4 Bears We're Most Excited to See on 'Hard Knocks'

Dec 10, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws through the defense of Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) in the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 10, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws through the defense of Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) in the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports / Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports
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2. D.J. Moore

Besides Caleb Williams, there is a plethora of options on the offensive side of the ball to be excited about watching on "Hard Knocks." On the top of many people's list is D.J. Moore.

Anyone who watched the Bears last season knows that Moore was by far Chicago's best wideout. However, this season, he has better receiving talent around him, meaning he has to compete to assert himself as the Bears' best target. This competition will help keep fans invested in Chicago throughout the show.

Additionally, Moore was one of the more outspoken supporters of former quarterback Justin Fields, so creating that type of connection with Caleb Willaims will be something many fans are looking for. If Williams and Moore are able to have a similar bond to Moore and Fields, then more big plays will be coming his way this season.

3. Austin Booker

While there are plenty more offensive players to be excited to watch on "Hard Knocks," not mentioning the defense at all on this list wouldn't be fair. The first name many fans think of when they hear Bears defense is Montez Sweat. Although Sweat was originally going to make the list at number three, everyone knows he is the best player on the defensive line, so why not choose a defensive lineman who could make a name for himself?

Austin Booker, the 5th-round rookie out of Kansas, could do just that this summer. We have already heard rumblings from OTAs and minicamp that Booker has looked good. If he continues to practice well during "Hard Knocks," then his stock will continue to rise in fans' eyes.

Booker gaining support from fans by practicing well is a win-win situation for the Bears since the team still needs to find someone to play opposite of Sweat. If Booker is able to solidify himself as at least a good rotational piece this preseason, then the Bears are in a great spot.