Chicago Bears release unofficial Week 1 depth chart

There are a couple of surprises on the Chicago Bears depth chart

While the depth chart is still unofficial, there were a couple of notable surprises on the roster sheet. Kyle Monangai was listed as the third running back, with Roschon Johnson listed as the second-string running back behind D’Andre Swift. Monangai has had a very impressive training camp and seemed to be a clear frontrunner for the RB2 spot. Johnson has had a quiet camp and has been battling injuries. The Bears’ head coach has mentioned how impressed he has been by Monangai. It’s expected that the seventh-round rookie will get plenty of carries throughout the season.

Another notable takeaway from the depth chart announcement was that Tyrique Stevenson has earned his spot back as the CB2, beating out Nashon Wright for the position. Wright had an impressive training camp but struggled badly during the third preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Stevenson needs to have a bounce-back 2025 season following his rough 2024 outing.

It’s also interesting but not surprising to see both Cole Kmet and Colston Loveland as starters at tight end. The Bears offense will likely use 12-personnel often, with Ben Johnson calling plays.

The depth chart will likely change a little bit before the team plays the Vikings on Monday night.