The Chicago Bears aimed high during the 2025 NFL Draft, making aggressive attempts to trade up for Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson. Despite their efforts, they missed out on Henderson, who was taken just one pick before their selection by the New England Patriots. The Bears ultimately settled for Kyle Monangai in the seventh round, a choice that raised eyebrows, given their clear need for dynamic talent at running back in a draft class noted for its depth at the position.

General manager Ryan Poles was determined to bolster the backfield and even explored trades for other prospects such as Boise State's Ashton Jeanty and Arizona State's Cam Skattebo. However, the Bears' attempts did not yield the desired result, leading to some speculation about the team's strategy and the impact of their choices on the upcoming season. As they navigate a crowded backfield featuring D'Andre Swift, Roschon Johnson, and the newly drafted Monangai, it remains to be seen how this decision will play out as the season progresses.