Chicago Bears preparing for key training camp battles ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Chicago Bears are set to begin training camp later this month at Halas Hall. Second-year head coach Ben Johnson aims to build on last season's success after an 11-6 finish and a playoff win. Notable position battles include left tackle, center, cornerback, and wide receiver, along with a competition for punt and kick returner. There will be intense competition for starting roles and roster spots as players vie for positions in the lead-up to the 2026 season.
- •Bears' training camp begins this month at Halas Hall.
- •Ozzy Trapilo's injury opens left tackle competition.
- •Garrett Bradbury and rookie Logan Jones vie for center position.
- •Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson and rookie Malik Muhammad are competing for a starting job.
- •Kalif Raymond and Zavion Thomas to battle for returner duties.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — 6 training camp battles to watch during Chicago Bears training camp
"There will be no shortage of position battles to watch when the Chicago Bears hit the practice field during training camp.
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