Cedric Benson
Cedric Benson attended Robert E. Lee High School in Midland, Texas, and finished his career with 8,423 rushing yards in his career (the most in Texas 5A history and the fourth most in Texas high school football history). He led his team to three consecutive State Championships, and rushed for a total of 15 touchdowns in the three championship games.1
Spencer was smitten, too, telling Forte before he left their meeting earlier this month in New Orleans that he was the back the Bears were looking at who best fit the team’s needs. So when the 44th pick came around, it was no surprise the Bears tabbed Forte, the Tulane standout, as the man to push and more likely replace Cedric Benson.2
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears RB Cedric Benson (leg) underwent successful surgery on his fractured left leg Thursday, Nov. 29. Due to Benson’s struggles earlier this season and with his recent injury, he could miss out on nearly $4 million in bonuses and escalators in his contract.3
The Chicago Bears Cedric Benson Premier jersey from Reebok?is made of heavier fabric, with nylon diamond weave mesh. It’s decorated in the team colors and showcases the embroidered NFL? Equipment patch at the point on the v-neck collar.4