Chicago Bears Face Critical Reevaluation During Bye Week After Split Start

The Chicago Bears, currently 2-2, face several challenges as they enter their early bye week after a narrow 25-24 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Head coach Ben Johnson is considering a change at left tackle, potentially replacing Braxton Jones with Theo Benedet, whose recent performance has sparked hope among fans. The offensive line has struggled, especially in run defense, allowing an NFL-worst 6.2 yards per carry and 240 rushing yards to the Raiders, which Johnson said is not representative of "Chicago Bears football." Despite quarterback Caleb Williams leading a crucial go-ahead drive and a game-saving blocked field goal, the Bears' offense is still inefficient, particularly in finishing scoring opportunities, and the running game remains ineffective, with Johnson noting that the entire offense, including himself as play caller, needs to improve. The bye week offers the Bears time to reassess and address these issues, including injuries and tactical adjustments, with Johnson expressing determination to build a stronger team moving forward. Overall, the team’s performance showed resilience but highlighted significant areas requiring urgent attention for sustained success.