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It’s no secret the Chicago Bears have been looking for something more in their backfield. After all the offseason noise, the draft day whispers, and a few eyebrow-raising decisions, the team may finally have their eyes set on a familiar name with a powerful track record.
According to multiple league sources, the Bears are showing real interest in free agent running back Nick Chubb- a move that could reshape the tone of their offense heading into 2025.
Chubb isn’t just another veteran option floating in free agency. A four-time Pro Bowler, Nick Chubb built his reputation on punishing runs and consistent play, even after a severe 2023 knee injury.
Although he played only 10 games over the past two seasons, he returned for eight games late last year and flashed signs of his old form. He finished with 332 rushing yards and three touchdowns- not eye-popping numbers, but enough to draw attention from a team looking for proven production behind a young quarterback.
The Bears only took one running back in the 2025 NFL Draft, using a seventh-round pick on Rutgers’ Kyle Monangai. That low-risk selection raised questions about their long-term strategy at the position, especially after heavy speculation tied them to Boise State standout Ashton Jeanty early in the draft. Instead, they grabbed tight end Colston Loveland with the 10th overall pick. That pivot suggests that head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles might have set their sights elsewhere.
𝗥𝗨𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗦: The #Bears are “very serious” about potentially signing free agent runningback Nick Chubb, per @KenCarman
The #Browns are also trying hard to bring Nick Chubb back despite drafting 2 RBs. pic.twitter.com/Ugo9zk5Zir
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) May 1, 2025
Adding Chubb into the mix alongside D’Andre Swift would bring balance to Chicago’s backfield. Swift thrives in space and passing situations, while Chubb could bring the downhill, between-the-tackles presence that the Bears lacked last season. It’s a formula Johnson used well in Detroit, pairing Jahmyr Gibbs with David Montgomery. Replicating that setup in Chicago could be key to unlocking the offense around second-year quarterback Caleb Williams.
Cap space remains tight, and Chubb’s injury history might lower his asking price, creating an opportunity for a short-term, incentive-laden deal. Cleveland has already moved on, drafting two backs this spring, and local reports indicate Chubb will not return to the Browns.
The fit in Chicago makes too much sense to ignore. If the Bears are serious about giving Williams the right tools and building a more physical offense, this might be the kind of veteran swing worth taking.
