No. 18 is currently worn by tight end Robert Tonyan, who is expected to play a key role on offense. Other players to wear the number include Mike Tomczak, Kyle Orton and Joe Stydahar.
With 18 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 18 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):
TE Robert Tonyan: 2023-present
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WR Dante Pettis: 2022
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WR David Moore: 2022
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TE Jesse James: 2021
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WR Taylor Gabriel: 2018-19
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WR Tre McBride: 2017
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WR Micheal Spurlock: 2014
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WR Dane Sanzenbacher: 2011-12
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QB Kyle Orton: 2005-08
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PK Chris Boniol: 1999
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QB Steve Stenstrom: 1996-98
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WR Greg Primus: 1994
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QB Mike Tomczak: 1985-90
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QB Joe Barnes: 1974
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DB Jerry Moore: 1971-72
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QB Ronnie Knox: 1957
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C/LB Fred Negus: 1950
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FB Joe Osmanski: 1946-49
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T/K Joe Stydahar: 1945
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