Mike Moraitis

Joined: Mar 26, 2026

Mike Moraitis is a freelance writer who has covered the NFL for major outlets such as Sports Illustrated and The Sporting News. He has previously written for USA TODAY Sports Media Group and FanSided, and got his start in sports media at Bleacher Report.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams.

A look at the most important position battles to keep an eye on for the Chicago Bears as the team navigates its six OTAs practices that will take place this week and next.

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The Chicago Bears are starting OTAs on Wednesday. Let's break down the full schedule and what to expect for this latest part of the Bears' offseason program.

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Despite being named a trade candidate, Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards is simply too important for the team to unload at any point this year.

Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Josh Sweat.

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Josh Sweat's unhappiness in Arizona could give the Bears a shot at badly needed pass-rush help as Chicago searches for answers opposite Montez Sweat.

UNLV Rebels running back Jai'Den Thomas and Oregon State Beavers defensive back Skyler Thomas.

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Skyler Thomas brings rare tight end coverage and special teams value, giving the Bears UDFA safety a real shot to make Chicago's 2026 roster out of camp.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf and Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson.

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The Bears have over 30 players in contract years, but six important names including D'Andre Swift and Gervon Dexter may not make Chicago's 2027 roster.

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr.

Gervon Dexter enters a crucial contract year, but the Bears need him to fix his run defense fast or his future in Chicago could get complicated.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III.

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Luther Burden faces major pressure after the Bears traded DJ Moore, and his Year 2 leap could determine how far Caleb Williams and Chicago go.

Chicago Bears offensive lineman Braxton Jones.

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Bears coach Dan Roushar hinted Braxton Jones has an edge in Chicago's left tackle battle, putting fresh pressure on the rest of the competition this summer.

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson.

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Jaylon Johnson is absent from Bears OTAs again, but after a rough 2024 and with $76M on the line, his no-show carries far more weight this time around.

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift.

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D'Andre Swift enters a contract year with Kyle Monangai rising fast, leaving the Bears with a backfield decision that could reshape Chicago well beyond 2026.

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Ben Johnson is already drawing legendary praise around the NFL, and the Bears coach now faces huge expectations to turn early success into greatness.

Mike Moraitis

Joined: Mar 26, 2026

Bears' Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams Get Big Ranking as Contract Pressure Builds

Luther Burden Needs to Deliver on Hype Ben Johnson Continues to Build at Bears OTAs

OTAs Could Decide the Fate of 3 Recent Chicago Bears Draft Picks

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Most Important Chicago Bears Position Battles to Watch as OTAs Begin

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Bears Begin OTAs on Wednesday: Here's the Full Schedule and What to Expect

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T.J. Edwards Dubbed Trade Candidate But Bears Can Ill-Afford to Move Veteran LB

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Bears Named Fit for Josh Sweat as Cardinals Drama Creates Trade Opening

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Bears' Schedule is Perfect Fit for Tight-End Erasing UDFA Skyler Thomas

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Bears Have 6 Contract-Year Players Who May Be Gone by 2027

Bears DT Gervon Dexter Must Shake 'Overrated' Label in Crucial Contract Year

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Luther Burden's Year 2 Leap Could Make or Break the Bears' Passing Game

Bears Left Tackle Battle May Already Be Leaning One Way After New Hint

Bears' Jaylon Johnson's $76M Deal and Rough Season Means His Absence From OTAs Can't Be Ignored

D'Andre Swift Could Price Himself Out of Chicago in Crucial Bears Contract Year

Ben Johnson Is Getting All-Time Hype and the Bears Need Him to Deliver