While the Bears initial 53-man roster was created on Tuesday afternoon, we’ll see some changes to it throughout the week as the squad begins to settle. This group won’t be the exact one available when the Bears play Tennessee to open the regular season, but most key components will.

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That’s why we’re going use this opportunity to take a look at the state of this Bears roster. Let’s start by analyzing offense, how it’s set up and what it might be capable of doing. Spoiler alert: This crew could be pretty good.

QUARTERBACKS (2)

Caleb Williams, Tyson Bagent

The No. 1 overall draft pick will start right away, as he should. Williams can do some special things, both within rigid structures and offschedule offense, capable of creating awesome moments and significant production. He’s also going to make some rookie mistakes, both mental and physical, that will provide some setbacks. That said, his mature, professional approach should allow him to learn from them. The sky’s the limit for Williams. The only question is over how much potential he’ll realize in his first NFL season.

Bagent’s about as good of a No. 2 option as you’ll find, fully capable of stepping in and getting the Bears a win if called upon.

RUNNING BACKS (4)

Khalil Herbert, Travis Homer, Roschon Johnson, D’Andre Swift

Swift, Herbert and Johnson form a solid, experienced trio that should keep each member of it fresh. The Swift addition is a big one, as he’s capable of doing most everything well. He’s going to be Williams’ best friend as an outlet receiver and blocker. Homer’s here as a reserve option and a special teams player. It also must be noted that fullback Khari Blasingame will be re-signed soon, per the Chicago Tribune, so this group could be in some flux. Also, you’ll see Velus Jones Jr. listed as a receiver, as the Bears have done, but he could get some regular-season work in the backfield. This is a solid, deep group.

RECEIVERS (5)

Keenan Allen, DeAndre Carter, Velus Jones Jr., DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, Tyler Scott

This group of receivers has it all. Allen has shiftiness and veteran savvy. Moore is an almost impossible cover. Odunze is smooth and wise beyond his years. Scott is just plain fast and can be an additional deep threat. Between those four, Williams has plenty of offensive firepower to work with out wide and in the slot. Carter could be set for the punt return job and important snaps on special teams.

TIGHT ENDS (3)

Gerald Everett, Cole Kmet, Marcedes Lewis

There’s depth and talent at every skill position, including tight end. Kmet is a massive human and reliable target in the middle of the field. Everett’s a solid blocker, can catch and works well in two tight end sets. Lewis has been around for a long time, but still has some juice. He also has the wisdom to guide this group.

OFFENSIVE LINE (10)

Kiran Amegadjie, Ryan Bates, Nate Davis, Teven Jenkins, Braxton Jones, Doug Kramer Jr., Bill Murray, Matt Pryor, Coleman Shelton, Darnell Wright

The Bears have a solid starting five, with Jones a steady presence on the left flank. There is, however, a level of early-season uncertainty due to health. We’ll have to wait and see how Bates’ injury status plays out in the coming days. Larry Borom is on injured reserve with a designation to return, so he’ll be out at least four weeks. Pryor can step up as the swing tackle in the interim, or possibly for a longer term.

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