10 Reasons The Chicago Bears Will Win The NFC North

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Aug 27, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back Jeremy Langford (33) gets past Kansas City Chiefs inside linebacker Derrick Johnson (56) next to Chicago Bears tackle Charles Leno Jr. (72) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports /

Beefed up offensive line

Less than a week ago there was no doubt in the minds of fans and experts alike that the Bears offensive line was the primary weak point of the roster. It was evident from how much it struggled in preseason, looking lost at times against aggressive pressure teams like Denver and Kansas City. The loss of starting center Hroniss Grasu was especially telling as it forced veteran Ted Larsen into the lineup, who was expected to be the primary backup.

Thankfully the team got a reprieve from none other than the Green Bay Packers. They caused a stir by releasing veteran Pro Bowl guard Josh Sitton barely a week before opening day, citing money disagreements. Chicago pounced on the opportunity, signing him to a three-year deal to become their new left guard and sliding rookie 2nd round pick Cody Whitehair to center. Suddenly the line looks like it may have gone from being a weakness to a potential strength.

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