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Well I guess the argument would be that BJ knows what he's doing and it's a whole new coaching staff. And I also buy into that, but Im gonna agree with you, we need to see it in pads first for SURE.

Honestly, how can anyone DEFEND the Bears staff or front office when it comes to offense? The Bears haven’t been a feared or creative offense for 30 years or more. Other than a fluke year for crowding and Trestman, it’s been ugly.

Im not sure if this is what you refer to but this is a good article and video on the DA defense. We also have to remember he stunts a lot so inside out-outside in, so larger ends gives him the ability to do that. Dayo was signed because he perfectly fits what DA does, whether that proves to be a good get is yet to be seen. Sweat has stunted inside, Turner, Dexter, and Jarrett will be able to stunt outside and be effective. I think this explains why Hyppolite became a valueable pick and I's sure DA was behind that, he stunts LBers a lot. Edmunds has size and 4.54 speed. I see a lot of players already on the team make a better impact under DA. I think Billings will get less snaps under DA. Billings is one of the stongest players in the NFL, he was a power life champion in Texas but because of his mobility and speed will still be a rotation DT but less time on the field. https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/dennis-allen-chicago-bears-defensive-coordinator-ben-johnson/

Yeah, whenever you run a system that's different than the norm, you get players at a discount

The nice thing if this system works, it is easier to get those DEs than the Abdul Carters. Not saying teams dont value bigger DEs, but the more explosive quick guys usually get picked earlier. I wouldn't be shocked if they draft another LB with speed next year to eventually replace the Edwards/Edmunds in the next year or two.

no thats 100% - I did know he likes larger DEs becasue he asks them to set the edge, and that leaves LBers free

I think DA wants the DEs to set and contain the edges because the havoc will come from DTs, LBs, and DBs and the QB will try to run. We have seen Sweat do well getting to the QB and holding the edge. Dayo, might surprise and be similiar. They will get their Sacks as the QB tries to roll or run away from the inside pressure. Thats just my speculation.

cool! I feel very good about our DT rotation. A killer DE cant hurt, but if its good enough for DA, its good enough for me.

Dennis Allen said very clearly at one of his early press conferences that pass rush comes up the middle not the edges. I know Poles got the message because he ran out and signed Dayo then Grady Jarrett and then drafted a protege for Grady in Shemar Turner.

He definitely has value. 26 year old starting left tackles don't grow on trees.

Those are all options , training camp will answer a lot of questions going forward. If we end up keeping Jones on the roster (depth and injury protection if he doesnt start) he still has value. If another team signs him for 20+ we will get a comp pick either in round 3 or 4, I dont think it matters if he starts or not, its what he gets paid.

The Bears had targeted players available to them when they moved around the draft board. They easily could have stayed put and taken some players other people rated higher on the draft board. No one knows what their draft board looked like. I think they got players they wanted . The war room film showed how excited they were to draft their first 4 draft picks. Caleb Johnson went pick 83 and Cam Skattebo went pick 105. They had pick 39-56-62, If they liked them they would have taken them. Swift was the 5th leading rusher the year he played for Philly in the league. 1049 yards- 4.6- 5 TDs and 39 rec. When all the new coaches came in they had plenty of time to go over the roster and figure out what needs they wanted to fill in the draft. Clearly they didnt rate RB as a high priority position, the pundits and fans suggested that.

Maybe youre right re: Kaleb and the draft.

I dont see how he was played for Kaleb. They traded their 2nd,3rd, and 7th for 2 seconds and a 4th to get guys they targeted (Trapilo/Turner). They felt those two were more important than a RB, at least after He derson was gone. As for Cam, I don't see him becoming much in the NFL, he seemed reckless and he was gone before our 4th round pick. They could have moved up if they felt that was the only option. At this point, they put Hyppolite into theor target. Cams nfl.com report: Skattebo earned a lot of admirers for his heroic effort last season for the Sun Devils, especially in a magical stretch run that saw him run, catch, punt and throw his way all over the field. Skattebo is a contact magnet and might not have a long career, but boy, he's a do-it-all fan favorite who can upgrade that backfield. -- Eric Edholm

could be. I still think he had his eye on Kaleb Johnson and Cam Skatebo and got played in the draft, but either way, we will definitely be looking for HB and DE next year, and it's good to hear that next year is stocked with talent at HB!

2026 draft is supposed to be richer at RB than 2025. So we didn't get the elite guy this year. Monangai is special and could be really good for us, but 4.6 speed isn't going to blow past many defenders. We could get that elite RB in 2026 and maybe why Poles didn't feel the need to use capital to move up for a guy they liked.

I understand wanting to see it from the young guys first. The Bears cannot trade Jones anyways until he is healthy. So he is here until he passes the physical. If Trapilo looks good in camp, Poles will have a hard decision. They could keep Braxton and let him walk after the season. They will get some compensation. 3rd round if he starts and plays well, less if he sits. They could also trade him before the deadline and get a pick to bring in more talent that can help the Bears keep their cap lower in the future. Trapilo was the most pass protection ready OT available in the draft according to pundits. Johnson said good run blocking is a bonus for LTs, he wants LTs to be able to pass block well. This to me is all directed at Braxtons skill set. It all comes down to TC and preseason.

I wouidnt trade him today, but after camp in pads, when the next trade window opens, at the end of camp, I think he will be trade bait, and if we cant find a partner, he might even get cut. They arent gonna keep all three, and if you know Braxton isnt your future, hes the odd man out.

I have no doubt that Bieniemy is a great RB coach. Still, vision is kind of an inherent talent. Of course people can learn and be coached, but I'll be Swift has been coached before, and yet he still has mediocre vision at best. Im hoping RJ does well, and I look forward to seeing Monangai in pads, but as a 7th round pick, he's gonna have to show me before i start considering him an answer. i would LOVE it is he is dominant, but I need to see it first. I still think we need a real HB1.

The Bears need to make sure LT is productive this year, until we see two young players produce, they are not going to trade him. You would trade him and then both of the young Ts play poorer and thinks that's OKaY? He's not expensive and was only a 5th round pick, if he plays this year and they let him walk it wont be a big deal.

He may not be, that is why we drafted Monangai and have BJ on the roster. Eric Bieniemy was a successful coach on a KC team that won two SBs. That is where he got his good coaching ratings from. While in KC, Karrem Hunt in 2017 run for over 1350 yards. Its the only time Eric had a dominate RB in 10 yrs at KC. He is use to RB by committee and that is exactly what our situation is this year.

If you know youre not gonna keep him, wouldnt you want a trade if one was possible?

No way I think we are signing him to a contract after this year. IF Ozzy and Kiran can play , they will be our future. A average LT is what Braxton has brought us for 3 yrs. We want better, even if he balls out , I dont think we pay him 20+. That is why we have drafted 2 LTs the last two yrs. We will just run with the younger guys. We get to watch the competition in real time. If the new guys struggle , Braxton will see the starting job again, its all up in the air. I hope he plays well that would improve our team, I want them all to play well.

You cant go a couple days without putting words in my mouth. I literally said he will not start at LT to begin the year but they wont be trading him because the other 2 LTs havent proven anything. He is the floor, that is just common sense, not making him an all pro. Can you direct message me on what I am going to say tommorrow so I dont have to put any thought in it.