Chicago Bears camp battles are shaping the projected 53-man roster as the team prepares for its first padded training camp practice on Monday. As the players enjoy an off day today, let's look at some key position battles Chicago Sun-Times analyst Patrick Finley has projected.

Projecting the Bears’ 53-man roster on the eve of the team’s first padded training camp practice Monday: Battle to watch: The battle for the No. 2 job between Bagent and Keenum, who have rotated during camp. Bagent has believers in the Bears’ front office, and the Bears are sure to keep Keenum to help guide Williams.

Running back is one of the big questions marks on the Chicago Bears’ roster, making every training camp rep count.

Chicago Bears veteran tight end Cole Kmet believes the arrival of rookie Colston Loveland will create healthy competition.

Examining the running back position for the Chicago Bears going into 2025 training camp. ... There will be a lot of reps to go around as the Bears try to create as much competition as possible.

The Chicago Bears' depth chart at running back will likely begin with Swift as the RB1 and Roschon Johnson serving as the primary power back in the RB2 role. Monangai should start the 2025 season as the RB3, but there's a direct path to early-down carries if he continues to impress.

However, if the running back is truly healthy, he could be a force in Chicago’s passing game. He has caught 240 passes for 1,778 yards and eight touchdowns over his five-year NFL career.