Bears Assign Jersey Numbers For All New Players

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On Wednesday, the Chicago Bears handed out jersey numbers to their new players. Of the fresh faces, 11 are members of their 2022 NFL Draft class. But the reveal didn’t come without the Bears’ social media team having a little bit of fun with the fans.

Who wants 'em? pic.twitter.com/I53kN65wYK

— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) May 4, 2022

Ultimately, the team did reveal jersey numbers for all 11 draft picks. Additionally, each offseason free-agent signing’s number selection is also available via the Bears website.

As requested: pic.twitter.com/5uoSNi4ba0

— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) May 4, 2022

Let’s revisit the most recent and most notable players to wear these numbers.

2022 Draft Class

Kyler Gordon (CB): #6

• Last worn: Danny Trevathan (2021)
• Notables: Jay Cutler (2009-2016), Kevin Butler (1985-1995)

Jaquan Brisker (S): #9

• Last worn: Nick Foles (2020-2021)
• Notables: Robbie Gould (2005-2015), Jim McMahon (1982-1988)

Velus Jones Jr. (WR): #12

• Last worn: Allen Robinson (2018-2021)
• Notables: Josh McCown (2013), Caleb Hanie (2009-2011), Erik Kramer (1994-1998)

Trenton Gill (P): #16

• Last worn: Pat O’Donnell (2014-2021)
• Notables: Mark Bradley (2005-2008), Todd Sauerbrun (1995-1999)

Trestan Ebner (RB): #31

• Last worn: Artavis Pierce (2021)
• Notables: Nathan Vasher (2004-2009), Rashaan Salam (1995-1997)

Elijah Hicks (S): #37

• Last worn: Teez Tabor (2021)
• Notables: Bryce Callahan (2015-2018), Jason McKie (2003-2009), Tony Parrish (1998-2001)

Doug Kramer (C): #68

• Last worn: James Daniels (2018-2021)
• Notables: Matt Slauson (2013-2015), Frank Omiyale (2009-2011), Jim Flanigan (1994)

Ja’Tyre Carter (OL): #69

• Last worn: Rashaad Coward (2017-2020)
• Notables: Jared Allen (2014-2015), Henry Melton (2010-2013), Fred Miller (2005-2008)

Braxton Jones (OL): #70

• Last worn: Elijah Wilkinson (2021)
• Notables: Bobby Massie (2016-2020), Alfonso Boone (2001-2006)

Zachary Thomas (OL): #74

• Last worn: Germain Ifedi (2020-2021)
• Notables: Jermon Bushrod (2013-2015), Chris Williams (2008-2012), Rueben Brown (2004-2007), Jimbo Covert (1983-1990)

Dominique Robinson (LB): #91

• Last worn: Eddie Goldman (2015-2021)
• Notables: Tommie Harris (2004-2010), David Bass (2013-2014) John Thierry (1997-1998)

Offseason Acquisitions

• Ryan Winslow (P): #8
• Byron Pringle (WR): #13
• Trevor Siemian (QB): #15
• David Moore (WR): #18
• Equanimeous St. Brown (WR): #19
• Darrynton Evans (RB): #21
• Lamar Jackson (CB): #23
• Trevon Young (CB): #25
• Dane Cruikshank (S): #29
• Khari Blasingame (FB): #35
• Noah Dawkins (LB): #38
• Greg Stroman Jr. (CB): #39
• Matt Adams (LB): #44
• Joe Thomas (LB): #45
• Nicholas Morrow (LB): #53
• Al-Quadin Muhammad (DE): #55
• Lucas Patrick (C): #62
• Willie Wright (OT): #64
• Julien Davenport (OT): #71
• Dakota Dozier (OG): #78
• James O’Shaughnessy (TE): #80
• Ryan Griffin (TE): #84
• Justin Jones (DT): #93

Obviously, these numbers are subject to change since the season is still four months away from kicking off. In fact, players often change numbers between May and September, most frequently after training camp.

Chicago Bears Retired Numbers: 14 Legends

Just as well, the Bears have 14 retired numbers. The following numbers won’t grace the gridiron again in honor of the following legendary players. Hopefully, there are a few more to come on this list in the future.

• Bronko Nagurski: #3
• George McAfee: #5
• George Halas: #7
• Willie Galimore: #28
• Walter Payton: #34
• Gale Sayers: #40
• Brian Piccolo: #41
• Sid Luckamn: #42
• Dick Butkus: #51
• Bill Hewitt: #56
• Bill George: #61
• Clyde Turner: #66
• Red Grange: #77
• Mike Ditka: #89

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