Chicago Bears' 2025 Offseason Plan: Protect Caleb Williams
In today's Fantasy Life Newsletter, presented by Underdog, the Bears are sticking to the plan, TE super model, 3-round NFL Mock Draft, and more.
In today's Fantasy Life Newsletter, presented by Underdog:
The plan for the Bears has been clear. Ben Johnson was hired as head coach after guiding the Lions to one of the top offenses in the NFL the last few seasons. Chicago added several offensive linemen to help protect Caleb Williams.
A New Hope In Chicago
Now, there are no excuses for Williams. In his rookie season, questionable coaching and a porous offensive line made it difficult for Williams to thrive despite throwing only 6 interceptions. He was sacked a league-high 68 times, which was the third most in NFL history. While some of the sacks can be blamed on Williams, the Bears were third in pressure rate allowed and 25th in rushing.
While the flashy moves of skill position players get most of the attention in fantasy, building the offensive line is important. The Bears signed center Drew Dalman and traded for guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson.
Williams has a consensus ranking of 15 at quarterback among the Fantasy Life rankers and is QB10 in Underdog best ball drafts. With a strong offensive coach and a bolstered offensive line, the surrounding cast is much better. Can Williams deliver?
COULD KEENAN ALLEN COME BACK TO CHICAGO?
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