6 of 9

Final Roster: Shea McClellin, Julius Peppers, Israel Idonije, Henry Melton, Stephen Paea, Matt Toeaina

On the Bubble: Corey Wootton, Chauncey Davis, John McCargo, Brian Price, Nate Collins

Outside Looking in: Derek Walker, Cheta Ozougwu, Thaddeus Gibson, Jordan Miller, DeMario Pressley

Final Roster Slots: 9





The Bears have more flexibility on the defensive line than they have had in the last several years, with people able to play multiple positions. Rookie Shea McClellin started at defensive end this week, pushing Israel Idonije into the defensive tackle position from the outside.

Peppers and Melton are locks to make the team. Stephen Paea has been having a great camp, but is missing a little time due to injury. He and Matt Toeaina should both make the team, although Paea has the inside track on the starting position.

Corey Wootton has been doing well and was with the team last season. Davis had some success with the Bears last season, but is far from a lock to make the team. McCargo, Price and Collins have all been brought in from other teams in the hopes of adding depth to the line.

The rest of the group have little or no NFL experience and need to really make a showing if they hope to beat out any of the guys in front of them.