Chicago Bears Begin 2025 Minicamp With Key Players Injured

The Chicago Bears have begun their mandatory minicamp under first-year head coach Ben Johnson, marking the final phase of their 2025 offseason program. While all players were present at the facility, several key players, including rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III and defensive starters Kyler Gordon and T.J. Edwards, missed practice due to soft tissue injuries, prompting a cautious approach to health management. Johnson emphasized a competitive environment with no set depth chart, requiring players to earn their roles, while experimenting with player positions such as DJ Moore playing slot receiver and rotating left tackles. Despite injuries and ongoing adjustments, the offense has shown gradual improvement, with players focusing on mastering the playbook and details. The Bears' roster has seen significant changes this offseason through free agency and the draft, adding impact players on both sides of the ball, but final lineup decisions are expected later in the preseason. The team will continue to hold practices through the week before progressing to training camp in late July.