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The Bears’ use of wide receiver DJ Moore at running back no longer is an experiment or a novelty. Nobody, including the Raiders on Sunday, will be surprised to see him in the backfield.
It’s now a regular part of the offense. Moore isn’t dabbling anymore; he’s playing two positions.
Moore called it simply part of his “daily routine” and said he’s happy to do what’s needed.
“I’m cool with it,” he said. “It gets everybody on the field and keeps the defense off balance.”
The role is partly because Moore is a savvy and talented runner, but also because coach Ben Johnson simply doesn’t have what he needs at the position.