CONFIRMED: Chicago Bears Sign Reunion Contract with Former Running Back Jordan Howard on a Three-Year Deal

Chicago, IL – April 14, 2025

The Chicago Bears have made a major move that’s warming fans’ hearts and turning heads across the NFL — former Pro Bowl running back Jordan Howard is officially back in the Windy City.

The team announced today that Howard has signed a three-year contract, marking a highly anticipated reunion between the power back and the franchise where his NFL journey began.

Howard, originally drafted by the Bears in 2016, quickly became a fan favorite after a stellar rookie season in which he rushed for 1,313 yards — second in the league that year. His physical running style and reliability in short-yardage situations earned him a central role in Chicago’s offense before he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2019.

Since then, Howard has played for several teams, including the Miami Dolphins and New Orleans Saints, but never quite recaptured the dominance he showed in Chicago. Now at 30, he’s back where it all started, with hopes of bringing experience, leadership, and depth to a Bears backfield that’s looking to establish a strong run identity under head coach Matt Eberflus.

 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Jordan back,” said Bears GM Ryan Poles in a team statement. “His familiarity with the city, the fans, and our culture makes this a perfect fit as we build a balanced offense.”

While terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed, sources close to the team confirm it’s a three-year contract with performance-based incentives.

Fans have already taken to social media to celebrate the move, seeing it as both nostalgic and strategic.

With a revamped offensive line and a new-look offense led by quarterback Caleb Williams, Howard’s return could be a game-changer — and just the spark the Bears need to push toward playoff contention.