills on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) stretches during training...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) stretches during training camp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Aug. 10, 2021.

  • Rams quarterback Jared Goff loses the ball as Bears outside...

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    Rams quarterback Jared Goff loses the ball as Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack puts the pressure on in the third quarter Dec. 9, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears cornerback Thomas Graham Jr. works out during the first...

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    Bears cornerback Thomas Graham Jr. works out during the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media before...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media before introducing five new players at Halas Hall on Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson heads to the locker room...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson heads to the locker room after a win over the Giants on Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson gains big yards on a...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson gains big yards on a pass play in the third quarter against the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears General Manager Ryan Pace on the field before a...

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    Bears General Manager Ryan Pace on the field before a game against the Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on Oct. 9, 2016.

  • General manager Ryan Pace walks on the field before the...

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    General manager Ryan Pace walks on the field before the Bears play the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on Dec. 26, 2021.

  • Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) listens to coaches in...

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    Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) listens to coaches in on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scoops a fumble and runs...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scoops a fumble and runs it back for a touchdown against the Panthers in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen, center, visits Heartland Alliance's Rapid...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen, center, visits Heartland Alliance's Rapid Employment and Development Initiative on April 22, 2019, at St. Agatha Catholic Church in Chicago.

  • Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy and outside linebacker Khalil Mack...

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    Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy and outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) walk off the field after a victory over the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Oct. 3, 2021.

  • Free safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after the Bears...

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    Free safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after the Bears lost to the Eagles in an NFC wild-card round game at Soldier Field on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is chased out of...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is chased out of bounds by Bills defenders in the first quarter Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018 at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson after practice on May 29,...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson after practice on May 29, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Khalil Mack signs items for fans at training camp in...

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    Khalil Mack signs items for fans at training camp in Bourbonnais on July 30, 2019.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches with teammates on the...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches with teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 25,...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 25, 2020 at Halas Hall.

  • Penn State receiver Allen Robinson runs for a touchdown after catching...

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    Penn State receiver Allen Robinson runs for a touchdown after catching a pass during the first quarter against Navy at Beaver Stadium on Sept. 15, 2012, in State College, Pa.

  • Defensive backs Thomas Graham Jr. (27) and Deonte Ruffin (24)...

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    Defensive backs Thomas Graham Jr. (27) and Deonte Ruffin (24) work out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, stretches with his teammates on...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, stretches with his teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) carries the ball during...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) carries the ball during the first quarter against the Packers on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2017, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is tackled by Lions...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is tackled by Lions fullback Nick Bellore (43) during the second half at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert (24) carries the ball on...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert (24) carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins works out during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins works out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson heads to the locker room...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson heads to the locker room after a 21-9 playoff loss to the Saints on Jan. 10, 2021, in New Orleans.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace walks around the field before...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace walks around the field before a preseason game against the Chiefs on Aug. 27, 2016.

  • Following a catch, Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signals for...

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    Following a catch, Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signals for a first down in the first quarter against the Vikings on Sept. 29, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack strips the ball away from Packers...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack strips the ball away from Packers quarterback DeShone Kizer and recovers during the second quarter on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Chicago Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith in the first quarter...

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    Chicago Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith in the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field on Nov. 1, 2020.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson walks back to a huddle...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson walks back to a huddle after missing a pass near the end zone during the second half against the Lions on Nov. 10, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen tosses a football as running...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen tosses a football as running backs run drills at training camp on Aug. 6, 2019, in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace and chairman George McCaskey listen during a...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace and chairman George McCaskey listen during a news conference announcing the firing of coach John Fox on Monday, Jan. 1, 2018, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) scores a touchdown during...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Lions at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Falcons in the Bears' season opener at Solider Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • GM Ryan Pace speaks at a press conference on the...

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    GM Ryan Pace speaks at a press conference on the day the Bears arrive at training camp on July 27, 2016.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) walks onto the...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) walks onto the field at training camp in Bourbonnais on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019. (Jose M. Osorio/Chicago Tribune)

  • Bears coach Matt Nagy listens as General Manager Ryan Pace answers...

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    Bears coach Matt Nagy listens as General Manager Ryan Pace answers questions during a news conference at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

  • Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant tackles Bears running back Tarik Cohen...

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    Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant tackles Bears running back Tarik Cohen while he scores a touchdown during the second half of the Bears' season opener at Solider Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) leaps into the stands...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) leaps into the stands after an interception-for-touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018. The play was called back because of a penalty.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game against the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Dec. 23, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs up the field...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs up the field in the second quarter against the Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) in the third...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the first half on Sept. 5, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack stares at Packers offensive tackle Billy...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack stares at Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner during the fourth quarter Jan. 3, 2021, Soldier Field.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace talks with colleagues before a game against...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace talks with colleagues before a game against the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017, in Philadelphia.

  • Tarik Cohen looks for a opening as he runs in...

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    Tarik Cohen looks for a opening as he runs in the 3rd quarter against the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on Dec. 10, 2017.

  • Browns free safety Jabrill Peppers (22) tackles Bears running back...

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    Browns free safety Jabrill Peppers (22) tackles Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) during the first half on Dec. 24, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up before a game...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up before a game against the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Giants quarterback Daniel Jones in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Giants quarterback Daniel Jones in the fourth quarter Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) tries to break...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) tries to break away from the defense of Arizona Cardinals defensive back Jamar Taylor (28) in the second quarter at State Farm Stadium Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen scores a touchdown against the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen scores a touchdown against the Vikings in the first quarter on Sept. 29, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is congratulated after catching a...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is congratulated after catching a touchdown pass in the second quarter against the Packers on Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up for a game...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up for a game against the Giants on Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • New Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, without helmet, practices for the...

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    New Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, without helmet, practices for the first time with the team on Sept. 3, 2018, in the Walter Payton Center at Halas Hall.

  • Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (2) lines up a field...

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    Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (2) lines up a field goal in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohenmakes a catch during the second...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohenmakes a catch during the second quarter against the Seahawks at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs with the ball...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs with the ball away from Buccaneers linebacker Adarius Taylor (53) during the second half at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack puts his helmet on as...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack puts his helmet on as players warm up for a game against the Chargers on Oct. 27, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen carries the ball during the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen carries the ball during the second quarter against the Chargers on Oct. 27, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson after practice on May 22, 2019,...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson after practice on May 22, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Broncos coach Vic Fangio chats with Bears safety Eddie Jackson...

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    Broncos coach Vic Fangio chats with Bears safety Eddie Jackson on Sept. 15, 2019, in Denver.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace during training camp on Aug....

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace during training camp on Aug. 7, 2017 at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates with teammates after...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates with teammates after his interception during the first half against the Buccaneers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • New Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, right, practices for the first...

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    New Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, right, practices for the first time with the team on Sept. 3, 2018, in the Walter Payton Center at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs the ball...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs the ball during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018 in Phoenix, Ariz.

  • Injured Bears players Khalil Mack, left, and Allen Robinson walk...

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    Injured Bears players Khalil Mack, left, and Allen Robinson walk onto the field before the start of a game against the Jets at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson recovers a fumble and runs it...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson recovers a fumble and runs it back for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Panthers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen jumps over Packers cornerback Kevin...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen jumps over Packers cornerback Kevin King in the third quarter on Dec. 15, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen throws his gloves into the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen throws his gloves into the crowd as he walks off the field following his team's victory over the Vikings on Dec. 30, 2018, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) looks for a signal...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) looks for a signal from the sideline in the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

  • Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) works out during Bears rookie...

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    Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) works out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after a play...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after a play during the first half of their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Jaguars receiver Allen Robinson tries to elude Blidi Wreh-Wilson of...

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    Jaguars receiver Allen Robinson tries to elude Blidi Wreh-Wilson of the Titans during the second quarter of a game at LP Field on Oct. 12, 2014, in Nashville, Tenn.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the ball...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the ball from Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signals a first down after...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signals a first down after making a reception in the third quarter against the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scores a touchdown on an...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scores a touchdown on an interception return against the Vikings in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a touchdown catch in...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a touchdown catch in the second quarter against the Saints on Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with guests on the...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with guests on the sidelines during practice on the Bears Family Fest at Soldier Field.

  • Defensive players warm up during Bears rookie minicamp on May...

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    Defensive players warm up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after he stripped the ball...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after he stripped the ball away from Green Bay Packers quarterback DeShone Kizer, not pictured, and recovered the ball in the second quarter on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game against...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game against the Colts on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) and fellow wide receiver Dazz...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) and fellow wide receiver Dazz Newsome stretch on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears coach John Fox (right) sits with general manager Ryan...

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    Bears coach John Fox (right) sits with general manager Ryan Pace as they watch the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis.

  • Ryan Pace greets Adrian Amos following the second day of...

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    Ryan Pace greets Adrian Amos following the second day of Bears' mandatory minicamp Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson breaks up a pass intended for...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson breaks up a pass intended for Packers wide receiver Davante Adams in the second quarter Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace walks on the field before the...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace walks on the field before the start of the game against the Falcons at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept., 10, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen leaps on his way to...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen leaps on his way to a long punt return in the third quarter against the Raiders on Oct. 6, 2019, in London.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up for a game...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen warms up for a game against the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) on Tuesday, Aug. 7,...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, during training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson makes a leaping catch in front...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson makes a leaping catch in front of Colts cornerback Xavier Rhodes in the fourth quarter on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen plows across the goal line...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen plows across the goal line for a touchdown against the Vikings on Dec. 30, 2018, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

  • Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky, left, and receiver Allen Robinson celebrate...

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    Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky, left, and receiver Allen Robinson celebrate their team's win over the Rams on Dec. 9, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack runs onto the field before a...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack runs onto the field before a game against the Chiefs on Dec. 22, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen during training camp on Aug....

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen during training camp on Aug. 25, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with President and CEO...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with President and CEO Ted Phillips during practice on the Bears Family Fest at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears center Sam Mustipher warms up before a game...

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    Chicago Bears center Sam Mustipher warms up before a game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert (24) carries the ball after...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert (24) carries the ball after a handoff from quarterback Justin Fields (1) on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack chases after Lions quarterback Matthew...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack chases after Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up at training...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up at training camp in Bourbonnais on Aug. 6, 2019.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball against...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball against the Falcons in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

  • Offensive lineman Larry Borom (75) works out during Bears rookie...

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    Offensive lineman Larry Borom (75) works out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen, right, leaves training camp...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen, right, leaves training camp at Olivet Nazarene in Bourbonnais, Thursday July 25, 2019, with Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel. (Jose M. Osorio/Chicago Tribune)

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) rushes in the...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) rushes in the second quarter Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) dives for the end...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) dives for the end zone but was ruled out of bounds in the third quarter against the Rams at Soldier Field on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack gives an interview on the...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack gives an interview on the field after a 34-22 win over the Lions at Soldier Field on Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) encourages the crowd in...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) encourages the crowd in the second quarter against the Patriots at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • John Fox, right, and Ryan Pace talk before practice at...

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    John Fox, right, and Ryan Pace talk before practice at Family Fest at Soldier Field on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen laughs with teammates before a...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen laughs with teammates before a practice at Vernon Hills High School on Aug. 22, 2018, in Vernon Hills.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson works out before facing the...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson works out before facing the Eagles at Soldier Field in an NFC wild-card round game on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Bears head coach John Fox (left) and general manager Ryan...

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    Bears head coach John Fox (left) and general manager Ryan Pace answer questions during a press conference at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball at...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball at OTAs at Halas Hall on May 30, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in the third quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) breaks a tackle by...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) breaks a tackle by Vikings free safety Harrison Smith (22) during the fouth quarter against the Vikings on Dec. 31, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen breaks free on a punt...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen breaks free on a punt return in the fourth quarter against the Packers on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Ryan Pace's daughter Cardyn and his wife Stephanie sit with...

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    Ryan Pace's daughter Cardyn and his wife Stephanie sit with Bears President and CEO Ted Phillips and Chairman George H. McCaskey.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass in the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass in the fourth quarter against the Saints on Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga, right, participates on the first...

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    Bears defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga, right, participates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for Saints quarterback Drew Brees...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for Saints quarterback Drew Brees in the second quarter of a playoff game Jan. 10, 2021, in New Orleans.

  • Offensive lineman William Cervenka (62) works out with teammates during...

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    Offensive lineman William Cervenka (62) works out with teammates during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields takes a snap during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields takes a snap during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields warms up during Bears rookie minicamp on...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields warms up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media before...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media before introducing five new players at Halas Hall on Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Lake Forest.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson comes down with an interception in...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson comes down with an interception in front of Giants tight end Kaden Smith in the fourth quarter Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field. However, the play nullified as Jackson was called for pass interference.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for his helmet before a...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for his helmet before a game against the Packers on Jan. 3, 2021, Soldier Field.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack, center, celebrates with teammates after...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack, center, celebrates with teammates after recovering a fumble in the first quarter against the Texans on Dec. 13, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson, right, celebrates his touchdown with teammate...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson, right, celebrates his touchdown with teammate Taylor Gabriel during the first half against Buccaneers on Sept. 30, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes the ball against the Rams...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes the ball against the Rams in the first quarter on Dec. 9, 2018 at Soldier Field.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) walks off the field...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) walks off the field after suffering an injury in the fourth quarter against the Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, center, warms up before a game...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, center, warms up before a game against the Saints on Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after chasing down Vikings...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after chasing down Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, resulting in a sack by teammate Nick Williams in the fourth quarter on Sept. 29, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media following...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks to the media following minicamp at Halas Hall.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Vikings on Sept. 29, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackles Green Bay...

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    Chicago Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackles Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.

  • General Manager Ryan Pace chats on the field before the...

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    General Manager Ryan Pace chats on the field before the start of a preseason game against the Browns at Soldier Field on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack high-fives fans after the Bears' 48-10...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack high-fives fans after the Bears' 48-10 win over the Buccaneers on Sept. 30, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace during OTAs at Halas Hall...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace during OTAs at Halas Hall on June 2, 2021.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after sacking Buccaneers quarterback Tom...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after sacking Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in the fourth quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson high fives fans following his...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson high fives fans following his team's win over the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) returns a punt for...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) returns a punt for a touchdown against the 49ers in the second quarter Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at Soldier Field.

  • Vikings defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson (94) grabs the face mask...

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    Vikings defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson (94) grabs the face mask of Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) during the second half of their game at Soldier Field on Monday Oct. 9, 2017.

  • Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) tackles Bears wide receiver Allen...

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    Seahawks linebacker Austin Calitro (58) tackles Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) during the first half at Soldier Field on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • New Bears coach Matt Nagy stands with GM Ryan Pace after...

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    New Bears coach Matt Nagy stands with GM Ryan Pace after addressing members of the media during a press conference Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Pace chat...

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    Bears coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Pace chat before warm-ups before a preseason game against the Dolphins at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson reacts after missing a pass...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson reacts after missing a pass attempt in the first quarter against the Patriots at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception as...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception as Cardinals defensive back Jamar Taylor (28) defends in the third quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after he breaks...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after he breaks up a pass intended for Rams tight end Gerald Everett in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018. The Bears beat the Rams, 15-6.

  • Quarterback Kyle Sloter (15) throws a pass during Bears rookie...

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    Quarterback Kyle Sloter (15) throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson walks off the field following...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson walks off the field following a 34-30 loss to the Lions on Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the first quarter on Dec. 22, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Ryan Pace on the sidelines at Soldier Field.

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    Ryan Pace on the sidelines at Soldier Field.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after scooping a...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after scooping a fumble and running it back for a touchdown against the Panthers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack chases Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack chases Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers in the fourth quarter on Oct. 27, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) steps back after taking a...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) steps back after taking a snap on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs in a touchdown during...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs in a touchdown during the first half against the Jets at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs after a reception during...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs after a reception during minicamp at Halas Hall on June 16, 2021.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack speaks on June 11, 2019,...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack speaks on June 11, 2019, during minicamp at Halas Hall.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace during an OTA practice at...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace during an OTA practice at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Tuesday, May 30, 2017.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up during training camp...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up during training camp on Aug. 20, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace arrives before his team faces...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace arrives before his team faces the Giants at Soldier Field on Jan. 2, 2022.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before a game...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before a game against the Packers on Dec. 15, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Ryan Pace takes questions during a press conference.

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    Ryan Pace takes questions during a press conference.

  • Coach Matt Nagy and general manager Ryan Pace speak as...

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    Coach Matt Nagy and general manager Ryan Pace speak as the Bears report to training camp Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) scores a touchdown against...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) scores a touchdown against Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore (24) in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 at Soldier Field.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace and coach John Fox address the...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace and coach John Fox address the media as players and coaches report to training camp in Bourbonnais.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) takes a moment...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) takes a moment to himself after a 34-14 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 12, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up with other...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up with other players during Bears minicamp at Halas Hall on June 12, 2019.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a reception against  Buccaneers...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a reception against  Buccaneers inside linebacker Kendell Beckwith in the first quarter Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Tampa, Fla.

  • Bears head coach John Fox (left) and general manager Ryan...

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    Bears head coach John Fox (left) and general manager Ryan Pace answer questions during a press conference at Halas Hall.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack chases Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack chases Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in the first quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • New Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack speaks during a news conference Sunday, Sept. 2,...

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    New Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack speaks during a news conference Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, left, and GM Ryan Pace talk...

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    Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, left, and GM Ryan Pace talk before the start of a game against the Saints, at the Mercedes Benz Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017.

  • Ryan Pace stands on the field before a game against...

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    Ryan Pace stands on the field before a game against the San Diego Chargers.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace before the Monday Night Football game...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace before the Monday Night Football game against the Eagles at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2016.

  • Chicago Bears offensive guard Germain Ifedi (74) and teammates warm...

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    Chicago Bears offensive guard Germain Ifedi (74) and teammates warm up at Soldier Field on Nov. 16, 2020.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws a pass during Bears rookie...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin tackles Bears receiver Allen Robinson in...

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    Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin tackles Bears receiver Allen Robinson in the first half at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is congratulated after scoring...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is congratulated after scoring a touchdown against the 49ers in the second quarter Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson stands on the field during...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson stands on the field during warmups for the Hall of Fame Game against the Ravens at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 2, 2018.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases after Cleveland...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases after Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26 2021, in Cleveland.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tries to find a way around...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tries to find a way around Lions offensive tackle Matt Nelson in the second quarter Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) is tended to by...

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    Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) is tended to by medical staff during the first half of a game Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, in Houston.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) celebrates a victory...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) celebrates a victory over the Raiders with fans on Oct. 10, 2021, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace heads to the locker room...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace heads to the locker room before a game against the Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with the media during...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks with the media during a press conference at Halas Hall.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs out of bounds after...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs out of bounds after a catch as Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye covers in the first quarter at Ford Field in Detroit on Sept. 13, 2020.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson kneels during warmups before the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson kneels during warmups before the start of the game against the Packers at Lambeau Field on Sept. 9, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs after a catch...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs after a catch for a large gain as Giants defenders look on in the fourth quarter aat MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) scores a touchdown against...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) scores a touchdown against the Lions during the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. On the right is Lions defensive back DeShawn Shead (26).

  • Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson celebrates after breaking up a...

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    Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson celebrates after breaking up a play against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after scoring a...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) celebrates after scoring a touchdown off an interception in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signs autographs after a 14-9...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signs autographs after a 14-9 win over the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Dec. 23, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome (83) warms up with his...

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    Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome (83) warms up with his teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs on his way...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs on his way to a touchdown against the Lions during the second half at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen practices on May 22, 2019,...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after a win...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after a win over the Giants on Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace walks off the field after his...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace walks off the field after his team's loss to the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sunday Nov. 26, 2017.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, stretches on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, left, stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) congratulates teammate Prince Amukamara...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) congratulates teammate Prince Amukamara (20) on an interception-for-touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates his touchdown during the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates his touchdown during the first quarter against the Lions game on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sits on the bench during the...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sits on the bench during the second half against the Packers on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen tiptoes into the end zone...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen tiptoes into the end zone for a touchdown as Rams inside linebacker Cory Littleton gives chase in the third quarter on Nov. 17, 2019, in Los Angeles.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) rushes Dolphins quarterback Brock...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) rushes Dolphins quarterback Brock Osweiler (8) in the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scores a touchdown on an...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson scores a touchdown on an interception return against the Vikings in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs to the locker room...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs to the locker room at halftime on Aug. 30, 2018, during a preseason game at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) throws up his hands...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) throws up his hands as Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky (10) scores a touchdown during the third quarter on Dec. 24, 2017.

  • Receiver Allen Robinson (12) sets up the first Bears' touchdown...

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    Receiver Allen Robinson (12) sets up the first Bears' touchdown with this run against the Lions during the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Ryan Pace addresses the media.

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    Ryan Pace addresses the media.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson partakes in minicamp Tuesday, June...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson partakes in minicamp Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the...

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    Bears running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs for fans before...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs for fans before facing the Redskins on Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson tackles Cowboys running back Ezekiel...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson tackles Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott during the second quarter on Dec. 5, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after forcing Tampa...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after forcing Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) to fumble during the first half of their game at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen throws a ball on the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen throws a ball on the field during warm-ups before the Bears play the Kansas City Chiefs in the preseason at Soldier Field on Aug. 25, 2018

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a catch during the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a catch during the first quarter against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the fourth quarter on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) puts pressure on Vikings...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) puts pressure on Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson hauls in a touchdown against M.J....

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson hauls in a touchdown against M.J. Stewart of the Buccaneers on Sept. 30, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Packers on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) celebrates after sacking...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) celebrates after sacking Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Oct. 17, 2021.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the ball...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the ball from Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions.

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    Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions.

  • Bears rookie running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on...

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    Bears rookie running back Khalil Herbert carries the ball on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) is given the touchdown...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) is given the touchdown ball he scored in the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers celebrates beside dejected Bears linebacker Khalil...

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    Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers celebrates beside dejected Bears linebacker Khalil Mack after Rodgers threw a touchdown pass in the second quarter Jan. 3, 2021, Soldier Field.

  • Cleveland Browns cornerback Jason McCourty (30) tackles Chicago Bears running...

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    Cleveland Browns cornerback Jason McCourty (30) tackles Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) during the first half at Soldier Field Sunday Dec. 24, 2017, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before facing the Rams on...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before facing the Rams on Dec. 9, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a touchdown catch against...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a touchdown catch against Raiders cornerback Gareon Conley in the third quarter on Oct. 6, 2019, in London.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, left, looks up at the video...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, left, looks up at the video board in the fourth quarter against the Packers on Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson scores a touchdown in the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson scores a touchdown in the second half with Dolphins cornerback Torry McTyer on defense at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace, right, autographs for fans during...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace, right, autographs for fans during training camp in Bourbonnais on Saturday, July 29, 2017.

  • Injured Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson laughs on the sideline...

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    Injured Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson laughs on the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Bills at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack returns an interception in the second...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack returns an interception in the second quarter against the Vikings on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen laughs while talking to his...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen laughs while talking to his teammates before a game against the Eagles on Nov. 3, 2019, in Philadelphia.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs onto the field before...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson runs onto the field before the first half against the Rams on Nov. 17, 2019, in Los Angeles.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before a game...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before a game against the Vikings on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner keeps Bears linebacker Khalil Mack...

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    Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner keeps Bears linebacker Khalil Mack at bay in the third quarter Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Khalil Mack (52) runs drills during training camp on July...

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    Khalil Mack (52) runs drills during training camp on July 28, 2019.

  • Ryan Pace laughs with colleagues before a game between the...

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    Ryan Pace laughs with colleagues before a game between the Bears and Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, in Arlington, Texas.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace introduces John Fox to become the...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace introduces John Fox to become the team's 15th head coach in franchise history.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen eludes a tackle against the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen eludes a tackle against the Cowboys on Dec. 5, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson secures the ball on an onside...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson secures the ball on an onside kick late in the fourth quarter against the Packers on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs on the field on...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) reacts after he makes...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) reacts after he makes a catch in overtime against the Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen motions for a first down...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen motions for a first down after making a reception in the second quarter against the Eagles on Jan. 6, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack heads to the locker room after...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack heads to the locker room after a 24-20 win over the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch and...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch and is tackled by Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson (50) in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a ball off the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a ball off the helmet of Giants cornerback B.W. Webb (23) in the second quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen visits Heartland Alliance's Rapid Employment...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen visits Heartland Alliance's Rapid Employment and Development Initiative on April 22, 2019, at St. Agatha Catholic Church in Chicago.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace stands on the sideline before...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace stands on the sideline before a game against the Lions in Detroit at Ford Field on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Ryan Pace walks with his daughter Cardyn and his wife...

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    Ryan Pace walks with his daughter Cardyn and his wife Stephanie after a press conference.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack pressures Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack pressures Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2020, in Detroit.

  • New Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack holds up his jersey during a news conference Sunday,...

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    New Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack holds up his jersey during a news conference Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) catches a pass for a...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) catches a pass for a touchdown as Eagles free safety Avonte Maddox (29) defends in the fourth quarter of a wild-card round game at Soldier Field on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Sean Desai is the new Chicago Bears defensive coordinator.

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    Sean Desai is the new Chicago Bears defensive coordinator.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson and Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis argue...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson and Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis argue in the third quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga (95) and teammates warm up during...

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    Defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga (95) and teammates warm up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet scores a touchdown in...

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    Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson reacts after breaking up a pass...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson reacts after breaking up a pass intended for Broncos tight end Jeff Heuerman in the first quarter on Sept. 15, 2019, in Denver.

  • Chicago Bears running back's Jordan Howard (24), from left, Tarik...

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    Chicago Bears running back's Jordan Howard (24), from left, Tarik Cohen (29) and Benny Cunningham (30) talk on the bench during their game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Soldier Field on Aug. 25, 2018 in Chicago.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack heads to the locker room...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack heads to the locker room after his team's loss to the Eagles on Nov. 3, 2019, in Philadelphia.

  • Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions during...

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    Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions during a press conference.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after a 21-19...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson leaves the field after a 21-19 win over the Vikings on Dec. 29, 2019, in Minneapolis.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen reports to training camp wearing...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen reports to training camp wearing a Walter Payton jersey on July 25, 2019, in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions after the season...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions after the season ended.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates a touchdown catch in...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates a touchdown catch in the third quarter against the Raiders on Oct. 6, 2019, in London.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signals for a safety after...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signals for a safety after Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson was sacked in the end zone in the second quarter Dec. 13, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) returns a punt 12-yards...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) returns a punt 12-yards in the fourth quarter against the Vikings on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields stretches on the first day of...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Tarik Cohen returns a kick against the Packers in the...

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    Tarik Cohen returns a kick against the Packers in the first half of the Bears' Week 1 game on Sept. 9, 2018.

  • Bears offensive lineman Larry Borom (75) stretches with teammates on...

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    Bears offensive lineman Larry Borom (75) stretches with teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen talks with 11-year-old Keron, center,...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen talks with 11-year-old Keron, center, at the Bright Boys and Girls Club on Dec. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen signs autographs at Bears Fit...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen signs autographs at Bears Fit on Dec. 17, 2019, in Vernon Hills.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks off the field after a...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks off the field after a loss to the Raiders on Oct. 6, 2019, in London.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace, left, and new head coach John...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace, left, and new head coach John Fox arrive at O'Hare Airport.

  • Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins runs on the field on...

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    Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson returns a kick during the...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson returns a kick during the first half of an exhibition against the Broncos at Solider Field on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Quarterback Kyle Sloter (15) warms up with teammates during Bears...

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    Quarterback Kyle Sloter (15) warms up with teammates during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack rushes Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack rushes Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in the second quarter Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson stretches during training camp on...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson stretches during training camp on Aug. 20, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, left, greets running back Tarik Cohen...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack, left, greets running back Tarik Cohen at training camp in Bourbonnais on July 25, 2019.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack walks to the locker room...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack walks to the locker room after a loss to the Raiders on Oct. 6, 2019, in London.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson defends as Eagles tight end...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson defends as Eagles tight end Zach Ertz scores a touchdown in the second quarter on Nov. 3, 2019, in Philadelphia.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs during warmups for...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs during warmups for the Hall of Fame Game against the Ravens at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 2, 2018.

  • Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions.

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    Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes questions.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen reacts the no-touchdown call after...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen reacts the no-touchdown call after he stepped out of bounds in the 1st quarter against the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on Dec. 10, 2017.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson celebrates a 20-13 win over...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson celebrates a 20-13 win over the Lions on Nov. 10, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 25,...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 25, 2020 at Halas Hall.

  • Khalil Mack, Danny Trevathan and Nick Kwiatkoski are carted away...

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    Khalil Mack, Danny Trevathan and Nick Kwiatkoski are carted away after a training camp practice on Aug. 2, 2019.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace watches warmups before the start of a...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace watches warmups before the start of a game against the Buccaneers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears General Manager Ryan Pace answers questions during a news conference at...

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    Bears General Manager Ryan Pace answers questions during a news conference at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is tackled by Vikings defensive...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is tackled by Vikings defensive back Chris Jones in the third quarter Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) runs into the end...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) runs into the end zone after returning a fumble for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Bills at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) leaves the field following...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) leaves the field following the team's 24-17 win against the Seahawks at Soldier Field on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes in the fourth...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson is unable to hold on to...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson is unable to hold on to a pass in the end zone in the first quarter against the Packers on Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a diving catch in...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a diving catch in the first quarter against the 49ers at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018.

  • Colts tight end Trey Burton, left, signals for a first...

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    Colts tight end Trey Burton, left, signals for a first down in front of Bears safety Eddie Jackson in the fourth quarter on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Running back CJ Marable works out during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Running back CJ Marable works out during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks Wednesday, July 26, 2017,...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks Wednesday, July 26, 2017, as the Bears report to training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) throws a touchdown pass...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) throws a touchdown pass against the Ravens in the second quarter Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson, left, and running back Tarik...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson, left, and running back Tarik Cohen strike a pose during Bears Family Fest at Soldier Field on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017.

  • Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome catches a pass on the...

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    Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome catches a pass on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears player Tarik Cohen and mascot Staley the Bear stand...

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    Bears player Tarik Cohen and mascot Staley the Bear stand inside a bears enclosure at Brookfield Zoo on Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

  • Ryan Pace walks with his daughter Cardyn and his wife...

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    Ryan Pace walks with his daughter Cardyn and his wife Stephanie for a photo op.

  • Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman (91) tackles New York...

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    Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman (91) tackles New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) in the first quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) runs after a catch...

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    Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) runs after a catch during the first half of a game against the Colts in Indianapolis on Jan. 1, 2017.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace, with coach John Fox, address the...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace, with coach John Fox, address the media at Halas Hall on Jan. 4, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs with the ball...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Seahawks at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga (95) participates in the first...

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    Bears defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga (95) participates in the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) makes the catch against...

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    Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) makes the catch against the Dolphins during the first half of a game, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, in Jacksonville, Fla. Robinson scored a touchdown on the play.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after a big first...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after a big first down in the first quarter against the Chargers on Oct. 27, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) gives his gloves to...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) gives his gloves to Jacob Cerutti of Coal City, Ill., after his team's win over the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball in...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs before a game...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson signs autographs before a game against the Chiefs on Dec. 22, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs past Green...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs past Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Sept. 9, 2018. The Packers beat the Bears, 24-23.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a ball with 1...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a ball with 1 second left against the Broncos in the fourth quarter on Sept. 15, 2019, in Denver.

  • Bears defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano, left, chats with Bears general...

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    Bears defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano, left, chats with Bears general manager Ryan Pace during training camp at Halas Hall on Aug. 20, 2020.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen during training camp on Aug....

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen during training camp on Aug. 26, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears wide receivers Allen Robinson and Javon Wims at training...

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    Bears wide receivers Allen Robinson and Javon Wims at training camp in Bourbonnais on Aug. 6, 2019.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack takes off his helmet during...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack takes off his helmet during a timeout in the second quarter against the Eagles on Nov. 3, 2019, in Philadelphia.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen practices during minicamp on June...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen practices during minicamp on June 11, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass in the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass in the third quarter against the Chargers on Oct. 27, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) looks on from the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) looks on from the bench during a preseason game against the Panthers at Soldier Field on Aug. 8, 2019.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up to face...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up to face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Nov. 8, 2021 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch during the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh on Nov. 8, 2021.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is tackled during the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) is tackled during the first half on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017 in Minneapolis.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception in the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception in the first quarter against the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) warms up with teammates...

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    Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) warms up with teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen plows across the goal line...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen plows across the goal line for a touchdown against the Vikings on Dec. 30, 2018, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

  • Receiver Allen Robinson reports to training camp Thursday, July 19,...

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    Receiver Allen Robinson reports to training camp Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks to fans before a...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace talks to fans before a preseason game between the Bears and Broncos on Aug. 10, 2017.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson intercepts a pass against the Lions...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson intercepts a pass against the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Special teams coordinator Chris Tabor instructs players during Bears rookie...

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    Special teams coordinator Chris Tabor instructs players during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Cardinals quarterback Sam Bradford (9) loses the ball after being...

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    Cardinals quarterback Sam Bradford (9) loses the ball after being sacked by Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) in the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) pressures Green Bay Packers...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) pressures Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during the fourth quarter of their game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Sept. 9, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes in the first quarter...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes in the first quarter against the Patriots at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack jumps over Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack jumps over Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the fourth quarter on Dec. 15, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) comes up with a...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) comes up with a fumble against the Vikings in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 18, 2018.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky, left, celebrates with wide receiver Allen...

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    Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky, left, celebrates with wide receiver Allen Robinson after connecting on a touchdown pass in the second quarter against the Texans on Dec. 13, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) hands off to running back...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) hands off to running back Khalil Herbert during drills on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) is held back by...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) is held back by two Arizona Cardinals defenders while chasing after quarterback Sam Bradford (9) in the third quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • New Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is introduced to the...

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    New Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is introduced to the media at Halas Hall on Thursday, March 15, 2018 in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass during the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass during the first quarter against the Texans on Dec. 13, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) jogs on the...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) jogs on the field in preparation for a game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) reacts after stripping the ball from Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields stretches on the first day of...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes for a touchdown...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes for a touchdown as Lions defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) tackles Cohen in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) finds an opening in...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) finds an opening in the Bills defense in the fourth quarter of a game at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace walks around the field before...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace walks around the field before the season finale at Soldier Field.

  • Bears returner Cordarrelle Patterson runs back a kickoff 104 yards...

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    Bears returner Cordarrelle Patterson runs back a kickoff 104 yards for a touchdown as Eddie Jackson runs alongside him from the sidelines to open the third quarter against the Vikings on on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases Eagles quarterback Nick...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) in the first quarter of a wild-card round game at Soldier Field on Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tackles Packers receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling during...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tackles Packers receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling during the second quarter Jan. 3, 2021, Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, front, warms up with teammates on...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, front, warms up with teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs for some yards and...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs for some yards and away from the grasp of Packers linebacker Reggie Gilbert during the second half.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen signs autographs before a preseason...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen signs autographs before a preseason game against Baltimore on Aug. 2, 2018, in Canton, Ohio.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tackles Eagles quarterback Nick...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tackles Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) in the fourth quarter of a wild-card round game at Soldier Field on Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) catches a pass...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) catches a pass in the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay onDec. 12, 2021.

  • Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) poses with his teammates...

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    Bears free safety Eddie Jackson (39) poses with his teammates after scoring a touchdown after a fumble recovery in the second quarter against the Bills at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack walks off the field after a...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack walks off the field after a loss to the Packers on Nov. 29, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack reacts after sacking Lions quarterback...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack reacts after sacking Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford during the second half at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up during training camp...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up during training camp on Aug. 20, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears General Manager Ryan Pace with coach John Fox at...

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    Bears General Manager Ryan Pace with coach John Fox at the Senior Bowl on Jan. 26, 2017.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception against New York Giants cornerback Julian Love (20) in the second quarter, Jan. 2, 2022, at Soldier Field.

  • Wide receiver Dazz Newsome warms up during Bears rookie minicamp...

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    Wide receiver Dazz Newsome warms up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) stands by during the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) stands by during the Bears first practice of training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais on Friday, July 20, 2018.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson looks for yardage during the fourth...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson looks for yardage during the fourth quarter against the Colts on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) returns to the...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) returns to the field for the third quarter of the Chicago Bears versus Tampa Bay Buccaneers game Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Tampa, Florida. The Bears lost to the Buccaneers 38-3. (Erin Hooley/Chicago Tribune)

  • Chicago Bears cornerback Buster Skrine warms up at Soldier Field...

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    Chicago Bears cornerback Buster Skrine warms up at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson throws at the first pitch before...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson throws at the first pitch before the White Sox's game against the Royals on April 15, 2019, at Guaranteed Rate Field.

  • Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields, right, stretches with teammates on...

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    Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields, right, stretches with teammates on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson, left, and teammate Ha Ha Clinton-Dix...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson, left, and teammate Ha Ha Clinton-Dix celebrate their victory over the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen takes a selfie after the game...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen takes a selfie after the game against the Buccaneers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace, top, heads toward the locker room...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace, top, heads toward the locker room with players before a playoff game against the Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Jan. 10, 2021.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 26,...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp on Aug. 26, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Packers cornerback Tramon Williams jumps into Bears running back Tarik...

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    Packers cornerback Tramon Williams jumps into Bears running back Tarik Cohen during the second half on Sept. 5, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields, right, hands off to running back...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields, right, hands off to running back Khalil Herbert on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson poses for a picture with...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson poses for a picture with fans before a game against the Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack reacts after a Saints touchdown...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack reacts after a Saints touchdown on Oct. 20, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson helps Zak Askar, 13, from the...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson helps Zak Askar, 13, from the Kantz Boys & Girls Club, pick out a basketball during a shopping spree Dec. 3, 2018, at Dick's Sporting Goods.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52), right, and linebacker Danny...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52), right, and linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackle Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) in the first quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace, left, chats with head coach...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace, left, chats with head coach John Fox at the second day of Bears minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Wednesday, June 14, 2017.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson during training camp on Aug. 25,...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson during training camp on Aug. 25, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up early on the field...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up early on the field before facing off against the Packers on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception in the...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception in the third quarter against the Rams on Dec. 9, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • General manager Ryan Pace, left, talks to a Bears staff...

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    General manager Ryan Pace, left, talks to a Bears staff member, center, as head coach John Fox walks the field during a rookie minicamp.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack waits for a snap in...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack waits for a snap in the first quarter against the Saints on Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson and Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson and Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford wait for the coin toss before the start of the game at Ford Field in Detroit on Sept. 13, 2020.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates his touchdown during the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates his touchdown during the first half against the Buccaneers at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Offensive line coach Juan Castillo, left, watches players during Bears...

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    Offensive line coach Juan Castillo, left, watches players during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) walks with the ball...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) walks with the ball after making a catch during the second quarter against the Seahawks at Soldier Field on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears linebackers Robert Quinn, left, and Khalil Mack sit on...

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    Bears linebackers Robert Quinn, left, and Khalil Mack sit on the bench in the final seconds of a 21-9 playoff loss to the Saints on Jan. 10, 2021, in New Orleans.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks onto the field during training...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks onto the field during training camp on Aug. 20, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace wheels his suitcase across the field...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace wheels his suitcase across the field before the start of the Week 17 game against the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on Jan. 9, 2022.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace listens through the door way as...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace listens through the door way as coach John Fox speaks during a news conference after a game against the Vikings, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017.

  • Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) squints while warming up during...

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    Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) squints while warming up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the field after the...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the field after the Bears defeated the Seahawks 24-17 at Soldier Field, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) runs with the ball...

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    Jaguars wide receiver Allen Robinson (15) runs with the ball during the second half against the Chargers Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in San Diego.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack prepares for a snap against the...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack prepares for a snap against the Vikings in the fourth quarter on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks off the field after a loss...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson walks off the field after a loss to the Patriots at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace watches overtime against the Ravens Sunday,...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace watches overtime against the Ravens Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tackles Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins in...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tackles Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins in the fourth quarter on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before for a...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson warms up before for a preseason game at Soldier Field on Aug. 30, 2018.

  • Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy speaks during Leading the...

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    Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy speaks during Leading the Bears panel on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass during training camp Sunday,...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson catches a pass during training camp Sunday, July 22, 2018, at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack waits to give an interview...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack waits to give an interview on the field after a 34-22 win over the Lions at Soldier Field on Nov. 11, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (right) is introduced during the Bears100...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (right) is introduced during the Bears100 Celebration Weekend at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont on June 7, 2019.

  • Quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws a pass during the Chicago...

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    Quarterback Justin Fields (1) throws a pass during the Chicago Bears rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 15, 2021, in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears rookie OL Teven Jenkins (76) runs on the...

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    Chicago Bears rookie OL Teven Jenkins (76) runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Friday, May 14, 2021. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes in the first...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) rushes in the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium Sunday, Oct. 15, in Baltimore.

  • Bears head coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Pace...

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    Bears head coach John Fox and general manager Ryan Pace take questions after the end of the season.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) makes a reception...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) makes a reception ahead of the defense of Seattle Seahawks defensive back Bradley McDougald (30) in the second quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen fumbles as he is hit...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen fumbles as he is hit by Dolphins linebacker Kiko Alonso in the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson misses a tackle on Rams receiver...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson misses a tackle on Rams receiver Mike Thomas in the second quarter on Nov. 17, 2019, in Los Angeles.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack picks up a dead ball after...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack picks up a dead ball after the sack of Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers by Bears defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack speaks with teammates during the fourth...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack speaks with teammates during the fourth quarter against the Lions on Nov. 10, 2019, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Washington quarterback Case Keenum...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack sacks Washington quarterback Case Keenum and strips the ball in the first quarter on Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown during...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Jets at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs after a catch...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs after a catch against the Eagles in the second quarter of a wild-card round game at Soldier Field on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates his touchdown by throwing...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson celebrates his touchdown by throwing the ball into the stands against the Buccaneers on Sept. 30, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace laughs while taking...

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    Newly hired Bears general manager Ryan Pace laughs while taking questions.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) and Bears tight end...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) and Bears tight end Adam Shaheen (87), who did not play, walk off the field following a 23-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017.

  • Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) warms up before...

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    Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) warms up before a preseason game at Soldier Field, Aug. 30, 2018.

  • Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy speaks during the Bears100...

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    Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy speaks during the Bears100 Celebration Weekend at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont on Friday, June 7, 2019. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch in...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a catch in front of Eagles free safety Avonte Maddox (29) during the final Bears drive in the fourth quarter of a wild-card round game played at Soldier Field on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) catches a punt against...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) catches a punt against Packers wide receiver Jeff Janis (83) in the second quarter Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017 at Lambeau Field.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson runs after making a reception in...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson runs after making a reception in the fourth quarter against the Buccaneers on Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) intercepts a pass intended for...

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    Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) intercepts a pass intended for Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) during the first half at Soldier Field on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Linebacker Charles Snowden (49) works out with teammates during Bears...

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    Linebacker Charles Snowden (49) works out with teammates during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson runs the ball back after his...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson runs the ball back after his interception in the third quarter against the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati on Sunday, December 10, 2017.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stretches before a game against...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stretches before a game against the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

  • Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) listens in on the...

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    Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (76) listens in on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) sacks Giants quarterback Eli...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) sacks Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp Aug. 25, 2020,...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack during training camp Aug. 25, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the sideline in...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the sideline in the third quarter against the Giants on Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates his touchdown in the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates his touchdown in the third quarter against the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tips a pass thrown...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tips a pass thrown by Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the second quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace stands on the field before a...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace stands on the field before a game against the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) heads to the...

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) heads to the locker room after a 20-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals at Soldier Field on Sept. 19, 2021.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes in warmups before a...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace takes in warmups before a game against the Bills on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, at New Era Field in Orchard Park, N.Y.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen breaks through for some long...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen breaks through for some long yardage during the fourth quarter against the Vikings at on Dec. 29, 2019, in Minneapolis.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) leaps after being tackled...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) leaps after being tackled on a reception in the first quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack and White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack and White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson watch the Bulls-Hornets game on Dec. 13, 2019, at the United Center.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs drills at rookie minicamp...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs drills at rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Friday, May 12, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs for a 20-yard gain...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) runs for a 20-yard gain against the Buccaneers during the first half at Soldier Field on Sept. 30, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome catches a pass on the...

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    Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome catches a pass on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases Lions quarterback Matthew...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) chases Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) in the fourth quarter at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception as...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) makes a reception as Lions cornerback Darius Slay (23) defends in the second quarter at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018.

  • Bears general manager Ryan Pace stands on the field at...

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace stands on the field at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., before a game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016.

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson closes in on Lions receiver Danny...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson closes in on Lions receiver Danny Amendola in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2020, in Detroit.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) stands on the sidelines before...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) stands on the sidelines before the first half against the Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws the ball away as Bears...

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    Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws the ball away as Bears linebacker Khalil Mack applies pressure on Dec. 15, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis.

  • New Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is introduced to the...

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    New Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is introduced to the media at Halas Hall on Thursday, March 15, 2018 in Lake Forest.

  • Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Germain Ifedi (65) guards Chicago Bears...

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    Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Germain Ifedi (65) guards Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bear running back Tarik Cohen (29) leaps for a touchdown...

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    Bear running back Tarik Cohen (29) leaps for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017.

  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) celebrates the win...

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    Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) celebrates the win with fans, Jan. 2, 2022, at Soldier Field. The Bears defeated the New York Giants 29-3.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) tries to break away...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) tries to break away from the defense of Cardinals defensive back Jamar Taylor (28) in the second quarter at State Farm Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball during the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball during the second half against the Packers on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) runs during drills at...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) runs during drills at the second day of Bears mini camp held at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Wednesday, June 14, 2017.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception as Giants...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a reception as Giants safety Julian Love defends in the first quarter Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback...

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in the second quarter of a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 17, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019,...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack practices on May 22, 2019, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen gets tackled during the third...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen gets tackled during the third quarter against the Eagles on Nov. 3, 2019, in Philadelphia.

  • Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy signs autographs after speaking...

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    Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy signs autographs after speaking at the Leading the Bears panel on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signs autographs before a game...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack signs autographs before a game against the Jets at the Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears linebackers Khalil Mack, left, and Robert Quinn celebrate their...

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    Bears linebackers Khalil Mack, left, and Robert Quinn celebrate their strip sack and recovery from Giants quarterback Daniel Jones in the first quarter Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack verbally taunts Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack verbally taunts Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady after sacking him in the fourth quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball as...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs with the ball as Falcons middle linebacker Deion Jones and others make the tackle in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

  • Newly acquired linebacker Pernell McPhee stands beside Bears head coach...

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    Newly acquired linebacker Pernell McPhee stands beside Bears head coach John Fox (left) and general manager Ryan Pace (right).

  • Bears safety Eddie Jackson tackles Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson in...

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    Bears safety Eddie Jackson tackles Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson in the third quarter Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Ryan Pace takes the field prior to a game between...

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    Ryan Pace takes the field prior to a game between the Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings.

  • Ryan Pace takes the field prior to a game between...

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    Ryan Pace takes the field prior to a game between the Chicago Bears and the Seattle Seahawks.

  • Bears General Manager Ryan Pace speaks about new pass rusher...

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    Bears General Manager Ryan Pace speaks about new pass rusher Khalil Mack during a news conference Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018 at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball during training...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball during training camp on Aug. 26, 2020, at Halas Hall.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace takes in the atmosphere before a game...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace takes in the atmosphere before a game against the Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis., on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball in for...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball in for a touchdown during the first half against the Jets at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson talks with the media following...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson talks with the media following training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.

  • Bears running back Jordan Howard, No. 24, talks with teammate Tarik...

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    Bears running back Jordan Howard, No. 24, talks with teammate Tarik Cohen after Cohen fumbled in the fourth quarter against the Dolphins on Oct. 14, 2018. The Dolphins beat the Bears, 31-28.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) waits for the ball to...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) waits for the ball to be snapped on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes in the fourth quarter...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen rushes in the fourth quarter against the Vikings on Nov. 18, 2018, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears GM Ryan Pace, left, and coach Matt Nagy participate in...

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    Bears GM Ryan Pace, left, and coach Matt Nagy participate in the 23rd annual Bears Care Gala at Soldier Field on Saturday, May 19, 2018.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before a game against the Jets at Soldier Field on Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen, center, high-fives other players before...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen, center, high-fives other players before the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs in the third preseason game of the season at Soldier Field on Aug. 25, 2018.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before the start of...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack warms up before the start of the game against the Packers on Sept. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs for huge yards in...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs for huge yards in overtime against the Steelers at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 24, 2017.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs upfield after a...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (12) runs upfield after a catch against the Dolphins in the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen eludes the 49ers defense in...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen eludes the 49ers defense in the third quarter on Dec. 23, 2018, in Santa Clara, Calif.

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace signs items for fans following training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais on Thursday, July 26, 2018.

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace speaks during a news conference at Halas Hall on March 10, 2017.

  • Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first...

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

  • Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up Oct....

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    Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) warms up Oct. 10, 2021 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for Rams running back Todd...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack reaches for Rams running back Todd Gurley in the second quarter on Nov. 17, 2019, in Los Angeles.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a catch as Lions...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen makes a catch as Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye tries to make the tackle in the second quarter Sept. 13, 2020, in Detroit.

  • Bears linebacker Khalil Mack drops what would have been an...

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack drops what would have been an interception during the first quarter against the Colts on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack chases Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in the fourth quarter Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson reaches out to make a catch as he warms up prior to a game against the Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz.

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson takes a moment on the field before heading to the locker room after a 21-9 playoff loss to the Saints on Jan. 10, 2021, in New Orleans.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after stripping the ball...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack celebrates after stripping the ball from Washington quarterback Case Keenum in the second quarter on Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md.

  • Ryan Pace at Soldier Field.

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    Ryan Pace at Soldier Field.

  • Bear running back Tarik Cohen (29) leaps for a touchdown...

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    Bear running back Tarik Cohen (29) leaps for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017.

  • Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the field during...

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    Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack stands on the field during warmups for a game against the Colts on Oct. 4, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen gets tackled by Broncos defensive...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen gets tackled by Broncos defensive back Jamal Carter during the first half of the Bears preseason opener against the Broncos at Soldier Field on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017 in Chicago.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson stretches for a reception in the...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson stretches for a reception in the third quarter of a playoff game against the Saints on Jan. 10, 2021, in New Orleans.

  • Allen Robinson gives an interview at Soldier Field during the...

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    Allen Robinson gives an interview at Soldier Field during the annual Bears Care Gala on May 18, 2019.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates with a group of...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates with a group of officers after running in a touchdown during the first half against the Jets at Soldier Field on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018.

  • Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis reaches for the ball to break...

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    Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis reaches for the ball to break up a pass intended for Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson in the fourth quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) speaks to members of...

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    Bears defensive back Eddie Jackson (39) speaks to members of the media after practice during Day 2 of the rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Saturday, May 13, 2017.

  • Bears General Manager Ryan Pace laughs during a news conference at Halas...

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    Bears General Manager Ryan Pace laughs during a news conference at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson and quarterback Nick Foles celebrate...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson and quarterback Nick Foles celebrate their touchdown connection in the second quarter against the Saints on Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears general manager Ryan Pace answers a question after a news conference at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis.

  • Bears receiver Allen Robinson leaps to try and make a...

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson leaps to try and make a catch while being defended by Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis during the fourth quarter Oct. 8, 2020, at Soldier Field.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs away from Eagles defensive...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs away from Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham in the second quarter on Jan. 6, 2019, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack takes the field before the game against the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears linebackers Khalil Mack, No. 52, and Leonard Floyd sack Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the fourth quarter on Dec. 16, 2018, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen waves to fans after the Week 14 win against the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on Dec. 10, 2017.

  • Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball in the...

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball in the third quarter against the Rams on Dec. 9, 2018 at Soldier Field.

  • Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson prepares for a game against...

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson prepares for a game against Washington on Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md.

  • Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins runs on the field on...

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    Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson takes a knee after a win over the Giants on Sept. 20, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) warms up on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson helps kids from the Kantz Boys & Girls Club go on a shopping spree Dec. 3, 2018, at Dick's Sporting Goods.

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen (29) scores his first quarter touchdown against the Lions at Soldier Field on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.

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    Bears receiver Allen Robinson steps out of bounds after a reception on the final drive in the fourth quarter against the Lions on Dec. 6, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Chicago Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller (23) celebrates his intersection with Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Oct. 14, 2018.

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen celebrates after a victory over the Giants on Nov. 24, 2019, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen runs the ball in the second quarter against the Vikings on Nov. 18, 2018, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears wide receiver Dazz Newsome (83) stretches on the first day of rookie minicamp on May 14, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

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    Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack (52) yells out a call to teammates in the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on Sept. 17, 2018, in Chicago.

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    Defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga (95) warms up during Bears rookie minicamp on May 15, 2021, at Halas Hall in Lake Forest.

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    Bears linebacker Khalil Mack tries to get around the block of Saints offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk in the second quarter Nov. 1, 2020, at Soldier Field.

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    Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson makes a catch in the second half with Dolphins cornerback Cordrea Tankersley on defense at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.

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    Bears head coach Matt Nagy stands with players Allen Robinson (12), Mitch Trubisky (10), and Kyle Fuller (23), during the national anthem before the Hall of Fame Game against the Ravens at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 2, 2018.

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    Bears running back Tarik Cohen gets tackled during the second quarter against the Lions on Nov. 28, 2019, in Detroit.

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The only thing everyone wants to know about the Chicago Bears is when the Justin Fields era will begin.

The rookie quarterback’s time figures to come this season, so however coach Matt Nagy and his staff arrange reps in training camp with veteran Andy Dalton will be under the microscope. Perhaps it will turn into a full-fledged competition for the starting job from Day 1, in which case Fields could state his case with a strong preseason. Maybe the plan is for Dalton to start initially to ensure Fields isn’t pushed into action before he’s ready.

Either way — and Nagy has been short on details to this point — there’s growing intrigue regarding how this will unfold, and the questions surrounding Fields’ development plan are endless.

Plenty of other storylines will begin to play out in the remainder of the offseason program and heading into training camp. Let’s play 20 questions — of the non-quarterback variety — divided into four categories: offense, defense, special teams and overview.

Offense

1. Can second-round pick Teven Jenkins nail down the left tackle job and excel?

Chicago Bears rookie OL Teven Jenkins (76) runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Friday, May 14, 2021.  (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Bears rookie OL Teven Jenkins (76) runs on the field on the first day of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Friday, May 14, 2021. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Jenkins better be able to take the job and run with it because it’s unclear what the fallback plan would be after the Bears released veteran Charles Leno, designating him as a post-June 1 cut to clear $9 million in cap space.

There isn’t a player on the roster with an NFL start at left tackle, and the Bears are placing a great deal of faith in Jenkins — who primarily was a right tackle at Oklahoma State but did make seven starts at left tackle — to emerge as a frontline player as he takes over for Leno, who made 93 consecutive regular-season starts at the position.

Jenkins clearly has the size to be a physical presence, but it’s yet to be seen if he has the athleticism to fit in a scheme that wants to be wide open running RPOs and zone reads. If not, the Bears could consider Alex Bars, who otherwise could be ticketed for a super sub role, or potentially try Cody Whitehair, who has played all three interior spots but likely is earmarked for left guard right now.

This is Jenkins’ job to lose and the Bears are betting on him working out; otherwise, line coach Juan Castillo will be forced to do some juggling.

2. What will the depth chart look like at wide receiver after Allen Robinson and Darnell Mooney?

A ton of playing time is up for grabs, and the Bears are expecting big things from Mooney, who set a franchise record for receptions by a rookie wide receiver with 61 in 2020. Nagy has compared him to DeSean Jackson and Tyreek Hill, and that has created expectations for a big step forward in Year 2.

There were 996 snaps that went to wide receivers other than Robinson and Mooney last season, excluding Cordarrelle Patterson, who was on the field for 201 plays but lined up in the backfield a fair amount. Nagy has tried pumping up Anthony Miller as he enters his fourth season, but it’s best to take a believe-it-when-you-see-it approach with him.

Damiere Byrd could push for time along with rookie Dazz Newsome. Riley Ridley barely could get on the field the last two years, so expecting a breakthrough might not be realistic. Personnel groupings in training camp and preseason are worth tracking.

3. Can Sam Mustipher build off the second half of last season?

Chicago Bears center Sam Mustipher warms up before a game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.
Chicago Bears center Sam Mustipher warms up before a game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.

The Bears stumbled into a pleasant discovery when Mustipher was forced into action at center midway through 2020, playing so well it led to a starting job the rest of the season.

Mustipher was able to get everyone on the same page. The former undrafted free agent has a great opportunity to settle into the job.

4. How will Tarik Cohen fare returning from a torn ACL?

Cohen was lost for the season in Week 3, so barring something unexpected, he should be good to go in training camp.

He was a dangerous player in 2018, when he averaged 4.5 yards per carry and 10.2 yards per reception, but he couldn’t get loose the next season. It will be a challenge for Nagy to take advantage of Cohen’s open-field ability as he returns to health.

5. Will Germain Ifedi be a steady option at right tackle?

Chicago Bears offensive guard Germain Ifedi (74) and teammates warm up at Soldier Field on Nov. 16, 2020.
Chicago Bears offensive guard Germain Ifedi (74) and teammates warm up at Soldier Field on Nov. 16, 2020.

When the Bears signed Ifedi a year ago, they did so with the idea of moving him inside to right guard. They thought he would be better there than at right tackle, where he spent most of four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks.

After Bobby Massie went down with a knee injury and more dominoes fell on the line, Ifedi found himself back outside at right tackle, where he started the final six games. He played well enough to earn a one-year, $4.25 million contract, and with fifth-round pick Larry Borom in the mix, he will have to hold off the rookie, who could be part of the plan moving forward.

6. What is the next step for Cole Kmet?

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.
Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet scores a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

The second-round pick showed incremental growth last season that can be tracked by his playing time, which steadily increased. Kmet has the ability to help in the running game and be an effective passing target in the middle of the field.

“We have outlined some things in our Zoom calls during the Phase 1 part of OTAs,” tight ends coach Clancy Barone said, “and going back looking at all the snaps and things he can certainly get better at, everything from technique to seeing what the defense is pre-snap and post-snap. Those are things that often times the guys get figured out during preseason and didn’t have that chance last year.”

If the Bears are to make major advances on offense, Kmet needs to be part of increased production from the position.

Defense

7. What tweaks will first-year coordinator Sean Desai make?

Sean Desai is the new Chicago Bears defensive coordinator.
Sean Desai is the new Chicago Bears defensive coordinator.

The Bears turned to a Vic Fangio pupil in Desai to lead the defense after a two-year run by Chuck Pagano. The hope is the move will restore some of the mojo the unit last experienced in 2018.

The Bears defense was dominant at times under Pagano but fell off during the second half of last season. Desai won’t be reinventing how the unit plays — and Mike Pettine was hired as a senior assistant to lend a hand to the first-time coordinator — but there should be some slight modifications.

8. How big of an impact will the return of Eddie Goldman make?

Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman (91) tackles New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) in the first quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Dec. 2, 2018.
Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman (91) tackles New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) in the first quarter at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Dec. 2, 2018.

The Bears have said only positive things about the nose tackle, who opted out because of COVID-19 last year. He’s an elite run stuffer, and when he’s in the middle of the line the Bears are significantly better against the run. That’s key as the defense slumped to No. 15 against the run last year.

Goldman should be in the prime years of his career at 27, but after taking a year off, it will be interesting to see how he returns.

9. Will Robert Quinn bounce back from a disappointing season?

Chicago Bears edge rushers Robert Quinn (94) and Khalil Mack (52) apply pressure on Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.
Chicago Bears edge rushers Robert Quinn (94) and Khalil Mack (52) apply pressure on Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

The Bears’ major offseason plan a year ago was to ramp up the pass rush, and the key move was swapping out former first-round pick Leonard Floyd for the free-agent addition Quinn (five-year, $70 million contract with $30 million fully guaranteed).

That never panned out as Quinn, who was joining his fourth team in as many seasons, had only two sacks while Floyd had 101/2 for the Los Angeles Rams.

The 31-year-old Quinn should have some gas left in the tank, but the challenge is on Desai to bring out the best in Quinn, who had four consecutive seasons with 81/2 sacks or fewer before posting 111/2 with the Dallas Cowboys in 2019.

10. Will a healthy Khalil Mack be a dominant force again?

Mack showed up on the injury report last season with four different issues, and at the end of the year the team said a shoulder injury was problematic but did not require surgery.

Mack still is going to command extra attention from offenses, but as one of the highest-paid defenders in the league, he needs to be able to take over games. If not, the Bears are going to have a ton of money sunk in a very, very good player who’s being paid at an elite level.

11. Is Eddie Jackson primed for a bounce-back season?

It stands to reason that Desai, who served as the safeties coach last season, will know better than anyone how to position Jackson to best use his abilities.

Jackson emerged as a legitimate ballhawking center fielder in 2018, when he made six interceptions, but he has just two since (both in 2019) and sloppy open-field tackling plagued his 2020 season.

The Bears rewarded Jackson in January 2020 with a contract that made him the highest-paid safety in the league, so he needs to play as one of the game’s best.

12. Who will start at cornerback opposite Jaylon Johnson?

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson celebrates after breaking up a play against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.
Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson celebrates after breaking up a play against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field on Dec. 6, 2020.

This could linger as the biggest question on defense heading into the preseason after the Bears cut Kyle Fuller in a salary-cap move, did not draft a cornerback until the sixth round (Thomas Graham Jr.) and didn’t make a splash in free agency to get a starter.

That leaves veteran Desmond Trufant, who has battled injuries the last two seasons, and Kindle Vildor, who is entering his second season, as the top options currently on the roster.

13. Who replaces Buster Skrine at the nickel position?

Chicago Bears cornerback Buster Skrine warms up at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.
Chicago Bears cornerback Buster Skrine warms up at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.

Piggybacking off the above question, the Bears also need to identify a slot cornerback. Duke Shelley was the first man off the bench to replace Skrine when he was sidelined by a concussion last year, and Shelley could get the first crack at the job.

Graham could figure in the mix, too, as he lined up as the nickel during rookie minicamp. Maybe DeAndre Houston-Carson merits a look as well after playing well in the dime package in 2020. This is no small decision considering how much teams lean on a third cornerback.

14. Is Danny Trevathan on his last legs?

Chicago Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackles Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.
Chicago Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan (59) tackles Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Jan. 3, 2021.

The venerable inside linebacker got off to a slow start last season and didn’t show the sideline-to-sideline range that made him a valuable member of the defense. He got a little bit better as the season went along, but he’s near the end of a good career. When speed and short-area quickness start to go for a guy who is 31 years old, it’s difficult to recapture.

Veteran Christian Jones was brought back in free agency, but there isn’t a clear transition plan in place.

15. Can Roquan Smith build off a breakthrough 2020 season?

Chicago Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith in the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field on Nov. 1, 2020.
Chicago Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith in the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Soldier Field on Nov. 1, 2020.

The Bears picked up the fifth-year option in Smith’s contract, a no-brainer because he’s far and away the best first-round pick Ryan Pace has made.

Smith is coming off a season in which he played extremely well with 139 tackles, four sacks, two interceptions, six QB hits, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.

The key is for Smith to remain at a dominant level — something the Bears are banking on as they likely consider a long-term extension.

Special teams

16. Can the kickoff return game remain strong after the loss of Cordarrelle Patterson?

Bears returner Cordarrelle Patterson runs back a kickoff 104 yards for a touchdown as Eddie Jackson runs alongside him from the sidelines to open the third quarter against the Vikings on on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.
Bears returner Cordarrelle Patterson runs back a kickoff 104 yards for a touchdown as Eddie Jackson runs alongside him from the sidelines to open the third quarter against the Vikings on on Nov. 16, 2020, at Soldier Field.

Coming off consecutive seasons with the best kickoff returner in the league, the Bears will be challenged to provide quality field position for the offense.

Patterson was a threat to score every time he caught the ball — even deep in the end zone — and there isn’t a clear replacement on the roster. Special teams coordinator Chris Tabor will have to sort through a variety of options, and ball security will be his first concern.

It’s worth mentioning Patterson was an elite gunner on the punt coverage team, another hole created by his departure.

17. Can Cairo Santos keep his hot streak going?

Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (2) lines up a field goal in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.
Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (2) lines up a field goal in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 20, 2020.

Santos finished last season connecting on 27 consecutive field-goal attempts, which set him up for a payday before free agency.

Re-signing Santos ended the merry-go-round the team has had annually at the position. Now he has to continue to perform so the Bears can stop hearing about what would have been had Robbie Gould remained in place.

Overview

18. Is there any cap flexibility for another addition?

The Bears are pressed up against the salary cap, and that will make roster maneuvers challenging. Of course, space can be created if it’s really needed.

Would Pace consider making a play for the right backstop at left tackle or cornerback? It’s worth pondering.

19. Matt Nagy has made it clear he’s calling plays again. What will that mean for the offense?

The answer probably hinges more on how Fields performs than anything else.

But Fields has a diverse skill set and the ability to do damage with his legs and gives Nagy a QB he has handpicked.

It’s up to Nagy to maximize things for an offense that has had a tough time reaching the end zone.

20. How close to normal will training camp be this summer?

Hopefully very close to normal.

The Bears moved their summer operation back to Halas Hall to take advantage of their facilities, and if COVID-19 restrictions are not burdensome, it should be a benefit — but not as great as actually having a preseason to put young players such as Fields to the test.

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