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The Bear’s Den, July 29, 2025

July 29, 2025 by Windy City Gridiron

Chicago Bears Training Camp
Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images

Practice was run-heavy during first day with pads on, plus we had a Luther Burden III sighting

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Offensive line almost fully restored for Bears after off day — Tackles Amegadjie and Wright return; Loveland continues encouraging progression; depth issues linger at center. SI

Chicago Bears Training Camp: Takeaways from Day 5 — Breakdown of standout players on offense, including improvement of O‑line over the defensive front. Yahoo Sports

One Bears training camp catch shows DJ Moore is already in mid‑season form — DJ Moore makes a sliding deep catch in pads, helmet flying off—a spark play against Tyrique Stevenson. ChicagoBears.com

Bears Notes: What’s Ben Johnson focusing on for Week 2? Luther Burden III practice update & DB reps — Rookie Burden back at practice, Dan Wiederer spotlights Nahshon Wright stepping into first-team reps, and optimism heading into Week 2 of camp. Bleacher Nation

Bears morning report: First practice in pads gives Ben Johnson a look at running game — First full‑pads practice reveals strengths and concerns in both lines, with running game now under coach Johnson’s microscope as rookie WR Luther Burden III returns. Chicago Sun-Times.

Bears WR Luther Burden practices for first time — Second‑round wideout Burden steps back into camp action after hamstring recovery; still limited in drills but poised to contribute soon. Chicago Sun-Times.

Unknown Bears CB Nahshon Wright capitalizes on 1st‑team reps with Jaylon Johnson injured — Wright, a relative newcomer, emerges as a competitor at cornerback opposite Tyrique Stevenson while incumbent Jaylon Johnson remains sidelined. Chicago Sun-Times.

POLISH SAUSAGE

NFL news roundup: Bills sign Deon Cain amid WR injuries; Jets’ Justin Fields back in 11-on-11 drills — Covering roster news and injury updates across the league, including signings, practice progressions, and more. NFL.com

Inside Training Camp: Highlights, buzz from Monday — Daily training camp coverage kicks off—including standout drills, player interviews, and key storylines. NFL.com

Veteran returner Cordarrelle Patterson says Steelers released him on off day — Former Steelers return specialist confirms his release via social media, prompting wide industry reaction. NFL.com

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Chicago Bears Training Camp Recap for July 28: Luther Burden III returns — Day 5 of camp: full-pads practice; Luther Burden III makes his return; rookie starting reps; OL issues with Doug Kramer and Bill Murray; standout moments from DJ Moore and Colston Loveland.

Bears Coaching Staff Set Expectations for Caleb Williams’ 2025 Season — Coach Ben Johnson and the staff lay out lofty goals for Williams, including a 70% completion benchmark and structured daily tracking in high-volume practice settings.

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