The Michigan star’s skillset drew the Bears to him in April. They picked him 10th overall despite having greater needs at tackle and running back — and in part because three tackles were taken with the first nine selections.

The operation at the line of scrimmage looked smoother for QB Caleb Williams on Friday, but otherwise it was another rough day at the office for the Chicago Bears offense.

Training camp is finally set to begin for the Chicago Bears on Wednesday morning, a day after head coach Ben Johnson met with the media for a quick press confer

The Bears added to their offensive weapons during the 2025 NFL Draft when they selected Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden, however, early indications in camp have been mixed and came to a head Tuesday when Johnson reportedly kicked the rookie out of practice temporarily.

The Chicago Bears will put on the pads for the first time at their practice Monday morning at Halas Hall, following an intense week of practice last week as the team gets used to new head coach Ben Johnson's style. Chicago Sun-Times beat reporter Patrick Finley emphasized the intensity and urgency with which Johnson coaches.

Chicago Bears training camp will be physical this week with pads going on for the first time, and there are other points of interest as practice resumes.