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Covert, McKinnon and Wilson share thoughts on Jay Cutler being with the Bears for years to come

By Matthew Schwerha

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Every week of the 2015 Chicago Bears season, Chicago Sun-Times Sports will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1985 Bears by speaking with players from the team including Jimbo Covert, Dan Hampton, Dennis McKinnon and Otis Wilson.

Jay Cutler has played well for the Bears so far this season. Jimbo Covert, Dennis McKinnon and Otis Wilson shared their thoughts on if Cutler will be around next season and for years to come.

Give a listen to their responses below.

Jimbo Covert

Dennis McKinnon

Otis Wilson

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