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Langford ready to become No. 1 back

knows that he has big shoes to fill, but the 2015 fourth-round pick is undaunted by the challenge of replacing Matt Forte as the Bears' No. 1 running back.

"I feel ready," Langford said. "I learned a lot last year from Matt. I think it's going to help going into [this] season. I'm ready. I've just got to continue to learn and get better."

The Bears' faith in Langford and 2014 fourth-round pick Ka'Deem Carey played a major role in their decision not to offer a contract to Forte, who has since signed with the New York Jets.