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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Mark Potash

Justin Jones feeling at home in Bears’ defense

Defensive tackle Justin Jones (93) played four seasons with the Chargers — starting 35 games the past three seasons — before signing with the Bears. (Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times, Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times)

Matt Eberflus’ defense is all about putting the right player in the right spot. Under general manager Ryan Poles and Eberflus, the Bears have been very specific about what they like, what they don’t like and finding the perfect fit to bring out the best in players — from established stars to high-potential rookies to low-profile NFL grinders.

So it’s no surprise that defensive tackle Justin Jones feels more at home here than he ever has in his five seasons in the NFL as the 3-technique in the Bears’ defense under Eberflus and defensive coordinator Alan Williams. He was productive as a three-year starter with the Chargers. He can be better here. 

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