Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson expects Rome Odunze to be key player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said wide receiver Rome Odunze remains a focal point of the offense heading into the 2026 season. Despite public concerns regarding a foot injury Odunze suffered last year, Johnson described the receiver as healthy and consistent during training. Odunze recorded 44 receptions for 661 yards and six touchdowns during the 2025 season. Johnson highlighted Odunze’s physical play, including his blocking ability, as a significant asset for the team's upcoming campaign. Additionally, the head coach noted a change in quarterback Caleb Williams, observing that the player is more composed and serious entering this year. The team is currently viewed as a contender for the Super Bowl.
- •Ben Johnson labeled Rome Odunze as consistent and fully healthy.
- •Odunze finished the 2025 season with 44 catches for 661 yards.
- •Caleb Williams has adopted a more serious and composed approach this season.
- •The Chicago Bears are considered a Super Bowl contender for the 2026 campaign.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Ben Johnson Opens Up About Rome Odunze’s Role Post Foot Injury
"When discussing the Chicago Bears offense, it sometimes feels like wide receiver Rome Odunze gets lost in the mix. Caleb Williams, Colston Loveland, and Luther Burden typically command a lot of the hype about the upcoming season. All are expected to break out in some capacity. The most popular headline Odunze caught this offseason came from a comment he made about his recovery from a broken foot he suffered last season. The post Bears Ben Johnson Opens Up About Rome Odunze’s Role Post Foot Injur
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