Here’s the latest Chicago Bears news for June 23, 2025, as the team heads into their final stretch of summer break before training camp:
Caleb Williams’ Viral Moment: Caleb Williams made headlines by joining Bears fans in a chant of “F*** Green Bay” at a Summer Bash event on June 22. This quickly went viral, igniting fan passion and showing Williams embracing the intense rivalry. This moment underscores his growing connection with the fan base despite any pre-draft concerns he might have had and has since addressed.
DJ Moore’s Evolving Role: Wide receiver DJ Moore acknowledges that his target share might decrease in Ben Johnson’s new offense due to the influx of receiving talent (including Rome Odunze and potentially Luther Burden III). However, he anticipates being targeted in different ways and finding more open looks.
Kyle Monangai’s Uphill Battle: Seventh-round running back Kyle Monangai faces a daunting task to earn significant playing time, despite impressing in minicamp. The running back room is competitive, with D’Andre Swift expected to lead and Roschon Johnson also vying for carries.
Training Camp Dates Set: The NFL has officially released training camp reporting dates. Rookies will report to Halas Hall on July 19, and veterans will follow on July 22.
Joint Practices Confirmed: The Bears will host two joint practices at Halas Hall: one with the Miami Dolphins on August 8 (before their August 10 preseason game) and another with the Buffalo Bills on August 15 (before their August 17 preseason game). These joint sessions are crucial for competitive drills.
Unsigned Rookies a Concern: A “disturbing trend” has emerged with none of the Bears’ three second-round picks from the 2025 NFL Draft – wide receiver Luther Burden III, offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo, and defensive tackle Shemar Turner – having signed their rookie contracts. This is part of a larger league-wide issue with second-round picks and contract disputes over fully guaranteed money. While Trapilo and Turner participated in offseason activities, Burden has been sidelined by a soft-tissue injury, adding pressure for him to catch up quickly once his deal is signed.
