Rome Odunze identifies Jahdae Walker as breakout star in Bears camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze described second-year pro Jahdae Walker as a standout performer early in training camp. Following the departure of veterans like DJ Moore, Odunze and rookie Luther Burden III aim to lead a younger receiver group. Walker is benefiting from extended playing time amid injuries to Burden and rookie Zavion Thomas. Odunze praised Walker's progress, noting his potential to contribute in the team's new offense under head coach Ben Johnson. The competition for the fourth wide receiver spot remains open as the camp continues.
- •Rome Odunze called Jahdae Walker a breakout star at Bears training camp.
- •The Bears receiver group features younger players following veteran departures.
- •Walker is getting more opportunities due to injuries to teammates.
- •Odunze highlighted Walker's flashes of talent from last season.
- •The competition for receiver roles continues as training camp progresses.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Rome Odunze says Jahdae Walker is standout in Bears training camp
"Chicago Bears WR Rome Odunze highlighted second-year receiver Jahdae Walker as a breakout star early in training camp.
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