If Roquan Smith wants to get the record-setting contract extension he so badly desires, he’ll have to cross off items on a list longer than Matt Nagy’s old play-call sheet.
Once he participates in team drills during practice, Smith will have to learn a different position, familiarize himself with new teammates and get in shape for the Bears’ Sept. 11 season opener.
And, maybe, play in Saturday’s preseason finale against the Browns.
Defensive coordinator Alan Williams wants Smith to play in Cleveland, but said that call will be made in consultation with general manager Ryan Poles, head coach Matt Eberflus, assistants and even Smith himself.