Bears writer very excited about our new punter!
The Chicago Bears selected Punter Trenton Gill in the 7th round of the draft a few months ago. All signs point towards him being the starter in Week 1 this year.
Well, Bears writer Jacob Infante had to say on his addition to the Bears:
If you're a kicker or punter playing for the #Bears, you need to have a strong leg to withstand the harsh winters.
Rookie Trenton Gill gets serious distance behind his punts and can push the ball down the field. His big leg and improving touch makes him a great fit in Chicago.
Rookie Trenton Gill gets serious distance behind his punts and can push the ball down the field. His big leg and improving touch makes him a great fit in Chicago.
I 100% agree with that assessment.
Here is what Ryan Fedrau said in his player position preview:
With the loss of Pat O'Donnell, rookie punter Trenton Gill will take over. Gill played three seasons at North Carolina State before being drafted in the seventh round by the Bears. In 2021, Gill led the ACC in most punts, (65), and most punting yards, (2,928). He also averaged the most yards per punt in both 2019, (47.6), and 2021, (45). He ended his college career as the leader in yards per punt in NCAA history with 45.8 yards per punt. Along with being the team's punter, Gill will hold kicks for Santos.
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