The Chicago Bears have a lot of work to do in terms of building up the roster for playoff aspirations. One position that hasn’t been talked about a ton is running back. Signing D’Andre Swift to a three-year, $24 million contract proved to be a risky move, and the Bears could use a player who can get more than two yards a play. With that in mind, here are some Day Two running back prospects the Bears could target in the 2025 NFL Draft.

2025 NFL Draft: Bears’ Day Two Running Back Targets

Analysis via Fantasy Football RPG and NFLDraftBuzz

Kaleb Johnson, Iowa

The hype with Kaleb Johnson is real. Forcing 66 missed tackles and racking up 1,060 yards after contact is nothing short of incredible—that’s an average of 0.25 missed tackles per touch. To put that in perspective, Jahmyr Gibbs posted a 0.19 missed tackle rate in college, and Saquon Barkley had a 0.23 rate. Both running backs were drafted in the first round. While FFRPG ranks Johnson as their RB5 and NFLDraftBuzz places him as RB3, in most drafts, he’d easily be the RB1.

For the Bears, Johnson could easily take over as the primary back. His potential is limitless, and he’d integrate seamlessly into the offense. If he improves his receiving skills, the rest of the NFL will have a serious problem on their hands.

Plus, let’s hope the Bears bring in a couple of Johnsons this offseason…

Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State

Another running back capable of breaking tackles, Quinshon Judkins is a can’t-take-your-eyes-off-him type prospect. He’s incredibly tough to bring down, making him one of the more compelling players in this draft class. However, Judkins’ versatility is a concern. Questions about his pass-catching ability could cause him to slide in the draft, given the depth of talent at the position.

For the Bears, Judkins would be a perfect complement to D’Andre Swift. With his ability to shed tackles and find the right holes to maneuver in, combined with Swift’s pass-catching and elusive skills, the two backs could become the next Sonic and Knuckles in the NFL.

Nicholas Singleton, Penn State

One of the more athletic running backs in this draft class, Nick Singleton projects as a three-down back in the NFL. Widely regarded as one of the top-receiving backs, he has the versatility to excel in every phase of the game and could elevate his stock further during the NFL Combine. Singleton shines in pass protection and has a natural talent for finding the end zone. With his dynamic skill set, he’s exactly the kind of playmaker the Bears could use in their backfield.

Cam Skattebo, Arizona State

A fan favorite in college football, Cam Skattebo could easily become one of the Bears’ top draft targets. His relentless drive, impressive yards after contact, and exceptional contact balance make him a highly appealing prospect for NFL teams. While concerns about his ball security, pass protection, and speed may arise, Skattebo’s physical running style would make him an ideal bruiser in the Bears’ backfield.

Ollie Gordon, Oklahoma State

Last year’s Doak Walker Award winner as the nation’s top running back, Ollie Gordon’s fall from grace isn’t as bad as people are playing it out to be. He still possesses the physical traits and athleticism to become one of the NFL’s elite backs. What sets Gordon apart is his patience, vision, and knack for making defenders miss—qualities that D’Andre Swift lacks. If Gordon refines his pass protection and regains his 2023 form, he could be the steal of the draft.

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