Bears kick off 2026 offseason program at Halas Hall

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The Chicago Bears have commenced their 2026 offseason program at Halas Hall, starting with meetings and conditioning work. Head coach Ben Johnson will meet the revamped team following significant offseason changes.

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Chicago Bears start 2026 offseason program at Halas Hall
First day of meetings for head coach Ben Johnson's squad
No on-field activity allowed in the first phase
Team features both returning players and new additions
Key players lost include Drew Dalman and DJ Moore

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Bears kick off 2026 offseason program at Halas Hall

Following a few months break, the Chicago Bears are back at Halas Hall for the start of the 2026 season. April 20 marks the first day of meetings for head coach Ben Johnson's squad, which features both returning and new addition.

With the first phase of their offseason program, there is no on-field activity permitted. But there will be meetings, strength and conditioning work plus rehabilitation. It will also be the first time that Johnson and his staff meet with the new-look team after this offseason's transactions.

It's been a busy offseason for Chicago, who lost some key contributors in center Drew Dalman (who retired), wide receiver DJ Moore (who was traded for a second-round pick), safeties Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker (signed elsewhere in free agency) and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (released).