The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 68 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.
No. 68 is currently worn by offensive lineman Doug Kramer, who’s looking to earn a roster spot. But there have been some memorable players to don the number, including Jim Osbourne and James Daniels.
With 68 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 68 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):
C Doug Kramer: 2022-present
OG James Daniels: 2018-21
OT Matt McCants: 2016
OG Matt Slauson: 2013-15
OT Frank Omiyale: 2009-11
OG Anthony Oakley: 2007
OG Bryan Anderson: 2004
DE Carl Reeves: 1996-98
DT Jim Flanigan: 1994
OT Chris Dyko: 1989
DE Sean McInerney: 1987
OT Paul Blair: 1986-87
DT Jim Osbourne: 1972-84
OG Howard Mudd: 1969-70
C/LS George Burman: 1964
OG John Badaczewski: 1953
OG Jerry Stautberg: 1951
