{"id":175274,"date":"2025-07-02T09:49:12","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T09:49:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/175274\/"},"modified":"2025-07-02T09:49:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T09:49:12","slug":"rookies-ready-to-redefine-the-chicago-bears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/175274\/","title":{"rendered":"Rookies Ready to Redefine the Chicago Bears"},"content":{"rendered":"

With a lot of the starting spots locked in for the Chicago Bears\u2019<\/a> 2025 season, there\u2019s a lot of unknown in the second and third units. The incoming rookies pose a serious threat to many veterans vying for a spot on the 53-man roster, but who will ultimately emerge victorious?<\/p>\n

Rookies Ready to Redefine the Chicago Bears\u2019 Roster
\nLB 3: Ruben Hyppolite II vs. Noah Sewell<\/p>\n

The third linebacker role behind Tremaine Edmunds<\/a> and T.J. Edwards<\/a> might be the most talked-about Bears\u2019 training camp battle this offseason. With the Bears drafting Ruben Hyppolite II in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft and the departure of Jack Sanborn,<\/a> it\u2019ll be interesting to see whether he, Noah Sewell,<\/a> or another linebacker rises up to take the LB3 spot.<\/p>\n

Bleacher Report listed Hyppolite<\/a> as the team\u2019s projected breakout player this offseason, and Bears\u2019 defensive coordinator Dennis Allen had some high praise<\/a> for the Maryland product.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a great \u201930\u2019 visit,\u201d Allen said. \u201cHe\u2019s mature, he\u2019s self-aware about who he is as a football player. We went into the draft saying we have to try to increase our athleticism and speed, and he certainly does that at the linebacker position. You spend some time with these guys, and you kind of get a feel for what their personality is going to be like. He\u2019s got a serious personality and he\u2019s kind of got a pro\u2019s mentality already, and that\u2019s a good starting point.\u201d<\/p>\n

As for Sewell, he\u2019s been on the roster but mainly played as a special-teams contributor while being in the shadow of Sanborn, Edwards, and Edmunds. If he wants to prove he\u2019s more than that, now\u2019s the perfect opportunity. Roster spots aren\u2019t set, and already having playing time in the NFL can give him the advantage over Hyppolite.<\/p>\n

Predicted Winner: Ruben Hyppolite II<\/p>\n

LT 2: Ozzy Trapilo vs. Kiran Amegadije<\/p>\n

There is a reality where either one of these players takes over as the starting left tackle with Braxton Jones\u2019<\/a> injury or wins the starting job, but for now, let\u2019s focus on just Ozzy Trapilo vs Kiran Amegadije.<\/p>\n

Amegadije had some playing time last season, filling in for Jones, but struggled. He was seen as more of a developmental project despite being drafted in the third round, and was unfortunately thrown into the fire earlier than expected. Despite his struggles, there\u2019s still a lot of optimism that Amegadije will bounce back when the time is right.<\/p>\n

As for Trapilo, he is one of the Bears\u2019 three second-round picks from this year\u2019s draft. He was viewed as a \u201cpro-ready\u201d prospect by many analysts and scouts and has made great progress this offseason with the Bears. It\u2019ll be interesting to see just how fast Amegadije has developed, and whether Trapilo leap frogs him and takes the backup LT spot.<\/p>\n

Predicted Winner: Ozzy Trapilo<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a rep from OT Ozzy Trapilo at today\u2019s rookie minicamp practice (via Chicago Bears IG) pic.twitter.com\/RfAo0UbN1Z<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Kevin Fishbain (@kfishbain) May 9, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

RB 2: Roschon Johnson vs. Kyle Monangai
\n\"KyleMay 9, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) runs with the ball during the Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

There was so much talk about the Bears potentially going after a top-tier running back in the draft, only to end up drafting Kyle Monangai<\/a> in the seventh round. But that presents a golden opportunity for not only Monangai, but third-year running back Roschon Johnson<\/a> as well. Both, along with other running backs on the squad like Ian Wheeler, will have ample opportunities to prove the Bears don\u2019t need to look elsewhere for help at RB.<\/p>\n

However, Monangai, along with Hyppolite, was one of four players who stood out<\/a> according to Ben Johnson in the offseason thus far.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the running back room, Kyle Monangai has really stepped up,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cI appreciate the attention to detail and the pride he takes and how quickly he\u2019s picking things up.\u201d<\/p>\n

There could be a change of guard behind D\u2019Andre Swift.<\/a><\/p>\n

Predicted Winner: Kyle Monangai<\/p>\n

Main Image: David Banks \u2013 Imagn Images<\/p>\n

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