Bears training camp observations: The pads finally come on with Day 5

The Chicago Bears were back on the practice field at Halas Hall on Monday morning for the fifth practice of training camp -- and their first in pads this summer.

It was a blistering first day in pads for the Bears during a nearly-two hour session that focused heavily on the run game. But there were some standout performances during 1-on-1 drills, including in the trenches, and two young rookies continue to impress.

As far as attendance goes, rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III practiced for the first time (only during position drills) as he ramps up from a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, rookie defensive tackle Shemar Turner (ankle), rookie cornerback Zah Frazier (personal) and center Doug Kramer (leg) were all sidelined. Offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie, who exited Saturday's practice with a leg injury, was back out on the field.

Here are some observations, from media members in attendance, following Monday's training camp practice:

First padded practice had major emphasis on run game

#Bears practice has wrapped up. About 1 hour, 45 minutes in sweltering humidity. Major emphasis on run game with first day in full pads. Some of the pass stuff was 1/2 speed or 2/3 speed so not a lot to go off of.— Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) July 28, 2025

Luther Burden III was out on the practice field (in limited fashion)

Luther Burden was back today and did some individual drills but did not do team drills. #Bearspic.twitter.com/eYHNa5YG5o— Zack Pearson (@Zack_Pearson) July 28, 2025

Colston Loveland had another impressive practice

Colston Loveland made a great high catch in 7 on 7s on a throw from Williams in the middle of the field.— Brendan Sugrue (@BrendanSugrue) July 28, 2025

Strong 7 on 7 period for TE Colston Loveland with a few grabs. #Bears— Bear Report (@BearReport) July 28, 2025

Best thing I saw at a very humid #Bears practice: first-round pick Colston Loveland leaping to catch a Caleb Williams pass over the middle. pic.twitter.com/v08ke4QmWt— Patrick Finley (@patrickfinley) July 28, 2025

JP Richardson continues to shine

JP Richardson won 2 reps in 1 on 1. He dropped one pass and another was overthrown to him deep. #Bears— Zack Pearson (@Zack_Pearson) July 28, 2025

Bears rotated all three competing left tackles

And final 11 on 11 period had Kiran Amegadjie as first LT.

So all three guys in the LT competition got a chance to run with the 1s— Alex Shapiro (@AlexShapiroCHSN) July 28, 2025

Offensive line impressed during 1-on-1 drills

Offensive line looked good in 1 on 1s today first 5 reps were all wins for the offense.

1. Darnell win vs Sweat
2. Jackson win vs Dexter
3. Dalman win vs Big Bill
4. Thuney win vs Grady
5. Kiran win vs Dayo#DaBears#Bears#BearsCamp— Clay Harbor (@clayharbs82) July 28, 2025

OL Doug Kramer (leg) listed as day-to-day

Sounds like good news for #Bears reserve lineman Doug Kramer, who exited Saturday’s practice early with what looked like a left knee injury.

Kramer was held out today but the team declared him “day to day.”— Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) July 28, 2025

DE Tanoh Kpassagnon was carted off with apparent hand/wrist injury

Defensive lineman Tanoh Kpassagnon was carted off. Didn’t see exactly what happened.— Michal Dwojak (@mdwojak94) July 28, 2025

OL Bill Murray came off the field limping with an apparent left knee injury

Should note that fellow iOL Bill Murray came out limping a bit today. He had his right ankle wrapped. One to keep an eye on.— Brad Biggs (@BradBiggs) July 28, 2025

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