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Article: Hillenmeyer early leader at strong-side linebacker.(Sports)

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May 2, 2005
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Byline: Bob LeGere Daily Herald Sports Writer

Barring a free-agent addition, Hunter Hillenmeyer will go to training camp as the Bears' starting strong-side linebacker.

Hillenmeyer began last training camp as a questionable bet even to make the final roster. But he started 11 games, seven at middle linebacker when Brian Urlacher was injured and four more on the strong side as the result of his performance as a fill-in.

Hillenmeyer's spot, however, isn't guaranteed.

"That is one position that's wide open as far as competition, and we're going to play whoever earns that right," defensive coordinator Ron Rivera said. "That's what we said ...

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