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5 things to know about new Bears OT Jason Spriggs

The Bears added depth at offensive tackle with the signing of Jason Spriggs. Get to know Chicago’s newest offensive lineman.

The Chicago Bears added depth to their offensive line with the addition of former second-round pick Jason Spriggs. Spriggs, who’s spent his career with the Packers, signed a one-year deal with Chicago on Friday.

While he certainly won’t be competing for a starting job, he’ll provide much-needed depth at a position that was a concern last season. While Spriggs hasn’t lived up to his second-round billing, perhaps new offensive line coach Juan Castillo can salvage some potential left in Spriggs.

Let’s get to know the Bears’ newest offensive lineman:

1. The Bears were interested in Spriggs in 2016 NFL Draft

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It doesn’t seem like a coincidence that the Bears are taking a chance on Spriggs considering general manager Ryan Pace was interested in the former Indiana Hooiser in the 2016 NFL Draft.

The Bears were looking at drafting Spriggs, but Packers general manager Ted Thompson traded up to snag him before Chicago could with the 48th overall pick. Instead of getting Spriggs, the Bears traded back and drafted interior offensive lineman Cody Whitehair with the 56th overall pick.

Considering Spriggs hasn’t lived up to his second-round billing — and Whitehair has earned a second contract — the Bears certainly got the better end of the deal.

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Bears signing former Packers OT Jason Spriggs to 1-year deal

The Bears added depth at offensive tackle with the signing of former 2nd-round pick Jason Spriggs.

Offensive line has been a big concern for the Chicago Bears this offseason. While they have a starting right guard spot open, following Kyle Long’s retirement, they also needed to bring in depth on the offensive line.

The Bears did just that with the signing of former Packers offensive tackle Jason Spriggs to a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Dan Graziano.

While the Packers thought enough of Spriggs potential to trade up to draft him 48th overall in 2016, he never solidified himself as a starter. During his three years in Green Bay, Spriggs was placed on injured reserve for two of them.

Spriggs has suffered through hamstring and knee injuries that cost him time, and he was waived by the Packers last August following another injury in training camp.

Spriggs figures to serve as a swing tackle on the Bears. He has started nine games in relief during his time with the Packers. Spriggs joins Germain Ifedi as the two free-agent offensive linemen added this offseason.

Considering the injuries sustained on the offensive line last season, the Bears needed to add depth on the offensive line.

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