5 things to know about new Bears OT Jason Spriggs

The Bears added depth at offensive tackle with the signing of Jason Spriggs. Get to know Chicago’s newest offensive lineman.

3. Spriggs is another former bust joining the Bears

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The Bears have spent this offseason bringing in former busts at low-risk, high-reward deals, among them cornerback Artie Burns, pass rusher Barkevious Mingo and offensive lineman Germain Ifedi. Spriggs, a former second-round pick with the Packers, didn’t pan out during his time in Green Bay, and he certainly fits the bill.

Spriggs played in 36 games for the Packers, where he started nine. In those 36 games, Spriggs had 10 penalties, including six false starts during his career with the Packers. He’ll fit right in with Bears left tackle Charles Leno, who was among the league-most in penalties in 2019.

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