5. Cornerbacks
Chicago’s cornerbacks are anchored by two-time Pro Bowler Kyle Fuller, who led the team in interceptions last season with three. Although, that number was a far cry from the seven he nabbed in his All-Pro season in 2018. Still, Fuller remains among the best cornerbacks in the entire NFL, and his presence in the secondary is a big reason for Chicago’s success.
The starting cornerback spot opposite Fuller will be one of training camp’s biggest battles, although it’s second-round rookie Jaylon Johnson that figures to be the favorite to win the job. Johnson was pegged by many as a top-three cornerback prospect, but the Bears got a steal in the second round as he was the seventh corner off the board. The Bears also signed veteran Artie Burns and CFL star Tre Roberson to compete for the starting spot, along with three-year corner Kevin Toliver. So despite who wins the job, there’s certainly depth at the position.
Then there’s nickelback Buster Skrine, who quietly had a productive year in his first season with the Bears. While Skrine was criticized during his time with the New York Jets, he’s settled in with a good scheme with a better defense in Chicago.
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