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🚨 The Chicago Bears wrapped up Day 2 of mandatory minicamp, and there is a LOT for Bears fans to talk about.

On today’s episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down the biggest takeaways from Halas Hall, including Caleb Williams having a strong bounce-back practice, going 10-for-10 in 7-on-7 work and showing off the arm talent that could fuel a major Year 3 leap in Ben Johnson’s offense.

We also dive into Coby Bryant making plays in the secondary, including his interception during the two-minute drill, rookie safety Dillon Thieneman getting first-team reps, and why the Bears’ new-look defensive backfield could be one of the most important storylines of the 2026 season.

Plus, Zavion Thomas continues to flash as both an offensive weapon and return-game option, the punt return battle is heating up, Tyrique Stevenson and Jedrick Wills Jr. return to practice, and Colston Loveland sends a message to the rest of the NFL that his breakout rookie season was only the beginning.

Haize also reacts to Montez Sweat’s comments on Ben Johnson’s impact, what the Bears’ new standard looks like, and why Darnell Wright’s contract extension feels like a matter of when — not if.

🐻 Topics include:

Caleb Williams’ strong Day 2 minicamp performance

Coby Bryant’s interception and ballhawk ability

Dillon Thieneman getting first-team defensive reps

Zavion Thomas continuing to stand out

Bears punt return competition with Kalif Raymond, Luther Burden III and Thomas

Colston Loveland’s scary message to the NFL

Montez Sweat praising Ben Johnson’s winning standard

Darnell Wright extension watch

Latest Chicago Bears injury updates

If you’re a Bears fan, this is the minicamp breakdown you don’t want to miss.

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