We’re still a few months from the start of the 2020 season, where the Chicago Bears will be looking to prove that their disappointing 2019 season was a fluke rather than a trend.
The Bears made some moves this offseason that they hope will bolster their team, including the additions of pass rusher Robert Quinn, quarterback Nick Foles and rookie cornerback Jaylon Johnson.
But there are several players from last season that are either returning from injury or have the potential to have breakout seasons.
Here are the eight Bears we’re most excited to see play in 2020.
1. DT Akiem Hicks
While the Bears defense was among the best in the NFL last season, they certainly missed the presence of defensive tackle Akiem Hicks in the middle. Hicks suffered an elbow injury in Week 5, and he was placed on injured reserve. Hicks’ return instantly improves Chicago’s pass rush, which struggled with his absence last season.