Bears sign first round pick Kyle Long
The Chicago Bears have announced that they signed first round pick, offensive lineman Kyle Long.
LM: #Bears have agreed to terms with first-round pick Kyle Long on four-year deal plus an option.
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) May 18, 2013
With the addition of Long and Jermon Bushrod in the free agency, the Bears have done a nice job of strengthening their line.
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