Bears to Make Glassport Native Jesse James Captain against Steelers

The Chicago Bears will make a familiar face to Steelers fans one of their team captains for Monday night.

Tight end Jesse James, a Glassport native and South Allegheny and Penn State alum, will serve as one of Chicago’s captain for when the Bears come visit the Steelers on Monday Night Football.

James played four seasons with the Steelers from 2015-19 after joining the team in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft. This will be his first game against the Steelers as a member of the opposing team.

This is James’ first season with the Bears after spending two years in Detroit. In seven games, he’s caught all six passing targets for 58 yards and a touchdown.