The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 71 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. 71 is currently worn by undrafted rookie offensive lineman Robert Haskins, who’s looking to earn a spot on the practice squad. But there have been some memorable players to don the number, including James “Big Cat” Williams and Israel Idonije.
With 71 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 71 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):
OL Robert Haskins: 2023-present
OT Riley Reiff: 2022
OT Jason Peters: 2021
OG Arlington Hambright: 2020
DE Jonathan Harris: 2019
OG Josh Sitton: 2016-17
OT Nick Becton: 2015
DE Israel Idonije: 2004-12
OT James Williams: 1991-2002
OT Caesar Rentie: 1988
OT Jack Oliver: 1987
OT Andy Frederick: 1983-85
OG Perry Hartnett: 1982
OG Rocco Moore: 1980
DL Roger Stillwell: 1975-77
DE Tony McGee: 1971-73
OT Rufus Mayes: 1969
DL Earl Leggett: 1957-65
OT/LB George Connor: 1952-55
