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Bears trade the Patriots Ryan Groy for linebacker Matthew Wells

Bears acquire LB Matthew Wells from Patriots in exchange for offensive lineman Ryan Groy
Bears acquire LB Matthew Wells from Patriots in exchange for offensive lineman Ryan Groy

Today the Chicago Bears traded former undrafted free agent Ryan Groy to the New England Patriots. Many thought it was for an undisclosed draft pick, but that is not the case. The Bears acquired former Mississippi State linebacker Matthew Wells instead. 

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Source: the Patriots traded 2015 6th round LB Matthew Wells to Chicago in the trade for G Ryan Groy.

 

Wells was a sixth round pick a few months ago, but can play both safety and linebacker. Wells boasts sideline-to-sideline speed and athleticism. He was a big-time playmaker for Mississippi State. He’ll have to earn his rookie keep on special teams, but has more upside for the Bears. 

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