3. Unproven backup to RB David Montgomery
While there’s confidence surrounding running back David Montgomery’s foray into his second season, the same can’t be said for depth at the position. While Tarik Cohen will be listed as the No. 2 back, he’s not your traditional three-down back, and he’ll be utilized in a variety of ways. Just not a power runner. Which means that the Bears have questions regarding Montgomery’s backup.
Ryan Nall and undrafted rookies Artavis Pierce and Napoleon Maxwell will battle for that third running back spot. Which means that, regardless of who wins the job, Montgomery’s backup will be an unproven commodity that might have to step in at a moment’s notice should the unthinkable happen. There are still some veteran running backs on the free agent market, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Chicago sign one of them. But, as of right now, there’s not a lot of confidence in Montgomery’s backup.
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