5 reasons for optimism with the Bears in 2024

The Chicago Bears are coming off a 7-10 record, where they won five of their last eight games in a strong finish to the 2023 season. Now, they’re looking to take the next step in 2024.

Chicago is in the middle of a potential franchise-altering offseason, which includes a change at quarterback. The Bears traded Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Caleb Williams is set to join Chicago as the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

But there’s a talented, young core still in place on offense and defense, which has this team ready to contend for the postseason in 2024.

Here are five reasons to be optimistic about the Bears in 2024: