A dropped touchdown pass and a loss in the playoffs after a foot injury this year have the second-year receiver looking ahead to something better in Year 3.

Second-year wide receiver Rome Odunze had a phenomenal start to his sophomore season with the Bears after a strong offseason spent strengthening his connection with quarterback Caleb Williams in a new offensive scheme.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze toe-taps the sideline following a 17-yard pass from quarterback Caleb Williams.

Explore the top 2026 third-year WR breakout candidates for fantasy football—including Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze, Ricky Pearsall, Jalen McMillan, and Devaughn Vele—and why they’re primed to take a leap.

Model backing Matthew Stafford, Rome Odunze and Blake Corum player prop picks in 2026 NFL playoffs divisional round