Tremaine Edmunds pinned Chicago’s late collapse on the defense, urging them to close out Minnesota when opportunities arose and to minimize penalties that extended drives.

With Edwards out and Detroit looming, fantasy managers should monitor Bears linebackers for added snap counts and scheme tweaks, as J.J. McCarthy’s dual-threat presence keeps Minnesota dangerous.

Caleb Williams’ Bears debut season redefines Chicago’s ceiling, delivering a season-saving win in Green Bay and proving the rookie quarterback ceiling is real despite a brutal sack record. Williams connected with Rome Odunze for his first career TD and linked with D.J. Moore for multiple scores, while Cairo Santos locked in a clutch kick. With new leadership and a revamped line, Williams’ fantasy appeal hinges on his rushing floor and Moore/Odunze targets, tempered by OL uncertainty.

As Williams faces the NFL grind, expectations grow while scrutiny remains. The opener sets tone for Williams’ dynasty value in Chicago, where a healthier offensive front and Johnson’s scheme could unlock a high-upside offense in a crowded fantasy landscape.

Week 1’s NFC North super-team stitches together the division’s top talents by position: Jared Goff anchors Detroit’s offense; Caleb Williams looms as Chicago’s future franchise quarterback; Justin Jefferson, DJ Moore and Amon-Ra St. Brown form a lethal receiving trio.

Sam LaPorta sits atop tight ends; the OL trio of Sewell, Thuney and Dalman anchors the line; Micah Parsons and Aiden Hutchinson spearhead the edge, with Edgerrin Cooper and Jack Campbell patrolling the middle. The depth chart offers a fantasy and betting blueprint across DET, CHI, MIN and GB.