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It's up to DC Dennis Allen to get most out of athletic draft picks

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Linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II’s eyes widened as he explained the whirlwind of information that came his way Friday at Bears rookie minicamp.

“Day 1 was a little everywhere for me, personally,” the fourth-round pick said Saturday.

But Day 2, Hyppolite said, was better, thanks to a walkthrough after practice that calmed him down. Learning an NFL playbook takes time.

The Bears bet big in the draft on athleticism on defense, hoping coordinator Dennis Allen can coach the players up.