Chicago Bears safety Chris Conte, who has suffered two concussions this season, says playing in the NFL is worth the risk he takes to his long-term health by doing so. "Ever since I was a little kid, ...

CHICAGO (KGO) -- Chicago Bear and former Cal defensive back Chris Conte isn't letting all the talk about the dangers of playing football affect him. The hard hitting safety told a Chicago radio ...

Although Chris Conte is aware that injuries sustained while playing the NFL could lead to long-term health risks or even short his life, it hasn't stopped him from living his dream playing in the NFL.

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The Chicago Bears will again be without starting safety Christ Conte on Sunday. In the season finale against the Minnesota Vikings, Conte will be out with a back injury, marking his third-straight. .

The Bears don't have a pick in the first two rounds of this year's NFL draft, so unless they trade up, the focus will be on the player they take at No. 87 in the third round. Bears general manager ...