The Chicago Bears had a tough start at the beginning of the 2023 season, but they finished strong. They ended their season with a record of 7-10, finishing at the bottom of a loaded NFC North division. However, with a couple of key additions on the defensive side of the ball and some improvements on offense, they won five of their last seven games.
The Bears struggled in many areas in 2023. Their former Quarterback Justin Fields struggled with his accuracy and taking care of the football. The Chicago Bears were the last ranked team in fourth quarter offense last season. There also wasn’t much of a running game outside of the quarterback who led the whole team in rushing. How will the Chicago Bears fare in 2024?
Chicago Bears Offseason Acquisitions
The Chicago Bears have talent on the defensive side of the ball, especially if you include the addition of Montez Sweat. But to be competitive in a tough division, and to ultimately have a chance to get back in the playoffs where they want to be, it’s clear there needed to be changes in the offseason. With two top-10 picks, one of them being the number one pick they still have from a Carolina trade a year ago, it was a no-brainer they would select Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick.
The first move they made was acquiring All-Pro Wide Receiver Keenan Allen from the Chargers to pair alongside DJ Moore. Both of these receivers recorded more than 1,200 yards in the 2023 season, making them quickly one of the best receiving duos in the NFL. This will provide plenty of help for their rookie QB this season. Allen is one of the best route runners in the NFL and has one of the best releases off the line of scrimmage this game has seen. With Allen and Moore as the top weapons for Williams, it should be an easier transition into the pros.
Other Offseason Moves
Another move the Chicago Bears made was bringing in a solid running back in D’Andre Swift. He will help to solidify the run game. The Bears struggled behind that poor offensive line a year ago. With the lack of a strong offensive line, the Bears knew they were going to need an explosive back with speed, who also creates explosive plays in the run game. Swift can certainly be that guy, as he has had great success early in his career in his years with Detroit, as well as last season with the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Chicago Bears did not stop there as they continued to upgrade their team dramatically this offseason. With the No. 9 pick in the draft, which was their own pick, they added yet another offensive weapon in Rome Odunze. He was an exceptional player out of Washington who played well in the national championship game last year. This was a surprise to some, as many fans and draft experts thought they would use this pick to address the offensive line to help protect Williams. There were a few talented offensive tackles remaining on the board when they picked Odunze.
Caleb Williams Looks To Resurrect The Franchise
The Chicago Bears took a different approach. They saw it as if you pair an elite franchise quarterback, which Williams almost surely looks to be, with an elite receiver, you have the pairing for many years to come. One thing about Williams is he is familiar with playing behind poor offensive lines, as he did in college at USC. One of his better traits as a player is his ability to escape the pocket extending plays and making big plays down the field.
The historic Bears franchise has surprisingly never had a 4,000 yard passer. It’s right here on a silver platter for Williams to hit the ground running, becoming a superstar in Chicago, a wonderful city that has some of the most passionate sports fans in the world. Caleb Williams is on track to be the next big thing in Chicago. The Chicago Bears are poised to have a much better year in 2024.
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