The Chicago Bears are gearing up for a crucial 2025 NFL Draft as they aim to strengthen their running back position, following an impactful offseason under new head coach Ben Johnson. With seven draft picks, including four in the top 75, they have a solid opportunity to enhance their roster. D'Andre Swift leads the backfield, signed last year, but faces pressure from Roschon Johnson and Travis Homer, with Johnson's short-yardage abilities noted. The Bears could tap into a deep running back class featuring top prospects like Ashton Jeanty, giving them potential to solidify their running game.

Swift's performance last season raised concerns, as he fell short of 1,000 rushing yards despite appearing in all games. Johnson, while serving as the goal-line back, totaled just 150 rushing yards in 2024 but proved effective near the end zone. The team’s recent addition of Homer, primarily a special teams player, adds yet another layer of competition. With high positional needs, drafting a strong running back could be key to Johnson's offense, which thrived in Detroit.