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
WR Dazz Newsome: 2021-22
WR Javon Wims: 2018-20
WR Daniel Braverman: 2016
TE Martellus Bennett: 2013-15
WR Max Komar: 2011
WR Mike Hass: 2007
WR David Terrell: 2001-04
WR Macey Brooks: 1999-2000
WR Eric Smith: 1997
WR Michael Timpson: 1995-96
WR Terry Obee: 1993
WR Eric Wright: 1991-92
WR Glen Kozlowski: 1987
WR Lawrence Wright: 1987
WR Willie Gault: 1983-87
TE Brooks Williams: 1981
WR Kris Haines: 1979-81
WR Golden Richards: 1978-79
WR Steve Rivera: 1977
WR Randy Burks: 1976
WR Charlie Wade: 1974
K Mac Percival: 1967-73
K Roger LeClerc: 1962-66
END Bill McColl: 1952-59
