Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Rome Odunze's future with the Chicago Bears uncertain?
Odunze has struggled with a persistent drop problem and a Receiving Success Rate of just 46.1% across 32 career games, which is well below elite receivers in the NFL. The Bears have not discussed a contract extension for him, and with next year being the last of his rookie deal, Chicago currently has no incentive to pick up his 5th-year option.
What is Receiving Success Rate and how does Rome Odunze compare to other NFL wide receivers?
Receiving Success Rate is a percentage calculated by the number of receptions made relative to targets. Odunze sits at 46.1%, which is lower than Marvin Harrison Jr. at 50.5% and well below elite receivers like Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase, who hover around 56%.
What drop by Rome Odunze cost the Bears points on Monday night?
Odunze bobbled what should have been an easy touchdown catch, turning it into an incompletion and costing the Bears 4 points. While it didn't end up affecting the outcome, it continued a troubling pattern of costly drops.
Which Chicago Bears offensive players have already received contract extensions or are expected to get new deals?
Right tackle Darnell Wright received a massive contract extension before the 2025 season began, and all signs point to quarterback Caleb Williams getting his own deal next offseason if he continues playing at a high level. Odunze's name has not been part of those conversations.
What happens to the Bears' passing game if Rome Odunze doesn't turn things around?
If Odunze doesn't string together a strong run over the final 14 games of the season, the Bears are expected to reshuffle their passing game priorities toward players like Colston Loveland and Luther Burden. Head coach Ben Johnson is reportedly already showing frustration with Odunze's drop issues.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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