# Are Chicago Bears doomed to regress in 2026? Or can Caleb Williams prove doubters wrong?

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Podcast: [Locked On Bears - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bears](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-bears-daily-podcast-on-the-chicago-bears-500821)
Published: 2026-05-19T07:30:00+00:00
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The Chicago Bears are a popular pick to regress in 2026, but fewer turnovers and 4th quarter comebacks doesn't mean the team will be worse in Ben Johnson's second season.

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