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After an unforgettable season, the expectations are higher for the Chicago Bears as they start training camp this week. Here are some of the top storylines to watch during training camp over the next six weeks.
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The Chicago Bears made some roster moves Saturday ahead of the start of training camp next week. The team placed Kyler Gordon, Shemar Turner, Keyshaun Elliott, Noah Sewell, Ozzy Trapilo on the Active/PUP list and T.J. Edwards on the Active/NFI list.
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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams proved no stage was too big for him last season. Now Williams' continued growth will dictate just how far the Bears can go next season, which is why he's the most important Bears heading into 2026.
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Defensive end Montez Sweat had what Chicago Bears coaches considered the best season of his career last year. Sweat will once again play a major role in the team's success next season, which is why he's the second most-important Bears player in 2026.
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A nagging foot injury derailed Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze's sophomore season last year. Now as he adjusts to a new normal, Odunze will try to play up to his top-receiver potential, which is why he's the third-most important Bear for 2026.
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Despite leading the NFL in takeaways last year, the Chicago Bears missed having a lock-down cornerback who could take away team's top wide receivers. That's why a healthy Jaylon Johnson will play a pivotal role in the Bears' success next season.
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The Chicago Bears' Colston Loveland developed into one of the NFL's best tight ends during his rookie season last year. With a year under his belt, Loveland is set to take another step for the Bears, which is why he'll be the fifth-most important Bears next year.
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Left guard Joe Thuney brought his hall-of-fame approach to Halas Hall last offseason when he joined the Chicago Bears. Now Thuney's stability will once again be invaluable for the Bears as he's the sixth most-important player heading into 2026.
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Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III flashed his big-play ability during his rookie season last year. With a year under his belt, Burden's stock could skyrocket, which is why he's the No. 7 most-important Bear heading into next season.
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The Chicago Bears announced Wednesday that it will hold a training camp walkthrough at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire. The walkthrough will take place on the school’s campus on Aug. 10.
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