Despite rumors of Justin Fields’ trade, the Chicago Bears are poised to make a splash in 2024, according…..

Roschon Johnson could be the Chicago Bears asset with the biggest breakout potential in the 2024 NFL season. Although he did not exactly erupt right out of the gate of his pro career in 2023, the running back showed flashes of brilliance, albeit in a limited role in the team’s ground attack. For ESPN’s Dan Graziano, Johnson’s sophomore NFL campaign will have the tailback turning more heads and converting doubters into believers.

Early 2024 NFL Season Outlook For Chicago Bears Running Back Roschon Johnson

Although there is not a clear pathway to an RB1 role for Johnson at the moment, the Chicago Bears can still find him enough work for him to shine in the 2024 campaign. The Bears still have both Travis Homer and Khalil Herbert under payroll, not to mention dual-threat quarterback Justin Fields, who led Chicago in 2023 with 657 rushing yards on 124 carries. Herbert can still be viewed as ahead of Johnson in the RB pecking order, but the expected departure of D’Onta Foreman to free agency is going to be a plus for the former Texas Longhorns’ star to get more reps on the field.

If the Bears ultimately decide to let go of Fields and draft a new quarterback, that will also likely open the door for a bigger role on offense for Johnson, who was taken by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round (115th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft.

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Bears and Cubs celebrate Black History Month with service project, art exhibit

A special service project took place on Chicago’s South Side on Monday to celebrate Black History Month.

Volunteers from the Chicago Bears and several other organizations came together to create care package kits for children in foster care. These kits will be distributed to agencies working in the Chicago area.

The celebration also included wellness classes and a performance by “Bronzeville the Musical.”

In a separate event, the Chicago Cubs are also celebrating Black History Month with a pop-up art exhibit at Gallagher Way.

The exhibit features art from young artists who are part of the Kulture Museum and Mogul Nation Purpose Academy. These programs aim to empower young people across the city.

The pop-up exhibit will be available for viewing through March 15.