The Chicago Bears will kick off their 2023 regular season against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 10, which is now 79 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. 79 is currently worn by undrafted rookie offensive lineman Gabriel Houy, who will be competing for a spot on the practice squad. But there have been some memorable players to don the number, including Dick Evey.
With 79 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 79 for the Bears (via Pro Football Reference):
OL Gabriel Houy: 2023-present
OG Michael Schofield: 2022
DT Mike Pennel: 2021
DT Damion Square: 2021
OT Alex Taylor: 2021
OT T.J. Clemmings: 2019
OT Bradley Sowell: 2017-18
C Ryan Groy: 2014
OT Jonathan Scott: 2012
OL Steve Edwards: 2002-05
OT Jerry Wisne: 1999
OT Louis Age: 1992
OG Kurt Becker: 1982-90
OG Emanuel Zanders: 1981
OT Lionel Antoine: 1972-78
DE John Hoffman: 1971
OT/DT Dick Evey: 1964-69
OT Art Anderson: 1961-62
OT/DT Dick Klein: 1958-59
