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How Long Will it Take for Roquan Smith to Crack Starting Lineup?

Attention all Chicago Bears fans! The wait is finally over! According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, rookie linebacker Roquan Smith has ended his 29-day stalemate with the Bears. The 2018 eighth-overall draft pick has agreed to a four-year contract that is worth a guaranteed $18 million, and includes approximately $11 million in bonuses, according to Schefter.

Bears are giving LB Roquan Smith a four-year, guaranteed $18 million slotted deal, per the CBA. Deal should include about $11 million in form of bonuses.

Smith is the last rookie of the 2018 rookie class to sign with his respective team.