Chicago Bears connected to versatile weapon to help Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears, despite having strong offensive weapons, require improvement in their backfield. D'Andre Swift is currently slated to lead the rushing attack in 2025, but concerns exist due to his disappointing performance last season. While Roschon Johnson and rookie Kyle Monangai offer depth, significant question marks remain about the running back position.

Consequently, Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine identifies halfback as one of the Bears' biggest needs entering the new NFL season. Ballentine specifically links the Bears to New York Jets running back Breece Hall as a potential target for 2026 free agency. He notes Hall has struggled to meet expectations as an early second-round pick, lacking a 1,000-yard rushing season, but attributes this partly to the Jets' offensive instability and blocking issues. Ballentine suggests a fresh start in the Bears' offense under coach Ben Johnson could benefit both parties.

Although Hall, viewed as a potential breakout candidate in 2024, only rushed for 876 yards and five touchdowns (4.2 yards per carry), he demonstrated receiving ability with 57 catches for 483 yards and five scores. The article argues that the 24-year-old Hall is talented and a change of scenery could help him. With the Bears possessing a compelling offensive group, including impressive wide receivers and quarterback Caleb Williams, a dependable halfback is seen as the missing piece. Hall's proven versatility, highlighted by a season with 994 rushing yards and 76 receptions just two years prior, makes him a potential solution. The piece concludes that the Bears might be the team to unlock Hall's best potential.