Jaylon Johnson believes this is one of the Bears' best rosters he's had

The Chicago Bears have been one of the most-talked teams this offseason, and optimism is high following a busy offseason with some impactful new additions.

That includes rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, who takes over for the departed Justin Fields, along with rookie receiver Rome Odunze, receiver Keenan Allen, running back D’Andre Swift, safety Kevin Byard and tight end Gerald Everett.

Cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who signed a four-year contract extension with Chicago this offseason, had high praise for this roster during an appearance on “Jim Rome.”

“I can say this is one of the best rosters I’ve had since being with the Bears,” Johnson said.

While the new additions are expected to be key contributors, there’s also plenty of returning talent on the roster that will be crucial to the team’s success in 2024.

The Bears defense features Johnson, Pro Bowl defensive end Montez Sweat and a slew of core returners, including cornerbacks Kyler Gordon and Tyrique Stevenson, safety Jaquan Brisker and linebackers T.J. Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds. They had a strong finish to the 2023 season, and they have the potential to be a top-10 unit in 2024.

There’s plenty of returning talent on offense, as well, including receiver DJ Moore, tight end Cole Kmet, running backs Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson and offensive linemen Darnell Wright, Teven Jenkins and Braxton Jones.