The Chicago Bears continue to make moves to address depth on defense, as well as contributors on special teams. Their latest addition is former first-round pick Barkevious Mingo, who the Bears signed to serve a reserve role at pass rusher and contribute on special teams.
Mingo has been in the NFL for seven seasons, and he’ll get a chance to make a name for himself as a reserve on one of the league’s best defenses.
Following a disappointing season for Chicago’s pass rush, the Bears have made key additions next to Khalil Mack, including the addition of former All-Pro Robert Quinn. Now, Mingo gets a chance to work with both.
Here are five things to know about the Bears’ newest pass rusher:
1. Mingo has history with Bears coaching staff
As he makes his way to Chicago, Mingo already has some experience working with two members of the Bears’ coaching staff. Mingo spent one year with the Colts in 2017, which happened to mark Bears defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano’s final season as head coach in Indianapolis.
But Mingo has the most history with Bears special teams coordinator Chris Tabor, who served the same role with the Browns during Mingo’s first three years in the league. And given Mingo’s special teams prowess, he’s no stranger to Coach Tabor.
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