The Chicago Bears didn’t just bounce back in 2025 - they flipped the script entirely. After a 2024 season that saw them dead last in total offense, averaging just 284.6 yards per game, the Bears roared back with a top-six finish in 2025, putting up 369.2 yards per contest. That’s not just improvement - that’s a full-blown offensive renaissance.
At the heart of that transformation? Head coach Ben Johnson.
Known for his sharp offensive mind, Johnson wasted no time reshaping the unit. He rebuilt the offensive line, infused the skill positions with young, dynamic talent, and gave rookie quarterback Caleb Williams a structure built to succeed.
And while the results were impressive, Johnson believes this group is just getting started.
“We haven't even scratched the surface of what we're fully capable of yet,” Johnson said.
That’s not just coach-speak. If 2025 is any indication, the Bears’ offense is trending toward something special - and fast.
The Offensive Line: From Liability to Foundation
Let’s start up front. The 2024 offensive line was a turnstile, allowing a staggering 68 sacks.
In 2025? Just 24.
That’s not just improvement - that’s a unit completely reborn. With four new starters anchoring the trenches, the Bears not only protected their quarterback, they opened up lanes in the run game that simply didn’t exist the year before.
And the impact on the ground was immediate. After finishing in the bottom 10 in rushing in 2024, Chicago surged to third in the league in 2025, averaging 144.5 rushing yards per game. That kind of leap doesn’t happen without physical dominance in the trenches - and this line brought it every week.
Swift and Monangai: A Thunder-and-Lightning Backfield
D’Andre Swift looked like a different back in 2025. After averaging under four yards per carry in 2024, he exploded for 1,087 yards and nine touchdowns, averaging a career-best 4.9 yards per tote. He ran with vision, patience, and burst - and behind this line, he finally had the space to showcase it.
But the real surprise came from rookie seventh-round pick Kyle Monangai. The former long shot turned into a key contributor, racking up 783 yards and five touchdowns. His physical running style and ability to churn out tough yards gave the Bears a one-two punch that kept defenses guessing.
Air Attack: Everyone Eats
In the passing game, Caleb Williams spread the wealth like a seasoned vet. Four different players topped 600 receiving yards - a testament to both his field vision and the depth of talent around him.
Rookie tight end Colston Loveland led the way with 713 yards and six touchdowns, proving to be a reliable target in clutch situations. DJ Moore and Rome Odunze each hauled in six touchdowns as well, while second-round rookie Luther Burden III added yet another dynamic weapon to the mix. This wasn’t a one-man show - it was a full ensemble performance.
Caleb Williams: A Star in the Making
Then there’s Williams himself. The rookie didn’t just meet expectations - he shattered them.
He set a new franchise record with 3,942 passing yards, tossed 27 touchdowns to just seven interceptions, and added 388 yards and three scores with his legs. But maybe the most telling stat?
He led an NFL-record seven comebacks and game-winning drives between the regular season and playoffs.
That’s not just talent - that’s poise, leadership, and a flair for the dramatic. In the biggest moments, Williams delivered.
A Glimpse at What’s Next
What we saw in 2025 wasn’t just a good season - it was the foundation of something potentially great. The Bears have the pieces: a sharp offensive mind at head coach, a franchise quarterback, a rebuilt line, and a deep arsenal of weapons. And if Johnson is right - if they truly haven’t “scratched the surface” yet - then the rest of the league should take notice.
Because the Bears aren’t just back. They’re building something that could last.