The Chicago Bears’ 100th season was anything but special. In fact, it was an absolute mess. This, after a 12-4 season where expectations were sky-high for the future.

The 2019 season was an utter disappointment. The offense was a mess from top to bottom, with the exception of receiver Allen Robinson. They ranked near the bottom is most statistical categories, and aside from two back-to-back games against the Lions in Week 13 and Cowboys in Week 14, they never found a rhythm. Even the defense, who weren’t the issue this season, regressed more than anticipated due to a combination of injuries and a new defensive scheme.

This offseason will be integral in determining the direction of the 2020 Bears, who have nowhere to go but up following the disaster that was 2019. Especially now that they know what needs to be fixed.

Here are five takeaways from the 2019 season:

1. Bears are an offense away from championship contention

Believe it or not, the Bears aren’t far off from making a return to the postseason. Although they’re missing one very important part: An offense. And not even a high-flying offense, just an adequate offense that can average more than 17.5 points per game and help their defense out.

The Bears offense wasn’t just disappointing in 2019, it was downright abysmal. They ranked near the bottom of most statistical categories — including points (29th in NFL), yards per game (29th), passing yards (25th) and rushing yards (26th).

It wasn’t just one position group that disappointed, it was everyone. Quarterback, offensive line, run game, tight ends, receivers (not named Allen Robinson) and especially play calling.

Considering this was a team that went 12-4 last season with the same dominant defense and an adequate offense, they’re more than capable of making a return to the playoffs, and actually winning in the postseason. They just need something — anything — out of their offense.