The Bear’s Den, July 28, 2024

Ken’s Note: I’m still messing around with the format for the Den, none of this is set in stone in any way, let me know what you like and hate (with the format, not the ads or the way the old system works... just the content).

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

BEARSSSSSS

July 25

• Bears training camp report: Friday, July 25 — The Chicago Bears offense sputters in red‑zone drills, but defense stands tall: defenders Jaquan Brisker, T.J. Edwards and Kyler Gordon make key plays. Undrafted rookie JP Richardson continues to flash in drills.
• Chicago Bears training camp: Success in situational football balances uneven Friday — Fans flock to Halas Hall. Offense remains shaky but finishes strong with situational gains late in practice.

July 26

• “We’re trying to win the Super Bowl”: Kevin Byard III backs head coach Ben Johnson’s big plans for the Chicago Bears — Veteran safety Kevin Byard III publicly praises Ben Johnson’s intensity and leadership, framing the season mindset as championship‑or‑bust.
• Bears training camp report: Saturday, July 26 — Caleb Williams connects with Rome Odunze for a two‑minute drill TD fade. First-round WR Colston Loveland joins team drills, while O‑line rotation continues.
• Chicago Bears training camp: Standout players from the first week of practices — Tyrique Stevenson impresses as a press‑man cornerback, while seventh‑round RB Kyle Monangai earns praise for consistent runs and receiving skills.
• Chicago Bears Training Camp Day 4 Recap — Colston Loveland makes multiple catches in 7v7 and team periods; Williams’ timing improves; buzz builds around improved offense.

July 27

• Caleb Williams issued worrying warning and brutal Ben Johnson assessment after disastrous Bears training camp — Analysts and Johnson alike criticize Williams’ rough early outings, with Dan Orlovsky warning it may take years to adapt. Johnson reiterates the 70% completion target amid mounting pressure.

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