•Early returns: He started eight games, probably more than the Bears anticipated. Certainly Grasu's debut in Week 5 occurred earlier than planned. The decision for him to replace injured veteran Will Montgomery might have cost the 2015 offense, but it was made with the future in mind. Grasu's heralded athleticism occasionally showed in how he climbed to the second level in the run game. The Bears continue to tout his work ethic and high character.