Bears Notes: Devin Hester learns fast

BOURBONNAIS – Bears wide receiver Devin Hester worked out alongside ex-St. Louis Rams standout Isaac Bruce this summer to get an early grasp of Mike Martz’s offense.

Hester’s grasp is strong, Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz said.

“There were times he struggled a bit in the spring trying to figure things out, but he’s been mistake-free so far, and he’s been outstanding in his route techniques,” said Martz, who watched Hester reel in several balls Wednesday as the Bears practiced under the lights. “He’s better right now than I would expect him to be.”

Hester endured an up-and-down season in 2009, finishing with 757 receiving yards and three touchdowns. It marked his second full season as a primary wide receiver in the NFL.

“Having played in the league for a little while, I think that’s really helped him, and having been on defense, too,” Martz said.

Hester played cornerback at Miami (Fla.) and saw time on defense as a rookie in 2006.

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(daily-chronicle.com)