Overview

• Chicago named former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as head coach and play-caller in January to establish year-to-year system continuity.
• Offensive investments include adding veteran linemen Joe Thuney and Drew Dalman and drafting two first-round receivers to protect and support Williams.
• After finishing 28th in run defense in 2024, Chicago signed edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo and defensive tackles Grady Jarrett and Shemar Turner to strengthen the trenches.
• Peyton Manning highlighted the benefits of a single playbook, saying Johnson’s dual role should accelerate Williams’s development.
• Luke Kuechly labeled the offense “loaded,” and some analysts project Williams could approach 4,500 passing yards and 30 touchdowns in his second season.