NFL Network Host Goes All-In on Chicago’s Dramatic Turnaround
As NFL training camps wrap up and the 2025 season approaches, one media personality is making waves with his bold prediction for the Chicago Bears. Kyle Brandt of NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” isn’t just optimistic about the Bears’ chances – he’s predicting they’ll win the entire NFC North division.
The Prediction That Turned Heads
During Tuesday’s show, Brandt threw conventional wisdom out the window when discussing the loaded NFC North. Instead of backing established powerhouses like the Detroit Lions or Green Bay Packers, he went full “Bear Down” mode.
“NFC North, such a good division, with so much change and so much unproven, you have to go with what is solid and established, no you don’t!” Brandt declared with characteristic enthusiasm. “Bear down! Ben Johnson is going to work, Caleb (Williams) is going to work. It is a knife fight in the NFC North and I believe that the Chicago Bears, the pride and joy of Illinois, will win the NFC North in 2025, believe it, own it, this is real, this is happening.”
Why This Prediction Seems So Bold
The Bears finished last season with a brutal 5-12 record, culminating in the franchise’s first-ever midseason coaching change when they fired Matt Eberflus after that painful Thanksgiving loss to Detroit. Going from worst to first in the NFL’s most competitive division would be nothing short of remarkable.
But Brandt sees something others might be missing. The combination of new head coach Ben Johnson – the offensive mastermind who helped transform Detroit’s attack – and second-year quarterback Caleb Williams has him convinced this isn’t just wishful thinking.
The Ben Johnson Factor
Johnson’s hiring represents the biggest reason for optimism in Chicago. As the Lions’ former offensive coordinator, he orchestrated one of the NFL’s most explosive attacks and now brings that creativity to a Bears offense that desperately needed a spark.
His track record speaks for itself: transforming Detroit from offensive laughingstock to powerhouse in just a few seasons. If he can work similar magic with Williams and a retooled Bears roster, Brandt’s prediction might not be as crazy as it sounds.
What’s Changed in Chicago
General Manager Ryan Poles has been busy this offseason, completely overhauling both the roster and coaching staff. The front office clearly believes they have the pieces in place for a dramatic turnaround, and Brandt is buying what they’re selling.
The Bears have:
– A proven offensive mind in Johnson
– A talented young quarterback in Williams entering his second season
– New weapons and improved offensive line play
– Fresh energy and expectations
The NFC North Reality Check
Let’s be honest – winning this division won’t be easy. The Lions are coming off a playoff run, the Packers just added superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons, and the Vikings remain competitive. Each team has legitimate reasons to believe they can compete for the division crown.
But that’s exactly why Brandt’s prediction is so intriguing. In a division where everyone expects the usual suspects to battle it out, maybe the team with the most to prove and the least expectations becomes the surprise winner.
Why Bears Fans Should Be Excited
Brandt isn’t known for throwing around meaningless hot takes – he genuinely believes in what he’s seeing from this Bears transformation. When a respected NFL media voice puts his reputation on the line with such a bold call, it’s worth taking notice.
The combination of Johnson’s offensive innovation and Williams’ development could create something special in Chicago. Add in a defense that’s never lacked talent, just consistency, and you have the ingredients for a potential breakthrough season.
The Bottom Line
Is Kyle Brandt right about the Bears winning the NFC North? We’ll find out soon enough. But his passionate prediction has certainly given Chicago fans something to dream about as the season approaches.
In a division full of question marks and changing dynamics, maybe the biggest surprise would be the Bears emerging from the chaos as division champions. Stranger things have happened in the NFL, and Brandt is betting his credibility that 2025 is Chicago’s year.
*The Bears open their season with all eyes on whether Johnson and Williams can live up to these sky-high expectations in what promises to be an unforgettable NFC North race.*
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