For the first time in Kyle Long's career, he has to take it slow. He was an example of durability for his first three NFL seasons, making the Pro Bowl each year while missing only one game. A shoulder injury limited him last summer, before a broken ankle in Tampa Bay ended his season, leading to a surgery and a brutal recovery.
Long is now in his fifth season with the Bears, and he is far and away the most popular player in Chicago thanks in part to his play, but also his strong social media presence and interaction with fans.