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Rome Odunze aims for breakout year as Bears prepare for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Rome Odunze aims for breakout year as Bears prepare for 2026 season

Summary

The Chicago Bears are preparing for the 2026 NFL season with wide receiver Rome Odunze featured as the No. 9 most important player. After a strong start to the 2025 season, Odunze faced setbacks due to injury but is now fully healthy. With the departure of DJ Moore, Odunze will take on a larger role, needing to establish himself as a top receiver for the Bears. Training camp will be crucial as he looks to build chemistry with quarterback Caleb Williams and improve on past inconsistencies.

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By the Numbers

•Odunze had 44 receptions for 661 yards and six touchdowns in 2025.
•He’s the most tenured receiver on the team following DJ Moore's trade.
•Odunze is fully healthy after recovering from a foot injury.
•Training camp will focus on building chemistry with quarterback Caleb Williams.
•The Bears aim to build on their NFC North title from 2025.

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