While we count down the days until training camp we are also counting down the Chicago Bears roster from the 90th man to the best. This is looking at how influential these players will be to the 2022 roster.
We are on our way down the roster, and today we look at number 78.
Chicago Bears 2022 roster ranking: No. 78 Jon Alexander
Jon Alexander is a rookie UDFA from Charlotte, who played safety. He started his career at Kansas State, but when opted out of the COVID season, he came back to see that he may not have the same role on the defense.
That caused him to spend his last season at Charlotte. Alexander did not get invited to the NFL combine, and at his pro day, scouts realized why. Below you can see how he compares to an overage safety.
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When you look at his size, you realize he is taller and heavier than a typical safety, which does hurt his athleticism. Still, this also may be pointing him to being a linebacker in the NFL more than a safety.
When you look at the Bears roster, you could certainly see him competing to make a spot at the WILL.
His versatility and size are likely what intrigued the Chicago Bears to bring him in. That is also what pushes him up to 78 on our list. The Bears may think that a year on the practice squad is justified given they are asking him to change positions.
He may not make the active roster, but most of the players this low on the list are also unlikely to make the practice squad, either.
With that in mind, Alexander just having a chance to make the practice squad helps. Still, that is only an off chance, and he is more likely to get cut and bounce around this summer. That is why he is at 78th.