The Chicago Bears are gearing up for the start of their offseason program next month, where new and returning players will gather at Halas Hall to kick off the 2023 season.
Chicago is in the middle of a pivotal offseason, where general manager Ryan Poles has been retooling the roster after a rough 2022 campaign. Quarterback Justin Fields is entering an important third season, where he’s expected to take a step forward in his development.
The NFL announced the offseason workout dates for the Bears, which includes the start of their offseason program, OTAs and mandatory minicamp.
The offseason workouts will give Fields an opportunity to build chemistry with his new WR1 in DJ Moore, as well as further develop a rapport with other weapons in Darnell Mooney, Chase Claypool and Cole Kmet.
Here’s a look at those offseason dates:
Offseason program start: April 17
The Bears don’t have a new head coach in place as Matt Eberflus is entering his second season, which means the team can begin offseason workout programs on April 17, as the team confirmed. Franchises with new head coaches can start their offseason programs on April 10.
OTA offseason workouts: May 22-23, May 25, May 30-June 1, June 5-8
The Bears will meet as a team, new rookies included, beginning May 22 for the first of 10 voluntary OTA practices at Halas Hall, which will include veterans and rookies. They’ll meet May 22-23, May 25, May 30-June 1 and June 5-8.
Mandatory minicamp: June 13-15
The Bears will hold their mandatory minicamp from June 13-15, which will mark the final organized set of practices before training camp in late July.
