Add that unique quality to Hester’s new mission to become the Bears’ No. 1 wide receiver and the limits for offensive success become even more intriguing.
“We’re going to ask him to be in on a lot more plays this year. He has to be in top shape,” Bears coach Lovie Smith said. “We will tax his body a little bit more this year.” Special teams coach Dave Toub is rubbing his hands together in anticipation of devising plays to exploit Hester’s skills even more.