In less than two weeks, the Chicago Bears begin 2026 training camp with key position battles under coach Ben Johnson. Five players have the most at stake:

Tyrique Stevenson, CB, faces rookie Malik Muhammad for the No. 2 cornerback role in a contract year. Kyler Gordon, the NFL's highest-paid nickel corner on a $40 million deal, must prove availability after soft tissue injuries limited him to five games in 2025. Braxton Jones, LT, leads for the starting job over Jedrick Wills Jr. and Kiran Amegadjie on a one-year deal, aiming to secure his future before Ozzy Trapilo returns.

Dayo Odeyingbo, DE, signed for $48 million ($32M guaranteed) but managed one sack before an Achilles tear. His camp performance will determine if the Bears pursue free agents like Jadeveon Clowney. Rome Odunze, WR, targets a WR1 role after DJ Moore's departure, but a stress fracture left a "new normal" in his foot. He competes with rookie Luther Burden III to cement his status as the No. 9 overall pick.