Five Positive Chicago Bears Performances in Preseason loss to Denver Broncos

5. Cornelius Washington, DE

Washington had impressed in camp leading up to the Bears first preseason game and the results continued during the game. Washington is traditionally a 4-3 defensive end. While most 4-3 DEs translate to 3-4 OLBs, Washington has moved to the 3-4 DE, a position that usually is filled by 4-3 DTs.

Washington had three tackles, including one tackle for loss and he broke into the backfield and wrapped up rookie Paxton Lynch for a sack. The Bears will most likely keep four defensive ends. Akiem Hicks and Jonathan Bullard both should have roster spots and there is a good chance Mitch Unrein grabs another spot. If Washington can outperform the others and grab a roster position, that means both Will Sutton and Ego Ferguson might lose out on a spot on the 53-man roster.