Chicago Bears rookie defensive tackles Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens got extended playing time in their first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans, as did the backup offensive line.

The young players showed progress but still have a long way to go, while the second-team OL gave us more confidence in the Bears' depth up front.

And Kindle Vildor flew under the radar as a storyline that not many people are talking about.

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