Tight Ends
Gained:
- TE Jimmy Graham
- TE Cole Kmet (rookie)
- TE Demetrius Harris
- TE Eric Saubert
- TE Darion Clark
Lost:
- TE Trey Burton
- TE Adam Shaheen
- TE Ben Braunecker
Last season, the Bears tight ends group was one of the collective worst in hte NFL. Which is why Chicago ultimately chose to part ways with Trey Burton, Adam Shaheen and Ben Braunecker. Heading into 2020, the Bears’ top three tight ends are all brand new to the team. Second-round rookie Cole Kmet and free agent additions Jimmy Graham and Demetrius Harris were brought in to rewrite the narrative — and production — surrounding Bears tight ends.
The Bears also return two young players in J.P. Holtz and Jesper Horsted, who saw some playing time late last season when Burton, Shaheen and Braunecker all landed on injured reserve. One or both will have a chance to earn a roster spot, and they both have a lot of upside.
The verdict: Upgrade