Former Cleveland Browns first-round pick Jedrick Wills Jr. is signing a one-year contract with the Chicago Bears, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The veteran offensive tackle joins Chicago after spending the first four seasons of his professional career in Cleveland.
Jedrick Wills Jr. was originally selected with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Alabama. During his tenure with the Browns, he appeared in and started 53 games, primarily serving as the team's starting left tackle. His 2023 campaign was limited to eight games after he suffered a significant knee injury in November that required season-ending surgery.
The addition of Jedrick Wills Jr. provides the Chicago Bears with a high-pedigree tackle to bolster their offensive line depth. On a one-year deal, Wills will have the opportunity to prove his health and performance level as he enters a new chapter in the NFC North and looks to protect the pocket for the Bears' offense.
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