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Bears rookie Logan Jones looks to challenge Garrett Bradbury for center role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:17 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Bears rookie Logan Jones looks to challenge Garrett Bradbury for center role
Summary

The Chicago Bears are evaluating rookie center Logan Jones as he competes for the starting job against Garrett Bradbury entering training camp. Bradbury, acquired from the New England Patriots, takes the initial top spot on the depth chart after the retirement of Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman. Jones, selected in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, aims to showcase his skills during the preseason and potentially secure a starting position. The Bears' staff values player development, which might create an opportunity for Jones if he performs well throughout the season.

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  • •Drew Dalman retired unexpectedly, prompting changes at center for the Bears.
  • •Garrett Bradbury was traded for a fifth-round pick to fill the gap.
  • •Logan Jones enters camp as the second-string center.
  • •Coaching staff emphasizes development, especially on the offensive line.
  • •Preseason performance will be critical for Jones' chances to start.
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  • 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — Can Bears rookie Logan Jones steal starting job from Garrett Bradbury?
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The Chicago Bears have a young center in Logan Jones, who can come in and beat out Garrett Bradbury for the starting center job as a rookie.

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