Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson has never been shy about his love for tight ends—and undrafted rookie Hayden Large is the latest to catch his eye. After a standout performance at rookie minicamp, Large is generating buzz as a potential hidden gem for a team that's built its offense around multi-tight end sets.

Johnson's affinity for 12 and 13 personnel packages is well-documented. Last season, the Bears deployed 13 personnel (three tight ends) at the fourth-highest rate in the NFL, while using 12 personnel (two tight ends) at the sixth-highest rate. With a top duo featuring last year's rookie standout Colston Loveland and veteran Cole Kmet, plus third-round pick Sam Roush, the Bears are clearly committed to stockpiling talent at the position.

Large turned heads during rookie minicamp, where observers noted he "looked good catching the football." Johnson explained that the team had its eye on Large throughout the draft process, and the head coach recalled the exact moment he knew the undrafted free agent had what it takes to compete for a roster spot. With the Bears' offense relying heavily on tight ends, Large's emergence could be a key storyline as training camp approaches.