As the Chicago Bears go into training camp, all eyes are going to be on the offensive side of the ball and for various reasons. Ben Johnson's first year, Caleb Williams' Year 2 leap and all of the weapons are more than enough reason to keep your attention glued on that unit.
But, one player who hasn't been talked about at all and still deserves a bit of props is the "other" TCU wide receiver: JP Richardson.
Most of the attention, pre-draft, was on Jack Bech and Savion Williams. But, Richardson was a constant for the Horned Frogs and comes into the league having caught a pass in 40 straight collegiate games.
Now, we're about to talk about some aspects which make Richardson an intriguing player to watch in camp. But, he still faces a very difficult road ahead if he wants any legitimate chance at making the roster.
JP Richardson has a shot to make an impact in one key area at Bears training camp
Maybe the one area Richardson could make some noise is on special teams, where he excelled in college. Last season, he averaged 11.0 yards per punt return which was good for second in the Big 12 and 10th in the nation.
The Bears have had some issues, in recent years, finding solid return men and specifically on punt return.
Richardson will have to leapfrog other players like Tyler Scott, Miles Boykin, Maurice Alexander and Samori Toure. But, if he can make some plays on special teams both in camp and the preseason, don't be surprised if he catches the attention of Ben Johnson.
If the Bears keep six wide receivers, it wouldn't be crazy to think they move on from Scott, who has unfortunately been a disappointment since coming in as a fourth-round pick two years ago.
The rest of Richardson's competition, for that final spot, includes players who have largely been practice squad candidates at best.
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Never say never. His road is still a tough one, but maybe, just maybe, Richardson can shuffle the end of the depth chart in the coming weeks.