June 20, 2026, 11:15 a.m. CT

The Chicago Bears are coming off an impressive first season under head coach Ben Johnson, which included winning the NFC North and advancing to the divisional playoffs, and expectations are high for the team heading into Year 2.

The Bears offense, in particular, is expected to be a top unit in the league once again. In their first season, Chicago had a top-four offense and led the league in several categories, including rushing (3rd), passing (8th) and points per game (9th).

A big part of that was the breakout of second-year quarterback Caleb Williams, who established himself as one of the most clutch quarterbacks and one of the biggest playmakers in the NFL. Williams broke several franchise and league records, including setting the franchise’s single-season passing record (3,942 yards) and an NFL-record seven fourth-quarter comebacks (including the postseason).

Now, big things are expected in Year 2, where Williams has no shortage of weapons at his disposal. But with so many playmakers and just one ball to go around, how will things shake out? ESPN’s Mike Clay recently shared his 2026 projections, including for the Bears offensive skill players. Here’s a look:

QuarterbacksCaleb Williams: 317-of-528 completions, 3,821 yards, 25 touchdowns, 10 interceptions, 32 sacks; 71 rushes, 382 yards, 2 touchdownsTyson Bagent: 14-of-22, 156 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception; 2 rushes, 6 yardsNeed a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!Running backsD’Andre Swift: 219 rushes, 994 yards, 8 touchdowns; 30 receptions, 270 yards, 1 touchdownKyle Monangai: 192 rushes, 825 yards, 6 touchdowns; 26 receptions, 215 yards, 1 touchdownWide receiversRome Odunze: 59 receptions, 1,030 yards, 8 touchdownsLuther Burden III: 75 receptions, 938 yards, 5 touchdowns; 9 rushes, 50 yardsKalif Raymond: 27 receptions, 265 yards, 1 touchdowns; 5 rushes, 27 yardsJahdae Walker: 6 receptions, 72 yards, 1 touchdownZavion Thomas: 3 receptions, 38 yardsTight endsColston Loveland: 80 receptions, 898 yards, 6 touchdownsCole Kmet: 22 receptions, 219 yards, 2 touchdownsSam Roush: 4 receptions, 34 yards

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