00:00Big news out of training camp today.
00:02The Chicago Bears have officially signed their ninth overall pick from the 2024 NFL Draft,
00:08wide receiver Rome Odunzi, just as the rookies are reporting to camp.
00:12NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that Odunzi's deal is a four-year contract,
00:16fully guaranteed at $22.7 million, with a fifth-year option.
00:21This signing is a major step for the Bears, securing a top talent
00:25who's expected to make an immediate impact on the field.
00:28General Manager Ryan Poles couldn't contain his excitement on draft night.
00:32He praised Odunzi not only for his skills on the field, but for his character off it.
00:36Odunzi's versatility is a key asset.
00:38He can play inside and outside, excels in contested situations,
00:42and has impressive run-after catchability.
00:45Plus, he's even got experience as a punt returner.
00:48Joining a receiver room with veterans like DJ Moore and Keenan Allen,
00:52Odunzi is poised to become a favorite target for fellow rookie QB Caleb Williams.
00:57His ability to perform in critical moments makes him a reliable option
01:01when the game is on the line.
01:03With Odunzi now signed and ready for his first practice this Saturday,
01:06the team's focus may shift to getting a deal done with Caleb Williams,
01:10the only member of this year's draft class who remains unsigned.
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