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    Wayne Matthews III

    WayneMatthews III

    Chicago Bears
    • Chicago Bears
    • #35
    • Linebacker
    • HT/WT
      6' 2", 230 lbs
    • College
      Michigan St
    • Status
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    • Experience
      Rookie
    • Birthplace
      Largo, MD
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