How Bad Is the Bears RB Problem?
The Chicago Bears are 2-2 on the 2025 NFL season thus far, as they go into their bye week. After beginning the season with two agonizing defeats against their division rivals, the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions, many fans foresaw another disappointing season. Chicago would go on to defeat the Dallas Cowboys and the Las Vegas Raiders, reigniting the fire in its fanbase for their hope in head coach Ben Johnson. Despite the victories, the Bears still have a large looming issue that could cost them the rest of the season. D’Andre Swift and the running attack have been the weakest point of this Bears team.
The Bears’ run game is currently averaging 3.8 yards per carry and 102 yards per game, which ranks in the bottom 10 of the NFL. They have 409 total rushing yards through four games this season, which has forced quarterback Caleb Williams and the passing attack to be effective or suffer the consequences. Ben Johnson and the Bears’ front office would choose to stick with Swift this offseason as their starter and get rookie Kyle Monangai in the draft. Although Monangai has had limited snaps, he has yet to provide any sort of spark for the rushing attack. Swift has rushed for 187 yards and two touchdowns through four games, becoming a massive disappointment amongst Bears fans. Not all hope has been lost, however, as Chicago can still make changes with more running backs becoming available for trade.
Running back Alvin Kamara has been at the center of trade talks this week in the NFL. The 30-year-old veteran is still a valuable player in 2025, so far rushing for 256 yards and a touchdown. While his value has declined and he continues to decline in age, Kamara could be the type of running back the Bears need. A veteran player who can help work with a younger Monangai is certainly a positive the Bears could use. What Chicago would need to give up to trade for Kamara is the bigger question, but it may be worth whatever the cost is. Williams and his receivers have had an impressive start to the season, but cannot be relied on every game going forward to get the Bears points. Chicago’s front office may need to make some phone calls to get the Bears’ rushing attack some life.
