battles heat up around the starters.

rostering depth pieces like Doug Kramer, Dominique Robinson and Jonathan Owens also drew attention and could influence late-round fantasy stashes or taxi-squad upside as the Bears refine personnel for 2025.

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Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson returned to the field with a noticeable stride, buoying optimism for Week 1 after a leg injury kept him out through training camp and the preseason. A Sunday night session at Soldier Field showed Johnson moving with improved mobility, fueling hope that his presence could anchor a top secondary alongside Kyler Gordon, who is dealing with a hamstring issue and remains week-to-week.

The Bears’ defensive backfield looks poised to be among the league’s most talented if Johnson and Gordon are healthy. Johnson’s Pro Bowl pedigree and recent All-Pro recognition anchor a unit that has to prove itself early, especially in a season-opening bout vs Minnesota. His status could shift Chicago’s defensive ceiling and directly impact fantasy outlooks for Bears’ corners and the pass defense as a whole.

With Gordon also in the mix, Chicago fans and fantasy managers are watching how quickly Johnson can rejoin a revamped secondary that faces a demanding schedule. If Johnson plays Week 1, expect a tighter perimeter and more aggressive coverage, which could translate into fewer big plays for opposing receivers and more opportunities for Chicago to generate turnovers and pass deflections. Even if limited, Johnson’s presence alone changes the Bears’ defensive dynamic early in the season.

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Chicago Bears Day 17 at Halas Hall showcased Caleb Williams taking charge of the offense in shells, threading passes and leading a disciplined two-minute drill. His command and decisiveness signal growth as the team installs a new system under Ben Johnson, a baseline for early fantasy upside in a fast-paced attack.

Rome Odunze blossomed as Williams’ top connection, combining with the former 2024 first-round

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