Duke Shelley
Shelley saw eight more snaps on the Bears defense than I did last season. He started the season as a key contributor on special teams before finding himself in street clothes and really never found a way on the defensive side of the ball. Shelley, the team’s sixth-round draft selection in 2019, seemed destined to be a nickel corner in the NFL, but hasn’t found his opportunity yet as Skrine locked up the spot and didn’t look back.
The former Kansas State Wildcat appeared ready to play a significant role in defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano’s unit. Now, in his second year, Shelley has more competition than ever and will need to standout to secure his spot as more than an occasional special-teams contributor.
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