5 things to know about new Bears CB Tre Roberson

The Bears turned to the Canadian Football League for their first offseason acquisition. Get to know new Bears CB Tre Roberson.

5. Roberson was Indiana’s Mr. Football in 2010

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Roberson hails from Indianapolis, and he played high school football for Lawrence Central, where he was dubbed 2020 Indianapolis Star Indiana Mr. Football after he lead the Bears to their first appearance in the Class 5A championship game. In his high school career, Roberson completed 144 of 237 passes for 2,611 yards with 24 touchdowns and four interceptions. He also rushed for 1,950 yards and 21 touchdowns.

Roberson also went on to play quarterback at Indiana, but he transferred to Illinois State after he lost the starting job to Nate Sudfeld, who is now a backup for the Eagles.

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