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Watch the moment Jesper Horsted and Caleb Johnson learn they’ve made Bears’ 53-man roster

We dare you not to smile watching Jesper Horsted and Caleb Johnson learn they’ve made the Bears’ 53-man roster.

The NFL’s final roster cut day can be a grueling process for players, when teams trim their roster from 80 to 53 players. Usually, when players are called into a meeting with the general manager and head coach, it’s to tell them they’re being let go.

But in the latest episode of 1920 Football Drive, the Bears’ behind-the-scenes series that’s taken fans inside training camp, general manager Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy wanted to highlight the good that comes with building the 53-man roster.

There were a couple of roster-bubble players who made the cut in tight end Jesper Horsted and linebacker Caleb Johnson — both of whom impressed during preseason — and Pace and Nagy wanted to deliver the news personally. And it was amazing.

Watch both Horsted and Johnson learn they’ve achieved their goal of making the 53-man roster and we dare you not to smile.

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10 Bears players to watch during Saturday’s preseason finale vs. Titans

Heading into the final week of preseason, there are some roster spots still up for grabs. Here are some Bears we’ll be watching vs. Titans.

The preseason comes to a close this weekend for the Chicago Bears as they travel south to take on the Tennessee Titans. As of now, the game is still scheduled to take place, as the Titans are currently experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak. At least nine individuals have tested positive for the virus, including head coach Mike Vrabel.

Assuming the game proceeds as planned, the Bears have quite a few players worth watching as they prepare for their final big audition to make the 53-man roster. Here are 10 players I’m keeping my eye on this Saturday night.

Check out newest Notre Dame football players arrive on campus

This weekend was huge for incoming Notre Dame football early enrolling football players, they have arrived on campus.

This weekend was a big one for incoming Notre Dame football members of the 2021 class. They have finally arrived on campus and will begin their Irish football journeys. Take a look at some of the fresh as they make it to their dorms.

 

Signed: Notre Dame offensive tackle Caleb Johnson

Florida offensive tackle Caleb Johnson has signed with Notre Dame.

Florida’s Caleb Johnson, six-foot-seven-inches and 295-pounds, signed his letter of intent with Notre Dame today.

247Sports composite ranking: 324

247Sports positional composite ranking: 24

Welcome to the Irish family Caleb Johnson!

Scouts view: Notre Dame’s newest commit OT Caleb Johnson

What to expect from Notre Dame’s newest commit, offensive lineman Caleb Johnson from Florida.

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Brian Kelly and his staff have been hard at work on the recruiting trail and that work has paid off handily this past week. First it was Philip Riley coming back to the 2021 class, then kicker Josh Bryan, yesterday it was a two-fer with linebacker Kahanu Kia  and now Caleb Johnson.

The flip of Johnson from Auburn is solidifying the offensive line class, which now has tackles Blake Fisher and Joe Alt, guards Rocco Spindler and Pat Coogan.

Let’s take a look at what to expect from the latest Irish commit Johnson.

A massive tackle who moves his feet extremely well, constantly finishing his block. When he’s not taking down the opposing lineman, Johnson is able to get to the second level allowing his backs to get more yardage. Surprisingly nimble, Johnson is able to pull on some running plays and also lead block on screen plays. Shows great versatility as he has played guard and tackle. His size screams tackle, but if that doesn’t work out, Johnson could be a road grader at guard.

Another player with massive upside, as evident by his Alabama and LSU offers, don’t be confused by the 3-star ranking. There is potential that he could see the field early, but I bet he get’s some freshman playing time, but saves a year by playing under the 4 games to keep his redshirt.

Johnson is another big time addition to the 2021 Notre Dame recruiting class, another piece to an already impressive offensive line haul.

Don’t forget to check out our latest recruiting update, the current commitment list and our FIW exclusive interview with 2021 offensive line commit Pat Coogan.

Notre Dame football: red hot run continues as Caleb Johnson commits

Notre Dame football wins again during their bye week, this time flipping an Auburn football commitment to the Irish. Hello, Caleb Johnson!

One of the questions asked by some after Notre Dame upset Clemson less than two weeks ago wasn’t about what it meant for the Fighting Irish program on the field in 2020, but what it meant down the road, specifically in recruiting.

Just 13 days since the 47-40, two overtime classic that saw Notre Dame knock off No. 1 for the first time in 27 years, the returns are already massive.

Notre Dame has started turning that win and the successes of 2020 on the field onto victories in the recruiting world as Philip Riley, Jr. switched his commitment from USC to the Irish earlier this week and then the likes of kicker Josh Bryan and outside linebacker Kahanu Kia announced commitments as well.

Then on Thursday night Notre Dame saw another big-time prospect flip from a football powerhouse and commit to the Irish instead as offensive tackle Caleb Johnson became commitment number 23 in the 2021 recruiting class.

Johnson had committed to Auburn back in May but had a change of heart that will see him be another massive piece on what is an absolute haul of a recruiting class on the offensive line.

Johnson is listed at 6-7, 295 pounds, and comes from Trinity Catholic High School in Ocala, Florida.  He has a three-star grade according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings.

Related: Meet Notre Dame’s 2021 Recruiting Class

As well as Auburn, Johnson held offers from more than 35 programs including big-time programs like Alabama, LSU, Miami, Penn State and plenty of others.

Johnson joins an offensive line class that already includes five-star tackle Blake Fisher, four-star guard Rocco Splinder as well as Minneapolis tackle Joe Alt and Chicago guard Pat Coogan.

Friday Big 12 morning rush: Headlines from around the conference

Longhorns Wire brings you the latest news from the Big 12 Conference. Thursday morning’s headlines are from the Herald-Banner and 247Sports.

Each morning Longhorns Wire brings you the latest news from around the Big 12 Conference. Thursday morning’s headlines are courtesy of the Herald-Banner and 247Sports.

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Oklahoma gains commitment from three-star ATH Caleb Johnson

Three-star athlete Caleb Johnson committed to play for Oklahoma on Thursday, marking the 12th commitment for Lincoln Riley’s 2021 class

Three-star athlete Caleb Johnson committed to play for Oklahoma on Thursday, marking the 12th commitment for Lincoln Riley’s 2021 class.

Johnson chose the Sooners over schools like Alabama, Florida, Florida State, LSU, Texas A&M, TCU and Tennessee.

At 6-foot, 180-pounds, Johnson plays receiver at Greenville High School in South Carolina, but was recruited by the Sooners to play defensive back.

Greenville head coach Darren Duke said he thinks Johnson is extremely versatile.

“I think his skill set gives him an opportunity to play on both sides of the ball.” He told the Herald Banner. “Offense, defense, special teams. He’s got some ability in every one of those areas.”

Johnson said he’s willing to play wherever will get him further.

“They have a great education program and a great athletic program as well,” Johnson told the Herald Banner. “Right now they’re recruiting me at defensive back… I can play both… Really, I just want to play. Whichever one gets me the furthest.”

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Big-Time Notre Dame O-Line Target Chooses Auburn

Caleb Johnson, a four-star offensive tackle from Florida made is college decision Friday and it came as a blow to Notre Dame.

For the second time in ten days one of Notre Dame’s most desired targets in the 2021 recruiting class has chosen to take his talents elsewhere.  Last week it was star running back Will Shipley choosing Clemson over the Irish, Friday afternoon it was offensive tackle Caleb Johnson committing to Auburn over Notre Dame.

The four-star offensive tackle chose Auburn and again, Notre Dame misses out on the second tackle they’ve been trying so hard to add to their ’21 class.  His commitment to Auburn bumps the Tigers from 48 in the 247Sports team rankings all the way to 35 as he’s their sixth overall commitment in the class.

You may see Johnson being a Florida guy staying in the southeast, but he grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana which gave many hope that he’d one day wear Notre Dame’s blue and gold uniforms.

The Notre Dame class remains at ten commitments with tackle Blake Fisher and guard Pat Coogan being the two on the offensive line.  Not that they aren’t already but I’d expect it to be all systems go on Pennsylvania product Nolan Rucci, a five-star tackle who recently included Notre Dame in his top nine.

Georgia football offers scholarship to Caleb Johnson

Georgia football recruiting is going strong as Kirby Smart and UGA offered Caleb Johnson of the 2021 class.

The Georgia Bulldogs have extended a scholarship offer to 2021 prospect Caleb Johnson.

Johnson is a 3-star wide receiver out of Greenville, Texas.

247Sports has him as the nation’s 77th ranked wide receiver and No. 74 ranked player in Texas. 247 does not have national rankings available for Johnson at the moment.

Johnson is a speedster who is able to play on both sides of the ball.

At 5-foot-10, 170-pounds, he ran a 10.58 in the 100 meters early on this spring prior to the lockdown.

In addition to Georgia offering Johnson, Texas A&M sent an offer on Sunday. Oklahoma offered on Saturday and LSU on Friday.

Expect Johnson to climb up the rankings as more powerhouse programs begin to take notice.