Film study: New Bears UDFA Jaren Kump brings plenty of OL versatility

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Nov 15, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Utah Utes offensive lineman Jaren Kump (68) in action during the second half against the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

After the end of the 2026 NFL Draft, one of the most notable undrafted free agents the Bears signed was Utah center Jaren Kump.

A six-year senior at Utah, Kump played a career 2,842 blocking snaps for the Utes. Though he played primarily as a center at the collegiate level, he has also taken snaps at each of the other four offensive line positions. He dominated at the American Bowl and earned a last-minute addition to the Shrine Bowl.

Coming out of the 2026 NFL Draft, Kump was the No. 315 overall player on my board, my 14th-ranked center, and the fourth-best center to hit undrafted free agency. I think his best bet to make the Bears’ roster is as a guard, seeing as though Chicago already has both Garrett Bradbury and Logan Jones at center. Here are my thoughts on Kump as he heads to the Windy City.

THE NUMBERS

• Height: 6’5”
• Weight: 313 pounds
• RAS: 7.57
• 2025 PFSN OL Impact Score: 83.0 (6th for Big 12 centers)
• 2025 sacks allowed: 1
• Career blocking snaps: 2,842
• Reps at non-center positions: 836
• List of accomplishments: 2025 honorable mention All-Big 12, team captain

THREAD: New Bears OL Jaren Kump is a versatile interior lineman who has a real chance to crack the 53-man roster.

— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) April 26, 2026

Though he’s a taller center, Jaren Kump does a good job of winning with leverage at the point of attack.

He keeps a wide base with good knee bend to get his weight underneath him. That helps maximize his raw strength. #Bearspic.twitter.com/8kDbXltJaZ

— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) April 26, 2026

Jaren Kump has a strong anchor with the ability to absorb contact in pass protection.

He excelled at the American Bowl and earned a last-minute invitation to the Shrine Bowl. #Bearspic.twitter.com/tAGFunfmbi

— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) April 26, 2026

A big calling card with Jaren Kump is his positional versatility along the offensive line.

Kump is a natural center but has taken snaps at all five OL spots. I think playing guard is best bet to make the team with the Logan Jones draft pick. #Bearspic.twitter.com/PTB1My9oul

— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) April 26, 2026

Here’s Jaren Kump’s RAS card. Decent athlete, but elite size, length and strength at center.

Kump’s physical tools and versatility should see him compete for a roster spot. It probably won’t be at center, but he could project well as a guard. #Bearspic.twitter.com/ltQjqtTQFd

— Jacob Infante (@jacobinfante24) April 26, 2026

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