The Chicago Bears are bringing some championship pedigree back home. On Saturday, the team signed veteran wide receiver Scotty Miller, a Barrington, Illinois native who impressed during rookie minicamp tryouts.
Miller is best known for his four-year stint with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he won a Super Bowl ring in the 2020 season. That year also marked his most productive campaign, as he racked up 501 receiving yards and three touchdowns while serving as a deep threat for Tom Brady's offense.
General Manager Ryan Poles has been busy casting a wide net this offseason, and the rookie minicamp was no exception. The Bears brought in over a dozen undrafted free agents, including notable names like Louisville quarterback Miller Moss, Florida State receiver Squirrel White, and Iowa tight end Hayden Large. But it was Miller—a proven veteran with Super Bowl experience—who stood out enough to earn a contract.
Miller's addition brings a vertical element to a revamped Bears receiving corps. While he may not be a household name like Deebo Samuel—whom one ESPN writer recently floated as a slot receiver solution—Miller offers reliable depth and a winning mentality that could pay dividends in the locker room.
For a Bears team looking to build around their young core, adding a hometown hero with a ring is a smart, low-risk move that could pay off big when the games matter most.
