5 things to know about new Bears safety Tashaun Gipson

The Bears made their already-dominant defense better with the free-agent signing of veteran safety Tashaun Gipson.

5. Gipson was an undrafted free agent out of Wyoming

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Considering the staying power that Gipson has had in the NFL, it’s hard to imagine that he went undrafted in 2014. The Browns signed him to a three-year deal as an undrafted free agent. During training camp, Gipson competed for the backup free safety spot, and he eventually landed at No. 3 on the depth chart heading into the season. Just one year later, Gipson was the Browns’ starting free safety, where he’s remained for his eight-year career.

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