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Former Bears lineman signs with Vikings

Will Sutton doesn't have to move far.

The former Bears defensive lineman is staying in the NFC North after signing with the Minnesota Vikings this week:

We have signed DT Will Sutton (@SweetTeaWillie) and waived Toby Johnson.

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Sutton — the former third-round pick (82nd overall) in 2014 — was released by the Bears earlier this month.

The 25-year-old played in 36 games over his Bears career, including 18 starts. He appeared in just eight contests in 2017 (six starts).