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Chicago Bears to sign OL Tyrone Wheatley Jr.

The Bears have reportedly agreed to a deal with OL Tyrone Wheatley Jr., who participated in minicamp on a tryout basis.

The Chicago Bears concluded their mandatory minicamp on Thursday, but still had business to conduct before departing Halas Hall until training camp.

The Bears have reportedly agreed to a deal with free agent offensive lineman Tyrone Wheatley Jr., according to his agent.

Wheatley recently had a tryout with the Bears earlier this week, along with other players such as tight end Jake Butt and defensive lineman Michael Pennel.

Wheatley most recently played for the Blues in the Spring League as an offensive lineman after spending his college career as a tight end. He is the son of former Michigan star running back Tyrone Wheatley.

The team’s newest addition will look to earn a roster spot as a reserve on the offensive line when training camp begins in six weeks.

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The Bears are working kicker Kai Forbath among other special teamers

Chicago is doing their homework on some special teamers, including veteran kicker Kai Forbath, who will have a tryout with the Bears.

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Following a disappointing outing on special teams in Week 5, it’s not a surprise to hear the Chicago Bears are trying out special teamers this week at Halas Hall. Although, they could simply be doing their due diligence in exploring the market.

According to the Chicago Tribune’s Brad Biggs, the Bears are scheduled to host some tryouts for kicker Kai Forbath, snapper Andrew DePaolo and punter Ryan Anderson on Wednesday.

As Biggs noted, it could be the Bears’ front office and coaches’ way of exploring what’s available on the free-agent market. But with Eddy Pineiro still on injured reserve with a groin injury and Cairo Santos’ fair share of struggles through the first quarter — he’s converted 5-of-7 field goals this season — it doesn’t hurt to take a look at what Forbath brings to the table.

Although, Forbath’s had his share of struggles in the kicking game. He was cut by the Dallas Cowboys back on Aug. 1 and has spent time on the Carolina Panthers’ practice squad this season. Most recently, Forbath had a tryout with the Atlanta Falcons.

And, as it does, the Bears’ kicker carousel continues.