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Chicago Bears: Identifying Practice Squad Players

Every year, fans pick a favorite sleeper or two who they hope to make the Chicago Bears roster. In most cases, that player typically ends up on the practice squad. From Daniel Braverman to Tanner Gentry fans always worry about these players being snagged up and claimed.

The reality is that for a team to claim a player on waivers, that player must sit on the active roster, not join their practice squad. The idea of a player getting claimed is much less common than some think. With that in mind, who are some players who may not make the roster, but have a great chance at the practice squad?