Garrett Bradbury outlines center duties in Bears offense ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Garrett Bradbury is expected to be the starting center for the Chicago Bears after a trade from the Minnesota Vikings. The Bears needed a new center following Drew Dalman's retirement. In training camp, Bradbury has been working to establish continuity with quarterback Caleb Williams amid some exchange issues. Head coach Ben Johnson emphasizes the importance of reps to improve their communication and execution. As the season nears, the collaboration between Bradbury and Williams will be crucial for the offense's success.
- •Bradbury traded to Bears after Dalman's retirement.
- •Listed as starting center on Bears' unofficial depth chart.
- •Working on communication with quarterback Caleb Williams.
- •Head coach Johnson stresses the need for practice reps.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Garrett Bradbury explains his responsibilities in the Bears offense
"Garrett Bradbury explains his responsibilities in Bears' offense and how he balances that with what Caleb Williams sees on the field.
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