Here’s what Chicago Bears rookies said on the first day of rookie minicamp

The Chicago Bears’ 2022 rookie class took to the field for the first time Friday, albeit in t-shirts and shorts, as members of the Bears. All of this year’s draft picks, undrafted free-agent signings, and a handful of tryouts kicked off a three-day minicamp that will run through May 8.

The headliners this weekend are the first three picks: cornerback Kyler Gordon, safety Jaquan Brisker, and wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. All three spoke with the media Friday, and some of their remarks were shared by ESPN’s Courtney Cronin on Twitter. Check it out.

Kyler Gordon

“what I’m going to do, so, just consistently learning. I do watch a lot of games, and applying it really.”

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 6, 2022

Jaquan Brisker

Jaquan Brisker: “I feel like I’m an old school safety.” Says he likes being physical but also versatile with the ability to play up in the box or back deep.

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 6, 2022

Jaqaun Brisker said his transition to the NFL so far has been a lot easier doing it with fellow 2nd round DB Kyler Gordon, who he also came to Chicago on a top 30 visit with.

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 6, 2022

Velus Jones Jr.

Bears rookie WR Velus Jones Jr. says he’s been talking with Justin Fields over the phone/on FaceTime. “Manifesting what’s to come.” pic.twitter.com/wMAveg6sMA

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 6, 2022

Trestan Ebner

Trestan Ebner on a 1A/1B RB system at Baylor:”You’ve always got somebody with you taking on some of the load.That’s just how we’ve always done things.I’ve never been a selfish person. I always enjoy sharing the backfield and having that kind of partner to have some success with.”

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) May 6, 2022