Chicago Bears Offseason Workout Schedule Unveiled

0:00It's April 3rd. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI and Ready for Kickoff. The NFL just dropped the offseason workout schedules for all 32 teams, and for the Chicago Bears, it kicks off on April 20th. They've got organized team activities set for May 27th through 29th and June 2nd through 4th, followed by mandatory mini-camp. June 9th to 11th. These dates could shift, but it's the roadmap to get everyone dialed in before training camp. Rookie mini-camp hits right after the draft, likely the first or second weekend in May, while clubs can start a 7-week rookie development program. As early as May 11th, this set up lets new players ease in without overwhelming them from jump. These phases build smart phase 1 runs, two weeks of meetings, strength training, and rehab only, keeping things low-key to avoid early injuries. It's all about mental prep and body recovery after the long season. These two spans three weeks with on-field work, but no live contact, just individual drills,

1:02group sessions, and walkthroughs where offense faces. Offense or defense faces defense at a slow pace. Then phase 3 over four weeks allows up to 10 days of OTAs, including 7 on 7, 9 on 7, and 11 on 11 drills still. Contact free to sharpen timing. Overall, this progression ramps up intensity safely, setting the bears up strong for the fall grind, while giving coaches time to install schemes.