Here are five Bears' storylines to follow into Sunday afternoon's matchup:
1. Ben Johnson looks ahead to Week 2 matchup vs. Lions
Bears head coach Ben Johnson addresses the media on Wednesday about preparing for the Week 2 matchup vs. the Lions. WATCH
2. Bears CB Jaylon Johnson one step closer to game action
Had the Bears conducted a regular practice Wednesday instead of a walkthrough, Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson would have been a full participant, a major boost to the Bears defense heading into Sunday. READ MORE
3. Bears to continue leaning into Caleb Williams' 'superpower'
Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle isn't going to discourage quarterback Caleb Williams from scrambling—not when the second-year pro is so proficient at it. READ MORE
4. Bears defense ready to set the tone in Week 2
Bears play-by-play announcer Jeff Joniak and analyst Tom Thayer previews the Bears' Week 2 matchup with the Detroit Lions on the latest episode of the Bears, etc podcast. LISTEN
5. Rome Odunze's rapport with Caleb Williams evident in season opener
Bears receiver Rome Odunze on Wednesday reflected on the cohesiveness he displayed with quarterback Caleb Williams in Monday night's game against the Vikings. READ MORE