8 undrafted free agents who could make Chicago Bears' 53-man roster

The Chicago Bears hosted rookie minicamp this weekend, where their seven new draft picks, along with 13 undrafted rookie signings and tryout players, hit the practice field at Halas Hall. Throughout training camp and into Week 1 of the preseason, NFL teams will carry 90 players, all fighting to make the 53-man roster and some onto the 17-player practice squad roster. Chicago had a total of 54 players out for day one of rookie minicamp.

Including the seven picks, the Bears also had 13 undrafted free agents, 24 rookie tryouts, five first-year players, and five veteran tryouts. Now, not all can make the team, but from the intriguing lists of undrafted free agents, here’s who we think could see themselves making the 53-man roster, as well as some top practice squad candidates. OL Caden Barnett Former Wyoming offensive lineman Caden Barnett is an interesting talent as well because of his work ethic and versatility.

Known as the “Vanilla Gorilla,” Barnett should be in play to be near the bottom of the rotation with the guards, but he can certainly make the 53-man roster. Barnett received a $277,500 contract with a $30,000 signing bonus, which already shows the value Chicago sees in him. “He plays the way we want to play it.

So there’s a physical demeanor about him,” coach Ben Johnson said. “That’s what stands out, first and foremost. I think we got a couple really good offensive line coaches.