Chicago Bears hold training camp competition at center position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Chicago Bears are hosting a training camp competition at center, featuring veteran Garrett Bradbury and rookie Logan Jones. Head coach Ben Johnson confirmed the contest following the abrupt retirement of Pro Bowler Drew Dalman earlier this spring. Bradbury, acquired from the New England Patriots, brings experience from 105 career games, while Jones, the Bears’ 57th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, has garnered attention for his strong collegiate performance at Iowa. Both players will be evaluated during training camp, with implications for the team's immediate and long-term plans at the position.
- •Garrett Bradbury is a veteran with 105 career starts.
- •Logan Jones was selected 57th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Drew Dalman's retirement created an unexpected vacancy at center.
- •The competition is vital for Bears' immediate and future offensive strategy.
- •Training camp began for the Bears at Halas Hall on July 29, 2026.
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