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Alyssa Barbieri

83 days till Bears season opener: Every player to wear No. 83 for Chicago

The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 83 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. 83 is currently worn by wide receiver Daurice Fountain, who could be competing for a spot on the practice squad. But there have been some memorable players to don the number, including Willie Gault and Martellus Bennett.

With 83 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 83 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):

WR Daurice Fountain: 2022-present

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WR Dazz Newsome: 2021-22

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WR Javon Wims: 2018-20

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WR Daniel Braverman: 2016

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TE Martellus Bennett: 2013-15

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WR Max Komar: 2011

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WR Mike Hass: 2007

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WR David Terrell: 2001-04

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WR Macey Brooks: 1999-2000

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WR Eric Smith: 1997

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WR Michael Timpson: 1995-96

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WR Terry Obee: 1993

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WR Eric Wright: 1991-92

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WR Glen Kozlowski: 1987

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WR Lawrence Wright: 1987

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WR Willie Gault: 1983-87

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TE Brooks Williams: 1981

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WR Kris Haines: 1979-81

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WR Golden Richards: 1978-79

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WR Steve Rivera: 1977

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WR Randy Burks: 1976

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WR Charlie Wade: 1974

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K Mac Percival: 1967-73

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K Roger LeClerc: 1962-66

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