First-year offenses often struggle but veterans in new Bears offense under OC Shane Waldron are setting high expectations. Urgency is high to gel quickly with new rookie QB. Players emphasize need to come together fast for success this season.

Offseason updates include tight end Gerald Everett starting on NFI list and rookie tackle Kiran Amegadjie also sidelined. Bears taking it slow with training camp, with first padded practice on July 27th. Bears to be featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks' with star player predictions.