The Chicago Bears are positioning themselves as contenders with a strategic offseason under new head coach Ben Johnson. After an active free agency that saw the acquisition of key players like offensive linemen Joe Thuney and Drew Dalman, as well as defensive linemen Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo, focus shifts now to the 2025 NFL Draft.

With seven draft picks, including four in the Top 75, the Bears aim to fortify their depth at linebacker behind the starters T.J. Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds. Following Jack Sanborn's departure to the Dallas Cowboys, the need for reinforcements is clear. While players like Amen Ogbongbemiga and Noah Sewell have potential, the Bears are likely to target a linebacker through either late free agency or the draft, particularly in the third or fifth rounds.