Bears' Offense Struggles as Defense Shines in Training Camp

The Chicago Bears' 2025 training camp continued this week, and the first-team offense faced a tough challenge from the team's defensive unit. According to reports, the defense applied consistent pressure and coverage challenges during 11-on-11 drills, leading to struggles for the offense led by quarterback Caleb Williams.

In the first two 11-on-11 sequences, the Bears' first-team offense "was not very good," with defensive end Montez Sweat making an impact by penetrating the backfield twice, once untouched due to a breakdown on the offensive line. This forced Williams to throw the ball away on both occasions. However, the offense did have some bright spots, including completions to receiver Olamide Zaccheaus and a pass breakup by cornerback Josh Blackwell.

The third practice of camp was described as a "rough day for the 1st team offense, especially in red zone drills." The Bears' defensive coordinator, Dennis Allen, utilized dime packages and situational work, further challenging the offense. While the offense struggled in the red zone, they bounced back with back-to-back completions to receivers Rome Odunze and Zaccheaus during 11-on-11 drills.

Overall, the Bears' offense is being described as "a work in progress," but the team did finish the day with a strong performance in the final 7-on-7 red zone session, which was highlighted as a "bright spot." New head coach Ben Johnson is clearly pushing the team through grueling workouts as they prepare for the upcoming season.