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Kalif Raymond mentors young Bears receivers at training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Kalif Raymond mentors young Bears receivers at training camp

Summary

At Halas Hall, Chicago Bears rookie Zavion Thomas shares that he has been closely following veteran receiver Kalif Raymond during training camp. Coach Ben Johnson encouraged Thomas to observe Raymond, who has become an influential figure for the Bears' young receiving corps. Raymond, who is set to turn 32, brings valuable experience after strong seasons in Detroit under Johnson's guidance. His willingness to train and share knowledge with teammates, including Thomas, exemplifies his commitment to the team's success despite competing for the same role. Training camp continues as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Zavion Thomas follows Kalif Raymond's training methods at Bears camp.
•Raymond, a veteran, is expected to be a key mentor for younger players.
•He brings previous success from time spent with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.
•Training camp at Halas Hall continues as the Bears focus on team cohesion.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Young Chicago Bears receivers latch on to veteran Kalif Raymond: ‘I’ve been staying on his hip’

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On Zavion Thomas’ first day at Halas Hall, coach Ben Johnson had some advice for the Chicago Bears rookie. “(We) have a guy named Kalif, I want you to follow him around, I want you to do everything that he does,” Thomas recalled Johnson telling him. In the months since, that’s exactly what Thomas has done. “I’ve been staying on his hip,” Thomas said. Photos: Chicago Bears put on the pads at ...
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