Projecting the 4 Bears tight ends on 53-man roster

Following the trade of Adam Shaheen, we’re projecting the four tight ends that will make the 53-man roster heading into 2020.

2. Cole Kmet

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Second-round tight end Cole Kmet has the chance to make an impact during his rookie season, especially given the importance of the tight end in Nagy’s offense. Kmet has been praised for his ability to grasp the playbook this offseason, and he’s been getting some reps in with quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, who’s been organizing offseason workouts with Bears skill position players in the Chicago area.

Last season with Notre Dame, he set career highs with 43 receptions, 515 yards and six touchdowns. While Kmet will be the primary “Y” or blocking tight end, the Bears will also utilize his pass catching ability in an offense that relies heavily on tight ends.

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