NFL: One breakout star for each team in the 2018 season

A quarterback’s sophomore year is one of their most important, and often we see a dramatic rise from the young passers. Carson Wentz, Marcus Mariota, and Jameis Winston each took major steps forward in their second years, and now it’s time for Mitch Trubisky to take his.

More from NFL Hot Takes

• 4 promising first-round receivers to watch in NFL preseason Week 3
• Should Trey Lance be considered an NFL draft bust?
• Jonathan Taylor trade rumors: 3 most alluring fits for Colts star running back
• Falcons rookie Bijan Robinson might be the RB1 in Fantasy Football
• The rise of C.J. Stroud; No. 2 overall pick ready to lead Texans?

Chicago is following Philadelphia’s plan to a T; surround a young quarterback with dynamic and capable weapons on offense while solidifying the offensive line. It’s a simple plan that looks for a big money addition and one or two modest weapons who can be surefire options.

For Wentz in Philadelphia, the new additions were Alshon Jeffrey, Torrey Smith, LeGarrette Blount, and Jay Ajayi at the trade deadline. Chicago got their big money receiver with Allen Robinson and paired him with reliable options such as Trey Burton and Taylor Gabriel through free agency. Anthony Miller could be a steal in the second round out of Memphis, giving Trubisky even more weapons at receiver.

Match the historic growth trends of quarterbacks, a new head coach, and the weapons added on offense and Trubisky has no reason not to improve.