How could anyone not get excited about the prospect of the Chicago Bears in 2026?
Last year was just the appetizer to what the Bears could do in the future after going 11-6, winning the NFC North division title, and coming back from 18 points down to beat the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Wild Card. Bleacher Report writer Brad Gagnon is certainly ready to see the Bears take the field in 2026, as he has the excitement meter at nine.
"This is all about Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams taking it to another level in their second season together. Can they take that next step? There's a lot of intrigue, even with limited offseason changes. "
Everyone is ready to see the Chicago Bears back on the field in 2026
Bears head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams are two simple reasons to be excited about this franchise in 2026 and beyond. Johnson added an edge and confidence to this Bears team that has been missing for over a decade, while Williams plays like the most exciting quarterback in the NFL with his incredible throws.
The young talent on the roster is also plenty of reason to get excited about the Bears as well. They knocked it out of the park with 2025 draft selections like Colston Loveland, Luther Burden, Ozzy Trapilo, and Kyle Monangai. Even in the 2026 NFL Draft, they did well with Dillon Thieneman and Logan Jones being selected.
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Bears fans have not been this excited about a new season in a very long time. With the combination of great talent they have on the coaching staff and the roster, this Bears team is poised for another playoff run that will give hope to the fan base for years to come.