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Bears offense searching for consistency

The Chicago Bears offense remains in search of a reliable rhythm after another uneven stretch, with head coach Ben Johnson pinpointing consistency as the unit’s biggest hurdle. The team’s production has swung wildly from week to week, from a dominant Week 1 performance—59 points, 552 total yards, and eight touchdowns—led by quarterback Caleb Williams, to a stark drop-off in Week 2 with just 297 yards and a lone field goal.

Even without Williams, who has been sidelined, the Bears showed flashes of dominance in Week 4 (492 yards, no punts, 42:45 time of possession) before collapsing to 246 yards and seven points the following week. Johnson acknowledged the play-calling and execution need refinement, particularly with backup quarterback Tyson Bagent stepping in, and emphasized a return to fundamentals.

The team’s upcoming bye week offers a chance to reset, with Wednesday’s walk-through practice signaling a focus on simplifying the offense and mastering the basics before the next challenge in Week 6.

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