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Can Tim Jennings Return to Pro Bowl Form in the Chicago Bears' New Defense?

Chicago Bears cornerback Tim Jennings flourished playing under former head coach Lovie Smith, but the veteran defensive back took a step back last season playing in defensive coordinator Mel Tucker's scheme.

Jennings was a Pro Bowler in 2012 and 2013, but he—along with the entire defense—struggled in 2014, and the coaching staff was let go at the end of the season. According to Jeff Arnold of ChicagoFootball.com, Jennings felt the biggest reason the Bears struggled in 2014 was because they got away from what they were known for on defense, saying:

As a defense, we kind of got away from what we are as the Chicago Bears.