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The Bears signed nine undrafted free agents Thursday in advance of the start of rookie minicamp practices Friday.
They are:
- Western Kentucky quarterback Austin Reed
- Howard running back Ian Wheeler
- Troy defensive back Reddy Stewart
- UCLA linebacker Carl Jones
- James Madison defensive end Jamree Kromah
- British Columbia tackle Theo Benedet
- Illinois defensive tackle Keith Randolph Jr.
- Louisiana-Lafayette wide receiver Peter LeBlanc
- Kentucky tight end Brendan Bates
In order to have enough players to run two camp practices this week, the Bears will also bring in 24 rookies for tryouts.