Bears sending former players their game-used jerseys

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Peterson told ChicagoBears.com that receiving the gift put a smile on his face and brought back unforgettable memories of his time with the Bears.


“It was unique that they were able to actually find one of my game-used jerseys,” Peterson said. “That was even more special about getting it.”


In celebration of their 100th season, the Bears are sending game jerseys to their former players—the actual jersey that player wore during his time with the team if possible. They’re in the process of shipping nearly 600 jerseys and hope to eventually send about 500 more.


Former Bears receiver Marcus Robinson also posted a short video on his Facebook page of him opening his box and displaying his old No. 88 jersey. He ends the clip by saying, “Go Bears, baby!”


“It’s a really awesome thing they’re doing for us,” Robinson, who played for the Bears from 1998-2002, told ChicagoBears.com. “I’m really grateful about it. Reading the letter [that accompanied the jersey], they’re trying to reach out to everyone who has played for the Bears organization.”