The expectations are high going into the 2026 season for the Chicago Bears, as it feels on paper that this team should be a playoff team with quarterback Caleb Williams leading the way.
Williams proved himself worthy of being an elite quarterback in the NFL last year, as he led the Bears on an NFL-record seven comebacks and game-winning drives, while also posting a 1.1% interception rate over his two seasons in the league, which would also be an NFL record. From the spectacular throws he makes on a weekly basis to his maturity as a leader, Williams seems to have everything he needs to be a franchise quarterback for a long time.
Despite the skill set that Williams has, there is one question that the Bears' fan base should be asking. It's one that might not be brought up enough this offseason.
Does Caleb Williams have enough weapons around him on offense?
Feels like a stupid question, right? Most Bears fans would jump right in and say yes, they do, but they really should look at everything on the offense.
Most of this operation falls on the shoulders of hoping that Rome Odunze and Luther Burden emerge as the top two receivers on the roster. Sure, the signs were there from Odunze early in the season and Burden late in the year, but most people in the NFL are not ranking these guys in the top 50 receivers in the league. That should raise a bit of a red flag.
What's even more concerning are the receivers behind them. Kalif Raymond is a solid receiver, but he doesn't nearly compare to what they had in DJ Moore. Jahdae Walker is an interesting prospect, but not enough tape is on him, and rookie third-round pick Zavion Thomas is all speed, and that's really it, as everyone believes Chicago reached badly on his selection.
At tight end, there are no concerns as Colston Loveland looks like a star in the making. With Cole Kmet's receiving abilities and rookie third-round pick Sam Roush's blocking skills, that tight end room has everything.
Even the running backs are in a really good spot at this point with D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai. The two combined for 1,870 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns, proving that the balanced attack between them is the key.
One other concern is the offensive line at left tackle and center. Braxton Jones is in line to start at left tackle, but he did last year, too, and was not the best. Garrett Bradbury is filling in at center for the 2026 season before, eventually, rookie second-round pick Logan Jones potentially taking over in 2027.
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The supporting cast is filled with young players and even some veterans who have something to prove. Williams should have enough to work with, but there are a lot of factors, with some concerns, that could completely flip the narrative in a negative light if young players don't pan out.
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