The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 78 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. 78 is currently worn by offensive lineman Kellen Diesch, who could land a spot on the practice squad. But there have been some memorable players to don the number, including Keith Van Horne.
With 78 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 78 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):
OT Kellen Diesch: 2023-present
OG Dakota Dozier: 2022
NT Auzoyah Alufohai: 2021
DE Sam Kamara: 2021
OT Jason Spriggs: 2020
OG Bryan Witzmann: 2018
OG James Brown: 2012
OT Kevin Shaffer: 2009-10
OT John St. Clair: 2005-08
OT Aaron Gibson: 2003-04
OT Blake Brockermeyer: 1999-2001
DE Pat Riley: 1995
OT Keith Van Horne: 1981-1993
OG Bob Newton: 1971-75
DE Harry Gunner: 1970
OL, DL Stan Jones: 1954-65
