The Chicago Bears wrapped their offseason program earlier this month with mandatory minicamp, which marked the final set of practices before the entire team returns to Halas Hall of training camp on July 22.

General manager Ryan Poles retooled the roster this offseason with some impact players on offense and defense. That included the acquisitions of offensive linemen Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman, as well as defensive linemen Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo. In the 2025 NFL draft, Chicago added playmakers in tight end Colston Loveland and receiver Luther Burden III, as well as offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo and defensive tackle Shemar Turner.

While we can get a general sense of what the depth chart will look like come training camp, head coach Ben Johnson made it clear that players are going to have to earn their roster spots and starting jobs this summer.

“We talked about it the moment the players got back in the building,” Johnson said back in April. “It was going to be a competitive environment. There is no depth chart right now. If you want to play, you’ve got to go earn it. If you want a role, you’ve got to go earn it. They know that. We were very straightforward and honest with them when they came in the building.”

With that in mind, here’s our depth chart projection following Chicago’s offseason program.

QuarterbackStarter: Caleb WilliamsBackup: Case KeenumOther: Tyson Bagent, Austin Reed

There’s no surprise when it comes to quarterback where Caleb Williams, entering his first full offseason, is entrenched as the starter. The addition of Case Keenum brings an experienced veteran as a voice in the room, but he’s also contending for the backup job. While Tyson Bagent has been the backup since his rookie season, Keenum has been taking reps with the second team during the offseason program. It’s a battle that will continue into training camp.

Running backStarter: D’Andre SwiftBackups: Roschon Johnson, Kyle MonangiOther: Travis Homer, Ian Wheeler, Deion Hankins

It was certainly a surprise that the Bears waited until the seventh round to draft a running back in Rutgers’ Kyle Monangai, but it seems like Chicago certainly tried. GM Ryan Poles admitted that the board didn’t fall their way at times, which could allude to running back (perhaps Quinshon Judkins or TreVeyon Henderson). That’s good news for D’Andre Swift, who remains the lead back with Roschon Johnson and Monangai behind him. While it wouldn’t be a shocker to see Chicago add a veteran in free agency, the depth chart looks set.

Wide receiverStarters: DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden IIIBackups: Olamide Zaccheaus, Devin Duvernay, Tyler ScottOther: Miles Boykin, Maurice Alexander, Samori Toure, John Jackson, JP Richardson, Jahdae Walker

Receiver wasn’t a top need for Chicago, but the board fell just right for a first-round prospect in Luther Burden III to fall right into their laps. Burden has drawn comparisons to Amon-Ra St. Brown, who Ben Johnson coached in Detroit. DJ Moore and Rome Odunze are the clear-cut starters at receiver where they’ll continue to build their chemistry with Williams. But Burden will also factor into the mix as a featured weapon in the slot.

Tight endStarters: Cole Kmet, Colston LovelandBackup: Durham SmytheOther: Stephen Carlson, Jordan Murray, Joel Wilson

The Bears landed a stud in Colston Loveland in the first round of the draft, and he’ll serve as the perfect complement to Cole Kmet. Loveland is an elite athlete, skilled route runner and natural catcher of the ball. Ben Johnson is known for his two tight-end sets, and a pairing of Kmet and Loveland will be deadly for opposing defenses.

Offensive lineLeft tackle: Braxton Jones, Ozzy Trapilo, Kiran AmegadjieLeft guard: Joe Thuney, Bill Murray, Jordan McFadden, Chris GlaserCenter: Drew Dalman, Luke Newman, Doug Kramer, Ricky StrombergRight guard: Jonah Jackson, Ryan Bates, Theo BenedetRight tackle: Darnell Wright, Joshua Miles

The entire interior offensive line was overhauled this offseason with the acquisitions of guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, via trade, and Drew Dalman, through free agency. Chicago did add a couple of an offensive linemen in tackle Ozzy Trapilo and guard Luke Newman. With Braxton Jones recovering from injury, the left tackle job is up for the taking between Jones, Trapilo and Kiran Amegadjie. Trapilo and Amegadjie have been rotating with the first team during the offseason program. But Jones holds onto the starting job until the pads come on in training camp.

Edge rusher (8)Starters: Montez Sweat, Dayo OdeyingboBackups: Austin Booker, Daniel HardyOther: Dominique Robinson, Jamree Kromah, Xavier Carlton, Jereme Robinson

The Bears need more out of their pass rush, even with Montez Sweat leading the way. They made a move in free agency to land a rising talent in Dayo Odeyingbo, but there’s still plenty of work to be done. Austin Booker showed flashes in his rookie season, but he needs to make strides as a rotational player. Chicago didn’t address edge rusher in the draft, so it’ll be interesting to see if they make another veteran addition or explore kicking interior defenders outside.

Defensive tackle (7)Starters: Grady Jarrett, Gervon DexterBackups: Andrew Billings, Shemar TurnerOther: Chris Williams, Zacch Pickens, Jonathan Ford

Chicago had a solid duo of Andrew Billings and Gervon Dexter last season, but things went downhill after Billings was lost for the season due to a torn pec as Dexter’s play suffered. The Bears added a dominant defender in Grady Jarrett, who is a force as an interior pass rusher, in free agency. But they also landed a potential stud in Shemar Turner, who brings a violent, aggressive attitude to the field. Expect to see plenty of these four.

Linebacker (8)Starters: T.J. Edwards, Tremaine EdmundsReserves: Noah Sewell, Ruben Hyppolite II, Amen OgbongbemigaOther: Swayze Bozeman, Carl Jones, Power Echols

There aren’t really big changes at linebacker with T.J. Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds once again set to lead the charge. But the Bears will have to deal with the loss of Jack Sanborn, who they opted not to tender as a restricted free agent. Chicago took a swing with the selection of Ruben Hyppolite II in the fourth round, who will contend with former fifth-round pick Noah Sewell and returning depth piece and special teams ace Amen Ogbongbemiga for depth positioning.

Cornerback (11)Starters: Jaylon Johnson, Tyrique Stevenson, Kyler Gordon (NCB)Reserves: Terell Smith, Zah Frazier, Josh Blackwell (NCB), Nick McCloud, Ameer Speed, Shaun Wade, Nahshon Wright, Jeremiah Walker

Cornerback is arguably the strongest position group on the roster. Jaylon Johnson, coming off his second Pro Bowl nod, will lead a group also featuring Kyler Gordon, who recently signed a contract extension, and Tyrique Stevenson, who has plenty to prove after a disastrous sophomore season. But the addition of Zah Frazier, who caught Al Harris’ eye during the pre-draft process, and Terell Smith will provide competition for Stevenson.

Safety (8)Starters: Kevin Byard, Jaquan BriskerReserves: Jonathan Owens, Elijah HicksOther: Tarvarius Moore, Alex Cook, Major Burns, Tysheem Johnson

Chicago’s starting safety duo is set with Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker, both entering the final year of their respective deals. Byard was one of the defense’s MVPs last season, while Brisker missed most of the year following a Week 5 concussion. Jonathan Owens and Elijah Hicks will continue to serve as key depth and special teams contributors.

Special teams (5)Kicker: Cairo Santos, Jonathan KimPunter: Tory TaylorLong snapper: Scott Daly, Luke Elkin

The Bears are returning their starting special teams unit with kicker Cairo Santos, punter Tory Taylor and long snapper Scott Daly. Patrick Scales missed last season following back surgery, and Daly stepped up in his place and even earned a one-year contract extension this offseason.