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The Bears claimed two players off waivers Wednesday, turning to their past for one and the defensive coordinator’s past for another.
Cornerback Jaylon Jones, who appeared in 41 games for the Bears the last three years before signing with the Cardinals in March, is rejoining the team. His special teams prowess — he played on three-quarters of their kicks in 2023 and two-thirds last year — will help to make up for the loss of another special teams maven. Running back Travis Homer will start the season on injured reserve and miss at least the first four games.