Bears cornerback position is wide open following Artie Burns signing

Following the acquisition of Artie Burns, the Bears now have three players who have a legitimate opportunity to win the starting CB job.

Tre Roberson

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Tre Roberson went from CFL castoff to hot commodity in just two years. After stints with the Minnesota Vikings in 2016 and 2017, Roberson signed with the Calgary Stampeders and became a CFL star in short order.

After recording 41 tackles, seven interceptions and two touchdowns in 2019, Roberson signed with the Bears over at least nine other offers. His deal was the second-richest contract for a player from the CFL, behind Cameron Wake’s deal with the Miami Dolphins signed in 2009.

Roberson, a former quarterback from Illinois State University, showed he was an opportunistic corner up north against CFL wide receivers. But how will his game translate back to the NFL after a two-year hiatus? It’s difficult to gauge, but given the Bears desire to sign him and uncertainty at the cornerback position, Roberson will have a legitimate shot to win the position. A strong training camp will do him wonders.

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