Frequently Asked Questions
How many wins do the oddsmakers predict for the Chicago Bears in 2022?
The oddsmakers set the Bears' total regular season wins at 6.5, with several sites having them finishing as one of the worst teams in the league.
What did Justin Fields accomplish in the preseason finale against Cleveland?
Fields completed 14 of 16 passes for three touchdowns in the first half against the Browns. He showed massive improvement in release time and decision-making from the pocket, threading passes to Ryan Griffin, Dante Pettis, and Cole Kmet.
Who are the three running backs expected to get significant carries for the Bears?
David Montgomery leads the group as a fourth-year veteran who made the NFL's Top-100 list. He'll be joined by second-year back Khalil Herbert, who averaged over four yards per carry on 100+ carries last season, and rookie Trestan Ebner from Baylor.
Why does the article predict Justin Fields will rush for over 700 yards?
Fields is considered a freak athlete with 4.4 speed who had three scrambles eclipsing 20mph through Week 8 last year, while the rest of NFL quarterbacks combined only had five such runs. His ability to improvise and turn the corner makes him a game changer in the open field.
Who are the key defensive players returning for the Bears in 2022?
Robert Quinn returns after setting the Bears' single-season sack record and landing at #48 on the NFL Top-100 list. 2nd Team All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith also returns after a short preseason holdout, along with Jaylen Johnson and Eddie Jackson in the secondary.