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Bears Keep OC Declan Doyle as Ben Johnson Sets Drops Fix as Offseason Priority

Chicago signals a fundamentals-first reset with leadership backing Caleb Williams.

Overview

  • Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle withdrew from the Eagles’ vacancy and will remain in Chicago, preserving continuity with Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams, according to Dianna Russini.
  • Johnson said the team will return to “square one” and made catch reliability a spring focus after a season marred by drops.
  • Next Gen Stats tallied 404 passing yards lost for Williams due to drops in 2025, and Pro Football Focus logged three drops in the divisional loss to the Rams.
  • Chicago went 11-6, won the NFC North, and fielded a top rushing attack at 144.5 yards per game before falling to Los Angeles in the divisional round.
  • Roster decisions loom with DJ Moore’s $28.5 million cap hits and a fully guaranteed 2026 salary, prompting outside speculation about trade options before a March 12 guarantee date.