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Alyssa Barbieri

26 days till Bears season opener: Every player to wear No. 26 for Chicago

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The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 26 days away.

From now until the start of the season, we’ll be counting down each day by revisiting the players who have worn that specific jersey number.

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No. 26 is currently worn by cornerback Michael Ojemudia, who’s competing for a spot on the 53-man roster. Other players to wear the number include Matt Suhey and Bennie McRae.

With 26 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 26 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):

CB Michael Ojemudia: 2023-present

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CB Justin Layne: 2022

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S Deon Bush: 2016-22

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DB Antrel Rolle: 2015

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CB Tim Jennings: 2010-14

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CB Trumaine McBride: 2007-09

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CB Daven Holly: 2005

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CB Todd McMillon: 2000-04

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DB Jermaine Jones: 1999

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DB John Manhum: 1990-98

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FB Matt Suhey: 1980-89

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RB Carl Garrett: 1973-74

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HB/CB Bennie McRae: 1962-70

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S Charlie Sumner: 1955-60

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G Dick Barwegen: 1950-51

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E Joe Abbey: 1948

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T Al Hoptowit: 1942-45

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G Al Baisi: 1940-46

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DE Chuck Apolskis: 1938

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G/T Kay Bell: 1937

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OL/DL Dub Miller: 1935

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C Bert Pearson: 1929-34

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C Ernie Vick: 1927-28

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HB Johnny Mohardt: 1925

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