Bears 2020 training camp preview: Linebackers

The Chicago Bears linebacker corps figures to be a strength on defense, but are there depth concerns on the roster?

OLB Barkevious Mingo

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The Bears added some depth at outside linebacker with the free-agent acquisition of Barkevious Mingo, who will be assuming the role vacated by the departed Aaron Lynch. Mingo, a former sixth overall selection by the Cleveland Browns in 2013, was a good-value addition for a Bears team running low on salary cap space.

Mingo’s best season came with the Seattle Seahawks in 2018, where he started 14 games and notched a career-best 48 tackles, as well as one sack, one pass defensed and two forced fumbles. He’s also been a reliable special teams player over the years, which makes him even more valuable.

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