Perhaps the most underrated part of the offseason is the Chicago Bears undrafted free agent signings. Already GM Ryan Pace has shown it’s possible to get value after the draft. Look at Cameron Meredith, Cre’Von LeBlanc, Bryce Callahan, and John Timu. Players who provided occasional positive plays for the team. There is never any telling what sort of talents can be found.
Well it seems the Bears have made their latest run for 2017. Though more names could be added in the near future, several are already set to join the team. A number of them actually bring some intrigue with them. Enough to wonder whether they might be a hidden gem for the coaching staff to polish.
Here are some that fans should get to know.
Rashaad Coward (NT, Old Dominion)
Defensive line depth was a key for the Bears this offseason and they’ve stayed after it in both free agency periods. Not a surprise given the health concerns surrounding Eddie Goldman. Word is the Bears initially planned to draft Coward in the sixth round but felt fortunate the 6’6″, 310 lbs kid felt out entirely. They pounced quickly. It’s obvious right away that he’s a not only big but surprisingly athletic. He can run down ball carriers, deflect passes and even provide some limited pass rush. Definitely a project worth undertaking.
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