It’s been a bumpy ride this offseason in the NFL, but we’re getting closer to the start of the 2020 season as the Chicago Bears are preparing for the start of training camp. Bears rookies are the first to report Tuesday, and there are plenty of players that could make an impact in their rookie seasons.
With the recent news that the NFL has offered the NFLPA zero preseason games, that means less opportunities for some of these rookies, especially the undrafted free agents, to prove themselves with live-game reps.
Still, there are a lot of intriguing rookies to keep an eye on as the Bears start training camp, including some undrafted rookies competing for a roster spot.
Here are eight Bears rookies to watch at training camp.
1. TE Cole Kmet
After an embarrassing outing by tight ends last season, the Bears overhauled the position this offseason. One of the key additions is second-round rookie Cole Kmet, who was the most pro-ready tight end in the NFL Draft and could make a significant impact as a rookie in this offense.
Kmet will occupy the starting “Y” tight end role, as he’s thrived both as a blocker and pass catcher at Notre Dame, and he figures to do the same in Chicago. Despite a virtual offseason, Bears coach Matt Nagy has praised Kmet and his ability to grasp the playbook so early. It certainly helps that Kmet has gotten some reps in with quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, who has been organizing workouts this offseason in the Chicago area.
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