VIDEO: Braxton Jones continues his stellar training camp as the starting left tackle
One of the surprises of training camp so far has clearly been rookie LT Braxton Jones. He has been impressing everyone ever since he stepped foot at Hallas Hall.
Jones impressed Bears coaches while working as the starting left tackle in the final six offseason practices. After the summer hiatus, he has carried that momentum into training camp while still taking first-team reps.
"Every day, I continue to learn and compete," Jones said. "That's the biggest thing. Just because I'm running with the ones doesn't mean anything changes. That might change up who's in front of me, but that doesn't matter. For me, it's still the same. I go full speed. I'm trying to work on my tight hands. I'm trying to get better every day.
Here is a report from Chris Maltby, who was present for today's practice:
For those wondering: #Bears OL Braxton Jones is the real deal and is showing it at training camp.
With an enticing size and good length, Jones has been exploding out of a starting stance in these drills.
Ryan Poles may have found a really good one here.
With an enticing size and good length, Jones has been exploding out of a starting stance in these drills.
Ryan Poles may have found a really good one here.
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