Chicago Bears

Beanie Bishop Jr. CB IR

Injured Reserve

The move to IR means Bishop will be forced to miss the entire 2026 season unless an injury settlement is reached with Chicago. If he signs with another team, then Bishop will be required to miss three games while serving a suspension for a violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy.

Reported: Aug 31

Dallis Flowers CB IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Reported: Sep 08

Dayo Odeyingbo DE IR

Injured Reserve

Odeyingbo had already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, and he'll now be required to miss at least the next four contests. The 27-year-old is second on the team with 3.0 sacks this season. His placement on injured reserve coupled with Montez Sweat's PED suspension is a big hit to the Bears' pass rush.

Reported: Oct 17

Kentavius Street DT IR

Injured Reserve

Street was injured in Monday night's win over the Seahawks and had to be carted to the locker room. He's now expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season. Fellow DT Grady Jarrett (groin) was also injured in Seattle, making the move for Jeffery Simmons that much more important for Chicago.

Reported: Nov 04

Nephi Sewell LB IR

Injured Reserve

Sewell was fighting a losing battle to make the 53-man roster before his injury, so season-ending injury reserve for a concussion is no surprise. The linebacker will now spend the entirety of the 2026 regular season on IR unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

Reported: Aug 25

Ruben Hyppolite II LB IR

Injured Reserve

Hyppolite is dealing with a shoulder injury that he picked up during the Bears' second preseason game against the Browns on Aug. 15. He was waived/injured by Chicago on Sunday, but he was moved to IR on Monday after going unclaimed. Hyppolite will be forced to sit for the entire 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Bears.

Reported: Aug 31

Tony Fields II LB IR

Injured Reserve

Fields is set to be the primary backup edge rusher for the Bears in 2026. The linebacker signed with the Bears in June after being out of the league in 2025. As a result of Sunday's transaction, Fields will now need to wait at least another four regular-season games to see any game action.

Reported: Aug 31

Braxton Jones OT IR

Injured Reserve

Jones underwent right knee surgery Tuesday, and as a result, he will be forced to miss the remainder of the 2026 campaign. In his absence, Theo Benedet (shoulder) will continue to operate as the team's primary option at left tackle.

Reported: Nov 04

Brittain Brown RB IR

Injured Reserve

Brown signed a reserve/future contract with Chicago in January, and he turned 14 carries into 22 yards while also catching four of five targets for 22 yards and a score during the preseason. The running back is dealing with an undisclosed injury, and he is now set to miss the entire season while on IR, unless he can reach an injury settlement with the team.

Reported: Aug 31

Zavier Scott RB IR

Injured Reserve

Scott will be required to miss at least the next four games. He's appeared in four contests this season, playing 65 snaps on special teams.

Reported: Nov 05

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Reported: Oct 31

Coby Bryant S IR

Injured Reserve

Johnson said that Bryant's timeline for return is still indefinite, but it looks like a possibility he could be back on the field as soon as December or January. He is recovering from a knee surgery he underwent back in August after he suffered a hyperextension during training camp. Per Cronin, he is still on a four- to six-month timeline to return.

Reported: Oct 28

Cole Kmet TE IR

Injured Reserve

Kmet suffered a season-ending right knee injury during the fourth quarter of the Bears' 30-24 win over the Patriots on Thursday. Even with the emergence of Colston Loveland, Kmet was still a key piece in Chicago's offense as a run blocker, and he'll end his 2026 regular season with a 10-87-1 receiving line (on 14 targets) across seven games. Rookie third-rounder Sam Roush is the only other healthy tight end on the 53-man roster other than Loveland, so the Bears could look to bolster the position group by trade or free agency.

Reported: Oct 23

Hayden Large TE IR

Injured Reserve

Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports general manager Ryan Poles stated the Bears will "remain flexible" on both Large and safety Coby Bryant (knee) as they manage their injuries. Large must spend at least four regular-season games on IR before becoming eligible to return to the team's 53-man roster. The status of the tight end's injury still remains unclear, so it is uncertain if he will need longer to recover.

Reported: Sep 01

Nikola Kalinic TE IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Reported: Aug 19

Malik Muhammad II CB O

Out

out

Reported: Nov 09

Nick McCloud CB O

Out

inactive

Reported: Oct 22

Jamree Kromah DE O

Out

inactive

Reported: Oct 11

Jayden Loving DT O

Out

inactive

Reported: Nov 08

Shemar Turner DT O

Out

Turner ended Week 5 prep with back-to-back full practices, but the second-year defensive tackle is not quite ready to make his 2026 regular-season debut. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL that he sustained in October of 2025, which was why he opened the 2026 campaign on the reserve/PUP list. Turner's next chance to return is Week 6 against the Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 18.

Reported: Oct 10

Jordan McFadden G O

Out

inactive

Reported: Oct 22

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

inactive

Reported: Nov 08

Ozzy Trapilo OT O

Out

inactive

Reported: Oct 11

Case Keenum QB O

Out

Keenum will once again operate as the team's emergency QB option in Week 9, making it four games in a row in that role. The 38-year-old will only be eligible to enter the game if both starter Caleb Williams and backup Tyson Bagent are forced out of the contest.

Reported: Nov 08

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

out

Reported: Nov 09

Cam Lewis CB Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 06

Jaylon Johnson CB Q

Questionable

Johnson suffered the injury during Thursday's practice session, forcing him to leave early. While the severity of the injury is currently unknown, Jaylon Jones and Malik Muhammad could be in line for increased playing time should Johnson be forced to miss time during the regular season.

Reported: Aug 29

Kyler Gordon CB Q

Questionable

Gordon remains listed as questionable and has a chance to make his 2026 debut Sunday against the Falcons. He's appeared in just three regular-season games since the start of the 2025 campaign due to recurring calf injuries. Gordon's return would be a boost to Chicago's secondary, particularly in slot coverage.

Reported: Oct 17

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

With Stevenson sidelined and Malik Muhammad (toe) inactive, Josh Blackwell and Clark Phillips will take on more defensive snaps alongside Jaylon Phillips and Kyler Gordon at cornerback for the Bears.

Reported: Nov 08

Austin Booker DE Q

Questionable

The defensive end suffered a groin injury during an Aug. 20 joint practice with the Bengals, didn't practice for the rest of training camp and then was considered "week-to-week," per Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune. Booker's return to practice Monday is a step in the right direction ahead of Chicago's season opener against Carolina on Sunday.

Reported: Sep 07

Grady Jarrett DE Q

Questionable

The veteran defensive tackle recorded one tackle prior to his departure in the fourth quarter. Neville Gallimore and Shemar Turner will help close the game out alongside Jeffery Simmons.

Reported: Nov 02

Jonathan Garvin DE Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 12

Neville Gallimore DT Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Sep 16

Joe Thuney G Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 07

Jonah Jackson G Q

Questionable

Jackson picked up the injury during Sunday's win over the Falcons and is now considered week-to-week. If he ends up being unable to play in Thursday's matchup versus the Patriots, Luke Newman would be in line to start at right guard.

Reported: Oct 19

D'Marco Jackson LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Nov 05

Jack Sanborn LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 27

Noah Sewell LB Q

Questionable

Sewell drew the questionable tag for Sunday's NFC North tilt against the Packers after logging back-to-back full practices to end the week. Even though he's been removed from the PUP list, his status remains up in the air for Week 5. It's unclear whether Sewell will return to a starting role at linebacker, but his return at least bolsters the depth at the position behind D'Marco Jackson, T.J. Edwards and Devin Bush.

Reported: Oct 10

T.J. Edwards LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 27

Darnell Wright OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Oct 07

Theo Benedet OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Nov 04

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

Williams is still listed as questionable for Sunday's game, and his status may not be officially announced until the Bears release their list of inactive players about 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. However, it looks like the third-year quarterback will be back on the field after missing the Bears' last three games due to a torn right hamstring that he suffered in Week 2 against the Vikings. Given Williams' return, Tyson Bagent will likely serve as the Bears' backup while Case Keenum moves down to the QB3 role.

Reported: Oct 17

Tyson Bagent QB Q

Questionable

questionable

Reported: Sep 15

D'Andre Swift RB Q

Questionable

This is progress for Swift, who did not practice to begin the week Wednesday. Notably, backfield mate Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) also did not practice either day. Swift may be slightly ahead of Monangai in terms of his progress, but Friday's injury report will be the telltale sign for the Bears' backfield outlook going into the Week 5 matchup against the Packers.

Reported: Oct 08

Elijah Hicks S Q

Questionable

Hicks' activation means he is likely close to returning to daily practice activities. The safety was held out of practice Tuesday but will likely get back to action in time for the regular season. The backup strong safety is set to be a veteran presence behind first-round pick Dillon Thieneman.

Reported: Aug 25

Xavier Woods S Q

Questionable

Woods popped up on the Bears' injury report last week due to a groin injury, which prevented him from playing in this past Sunday's regular-season opener against the Panthers. The Bears gave up 37 points in that game, so Woods' return against the Vikings this Sunday would be a significant boost to Chicago's secondary. The veteran safety will have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation for Week 2.

Reported: Sep 16

Colston Loveland TE Q

Questionable

Loveland is making a midweek appearance on the Bears' Week 8 injury report, which may be cause for concern ahead of Monday's game at Seattle. In the end, though, Saturday's practice report will determine if he has a designation for that matchup.

Reported: Oct 30

Luther Burden III WR Q

Questionable

Burden left the game in the fourth quarter after taking a high hit, and a subsequent evaluation has revealed a concussion for Chicago's leading receiver. He will have to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in order to be eligible to play in Week 11 against the Saints, with Chicago's Week 10 bye offering Burden an extra week to recover. Burden extended his touchdown streak to three games with a 56-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter.

Reported: Nov 09

Rome Odunze WR Q

Questionable

After Odunze exited Thursday's practice with an apparent right leg injury, the wide receiver is opening the Week 1 practice week with an absence. The Bears will release an official practice report Wednesday, and it will be a situation to monitor heading into the weekend for Sunday's season opener against the Panthers. If Odunze can't go against Carolina, Luther Burden (groin) and Colston Loveland would likely see expanded target shares, while Kalif Raymond and rookie Zavion Thomas would be in line for elevated snaps.

Reported: Sep 07

Montez Sweat DE SUS

Suspension

Barring a successful appeal, Sweat will sit out Week 6 and Week 7. The 30-year-old edge rusher has notched 2.0 sacks among his seven tackles through the Bears' first five games.

Reported: Oct 13

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

out

Luther Burden III WR Q

Questionable

Burden left the game in the fourth quarter after taking a high hit, and a subsequent evaluation has revealed a concussion for Chicago's leading receiver. He will have to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in order to be eligible to play in Week 11 against the Saints, with Chicago's Week 10 bye offering Burden an extra week to recover. Burden extended his touchdown streak to three games with a 56-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter.

Malik Muhammad II CB O

Out

out

Case Keenum QB O

Out

Keenum will once again operate as the team's emergency QB option in Week 9, making it four games in a row in that role. The 38-year-old will only be eligible to enter the game if both starter Caleb Williams and backup Tyson Bagent are forced out of the contest.

Jayden Loving DT O

Out

inactive

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

inactive

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

Monangai finally was able to mix into drills Friday for the first time since emerging from Week 4 with a turf-toe injury, going down as a limited participant. The Bears kept the door open for him to return by giving him a questionable designation, but after Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Sunday morning that Monangai isn't expected to play in Week 9, his inactive status doesn't come as a surprise. However, Rapoport also noted that Monangai is on pace to be back in Week 11 versus the Saints following a Week 10 bye. In the meantime, D'Andre Swift will be Chicago's lead runner, with Roschon Johnson backing him up.

Malik Muhammad II CB O

Out

Muhammad was expected to be able to return to action in Week 9, but the cornerback will now be forced to miss a second straight game while nursing a toe injury he suffered in Week 7. In his absence, Josh Blackwell is a top candidate to see an increase in opportunities at cornerback behind starters Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson versus the Buccaneers.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

With Stevenson sidelined and Malik Muhammad (toe) inactive, Josh Blackwell and Clark Phillips will take on more defensive snaps alongside Jaylon Phillips and Kyler Gordon at cornerback for the Bears.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reported Monangai took part in drills Friday for the first time since suffering a turf toe injury against the Jets on Oct. 4, and the activity was enough to give him a chance to return to action this weekend. The Bears play on Sunday Night Football in Week 9, so there won't be many options to pivot to if Monangai ends up missing a fifth consecutive contest. Even if he's able to suit up, it stands to reason he likely won't handle his normal workload (16.3 touches per game this season), especially with fellow RB D'Andre Swift running on all cylinders at the moment.

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

Muhammad was limited at practice by his toe injury all week, just as he was before he was ultimately sidelined in Week 8 at Seattle. If he misses a second straight game, it could mean more opportunities on the boundary for Clark Phillips.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

Stevenson popped up as a new addition to the Bears' injury report Thursday with a thumb injury, and his availability for Week 9 is in jeopardy. If he's ultimately sidelined Sunday, it could leave Chicago thin in its secondary and force the team to rely on Clark Phillips for a significant number of boundary reps.

D'Marco Jackson LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai also missed Wednesday's walkthrough due to the turf-toe injury that has sidelined him the last four contests. With no activity to speak of so far and just one more chance to practice this week, he seems to be trending toward another absence Sunday against the Buccaneers, something that may be confirmed on Friday's injury report. D'Andre Swift will continue to pace the Bears backfield for as long as Monangai is sidelined, with Roschon Johnson on hand for any RB reps that linger.

Zavier Scott RB IR

Injured Reserve

Scott will be required to miss at least the next four games. He's appeared in four contests this season, playing 65 snaps on special teams.

Braxton Jones OT IR

Injured Reserve

Jones underwent right knee surgery Tuesday, and as a result, he will be forced to miss the remainder of the 2026 campaign. In his absence, Theo Benedet (shoulder) will continue to operate as the team's primary option at left tackle.

Kentavius Street DT IR

Injured Reserve

Street was injured in Monday night's win over the Seahawks and had to be carted to the locker room. He's now expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season. Fellow DT Grady Jarrett (groin) was also injured in Seattle, making the move for Jeffery Simmons that much more important for Chicago.

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

Muhammad missed the team's Week 8 win over the Seahawks on Monday Night Football while nursing a toe injury that he suffered a week prior. The cornerback has now picked up where he left off at practice last week, logging a fourth straight limited session, and he will have two more chances to practice in full before Sunday's contest versus the Buccaneers.

Theo Benedet OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

questionable

Grady Jarrett DE Q

Questionable

The veteran defensive tackle recorded one tackle prior to his departure in the fourth quarter. Neville Gallimore and Shemar Turner will help close the game out alongside Jeffery Simmons.

Kentavius Street DT Q

Questionable

Street had to be carted off the field and was immediately ruled out, suggesting he could be dealing with a serious injury. With Grady Jarrett (groin) also injured Monday night, Neville Gallimore and Shemar Turner are the lone healthy defensive tackles alongside newcomer Jeffery Simmons.

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

Muhammad injured his toe in the Bears' Week 7 win over the Patriots. The cornerback's three consecutive limited practice sessions during Week 8 prep were evidently not enough to clear him to suit up, and the reserve option will be sidelined for Monday Night Football. Josh Blackwell and Clark Phillips are set to be the reserve options at outside cornerback against Seattle.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

D'Marco Jackson LB Q

Questionable

Jackson's practice status fluctuated during the week, as he was limited Thursday, didn't participate Friday, and logged a full session Saturday. Despite being a full-go in the final practice of the week, the veteran linebacker isn't entirely in the clear for the Monday night matchup in Seattle. T.J. Edwards is slated to return Monday from a two-game absence, so the Bears could have a fortified linebacker corps if Jackson is able to suit up.

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

It will be the fourth consecutive game that Monangai will miss while nursing thumb and toe injuries. His next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Nov. 8, but he would need to be cleared to practice before the Bears entertain bringing the second-year pro back into the fold. Roschon Johnson will continue to serve as the Bears' RB2 behind D'Andre Swift in Monangai's absence, while Zavier Scott -- who was signed to the active roster Tuesay -- provides additional backfield depth.

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

Muhammad injured his toe against the Patriots in Week 7, and the injury limited his practice participation in all three sessions during Week 8 prep. Josh Blackwell and Clark Phillips would both be in line for more defensive snaps if Muhammad is not cleared to play.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Colston Loveland TE Q

Questionable

Loveland is making a midweek appearance on the Bears' Week 8 injury report, which may be cause for concern ahead of Monday's game at Seattle. In the end, though, Saturday's practice report will determine if he has a designation for that matchup.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai has now missed another practice while managing thumb and toe issues. He hasn't practiced in weeks and appears headed for another absence Monday night against the Seahawks. If Monangai does sit, Roschon Johnson would again handle backup duties behind D'Andre Swift.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

D'Marco Jackson LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai hasn't suited up since Week 4, and he continues to be bothered by a pair of injures at the start of Chicago's Week 8 prep. He'll have an extra day to recover with the Bears playing on MNF against Seattle. Roschon Johnson has played in a change-of-pace role behind D'Andre Swift during Monangai's absence.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Coby Bryant S IR

Injured Reserve

Johnson said that Bryant's timeline for return is still indefinite, but it looks like a possibility he could be back on the field as soon as December or January. He is recovering from a knee surgery he underwent back in August after he suffered a hyperextension during training camp. Per Cronin, he is still on a four- to six-month timeline to return.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai has missed the last three games due to a turf toe injury, and until he's able to mix into drills in some capacity, he likely isn't a candidate to return to action. Thursday's injury report will reveal his activity level to begin Week 8 prep, but if he doesn't practice, he'll have two more chances to do so ahead of Monday's game at Seattle.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Jack Sanborn LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

questionable

T.J. Edwards LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Jack Sanborn LB O

Out

out

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

out

T.J. Edwards LB O

Out

out

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Cole Kmet TE IR

Injured Reserve

Kmet suffered a season-ending right knee injury during the fourth quarter of the Bears' 30-24 win over the Patriots on Thursday. Even with the emergence of Colston Loveland, Kmet was still a key piece in Chicago's offense as a run blocker, and he'll end his 2026 regular season with a 10-87-1 receiving line (on 14 targets) across seven games. Rookie third-rounder Sam Roush is the only other healthy tight end on the 53-man roster other than Loveland, so the Bears could look to bolster the position group by trade or free agency.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Case Keenum QB O

Out

Keenum will serve as the No. 3 QB for the second straight week while Tyson Bagent slots in as the primary backup behind starter Caleb Williams. Keenum will only be eligible to enter the contest if both Williams and Bagent are forced out of the game.

Jayden Loving DT O

Out

inactive

Jordan McFadden G O

Out

inactive

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

inactive

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

Muhammad is dealing with a toe injury, and he will now likely be forced to watch the remainder of the game from the Bears' sideline. In Muhammad's absence, Josh Blackwell and Clark Phillips are both candidates to see an increase in workload at cornerback.

Nick McCloud CB O

Out

inactive

T.J. Edwards LB O

Out

Edwards is still working his way back from a hamstring injury that he suffered in Week 5 against the Packers, and he will now be forced to miss a second straight contest. In his absence, Noah Sewell will stand to draw the start at middle linebacker versus the Patriots.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Jack Sanborn LB O

Out

The Bears held only walkthrough practices ahead of Thursday's contest, but Sanborn was estimated as a nonparticipant Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and he'll now miss his first game of the season in Week 7. Most of his snaps so far in 2026 have come on special teams, so Chicago will have to find a way to try to replace his production in that phase.

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

Monangai thus will miss a third game in a row as he tends to a turf toe injury. Last Friday, head coach Ben Johnson relayed to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com that the Bears are expecting to place Monangai on injured reserve, so he appears to have a chance to return in Week 8 at Seattle on Monday Night Football, assuming he's able to get back on the practice field next week. In the meantime, though, D'Andre Swift will continue to lead Chicago's backfield, with Roschon Johnson on hand for RB reps that linger.

T.J. Edwards LB D

Doubtful

doubtful

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

questionable

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Jack Sanborn LB O

Out

Sanborn has now been estimated as a nonparticipant both of the last two days after Chicago held walkthrough practices Monday and Tuesday. Unless he's able to practice in some capacity Wednesday, his odds of suiting up Thursday versus the Patriots don't look great.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai also logged a DNP on Monday's estimated practice report. If Monangai remains sidelined Thursday versus New England, Roschon Johnson would be in line to see added backfield work once again behind D'Andre Swift.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Jack Sanborn LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Jonah Jackson G Q

Questionable

Jackson picked up the injury during Sunday's win over the Falcons and is now considered week-to-week. If he ends up being unable to play in Thursday's matchup versus the Patriots, Luke Newman would be in line to start at right guard.

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

out

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

out

T.J. Edwards LB Q

Questionable

Chicago only held a walkthrough practice Monday, but the team estimated that Edwards would have been sidelined had it been a full-speed session. He'll probably have to practice Tuesday or Wednesday to have a realistic chance of suiting up Thursday versus the Patriots.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB O

Out

out

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Case Keenum QB O

Out

With Caleb Williams (hamstring) officially cleared to return from a three-game absence, head coach Ben Johnson has opted to go with Tyson Bagent as the Bears' backup. As the emergency QB3, Keenum won't play against Atlanta on Sunday unless both Willams and Bagent leave the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

Jayden Loving DT O

Out

inactive

Jonah Jackson G Q

Questionable

Jackson suffered a hip injury in the third quarter. The right guard will likely not return to the contest and has been replaced by Luke Newman.

Jordan McFadden G O

Out

inactive

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

inactive

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

inactive

T.J. Edwards LB O

Out

inactive

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB O

Out

Stevenson was limited in practice all week by a hip injury, which is severe enough for the fourth-year defensive back to be sidelined for Sunday's contest. The good news for the Bears is that Kyler Gordon (calf) has been cleared to make his 2026 debut, but in Stevenson's absence, Malik Muhammad should continue to operate in an elevated role in the Bears' secondary. Stevenson's next chance to play is Thursday against the Patriots.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

Williams is still listed as questionable for Sunday's game, and his status may not be officially announced until the Bears release their list of inactive players about 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. However, it looks like the third-year quarterback will be back on the field after missing the Bears' last three games due to a torn right hamstring that he suffered in Week 2 against the Vikings. Given Williams' return, Tyson Bagent will likely serve as the Bears' backup while Case Keenum moves down to the QB3 role.

Dayo Odeyingbo DE IR

Injured Reserve

Odeyingbo had already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, and he'll now be required to miss at least the next four contests. The 27-year-old is second on the team with 3.0 sacks this season. His placement on injured reserve coupled with Montez Sweat's PED suspension is a big hit to the Bears' pass rush.

Kyler Gordon CB Q

Questionable

Gordon remains listed as questionable and has a chance to make his 2026 debut Sunday against the Falcons. He's appeared in just three regular-season games since the start of the 2025 campaign due to recurring calf injuries. Gordon's return would be a boost to Chicago's secondary, particularly in slot coverage.

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

Elliott will miss a second consecutive game due to a quadriceps injury, and his next chance to play is Week 7 against the Patriots on Thursday. T.J. Edwards (hamstring) has also been ruled out, so the Bears will start Noah Sewell at linebacker alongside D'Marco Jackson and Devin Bush.

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

Monangai is tending to a turf toe injury that now will force a second absence in a row. With Monangai on the sidelines, Roschon Johnson will serve as the complementary RB behind starter D'Andre Swift, but such a role equated to 10 touches for 40 yards from scrimmage for the former in last Sunday's loss at Green Bay. Meanwhile, Monangai's next chance for game action is next Thursday against the Patriots.

T.J. Edwards LB O

Out

The designation doesn't come as a surprise, given that Edwards was labeled as week-to-week due to a hamstring injury that he sustained during the Bears' Week 5 loss to the Packers. A return to practice would be a positive step for the veteran linebacker, whose next opportunity to play is Week 7 against the Patriots on Thursday. Noah Sewell figures to be the top candidate to start alongside D'Marco Jackson and Devin Bush for as long as Edwards is sidelined.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

Stevenson was limited by a hip issue all week and has drawn the questionable tag as a result. Rookie fourth-rounder Malik Muhammad would likely start opposite Jaylon Johnson if Stevenson is not cleared to play against Atlanta.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

Williams is trending in the right direction but there are still some hurdles he'll need to clear before he's plugged back into the lineup. He told reporters Thursday, after logging a full practice, that he suffered a hamstring tear in Week 2 against the Vikings. Provided that Williams can pass a battery of tests on his hamstring before Sunday, he should be in position to return. Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum would be next up if Williams is unable to go against the Falcons.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

With Monangai now opening Week 6 prep with back-to-back missed sessions, his status for Sunday's game remains in question. The Bears' Friday report should provide more clarity on his status going into Sunday's game against the Falcons. If Monangai is unable to go, look for D'Andre Swift to handle the bulk of the work while Roschon Johnson gets a slight bump in playing time.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

Chicago is holding a walkthrough to begin Week 6 prep, but Williams' full listing on the injury report is a positive indicator that Johnson is preparing for him to start Sunday in Atlanta. Assuming Williams experiences no setbacks in his recovery from a Grade 2 right hamstring strain while practicing throughout the week, he should get the green light to return to action against the Falcons following a three-game absence. Chicago has gone 2-1 without their top quarterback over the past three weeks, with Tyson Bagent directing the offense for two of those contests and Case Keenum starting the other.

Dayo Odeyingbo DE D

Doubtful

After exiting Sunday's loss to the Packers with the quad injury, Odeyingbo won't practice Wednesday and is likely to be officially ruled out for this weekend's matchup with the Falcons following Friday's session. With Montez Sweat (suspension) also out for the next two contests, the Bears will likely turn to Daniel Hardy and James Lynch to handle more snaps on the edge opposite Austin Booker.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai technically is being listed with a pair of health concerns, but it's a turf toe injury that sidelined him this past Sunday at Green Bay and is threatening to keep him there for at least one more week. Fellow RB D'Andre Swift avoided the Bears' first Week 6 injury report entirely, so he's poised to be the team's clear lead runner for as long as Monangai is out.

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon is still waiting to be officially activated from Chicago's reserve/PUP list, but it seems like that's a real possibility for Week 6. His status will be worth monitoring throughout the week ahead of Sunday's contest at Atlanta.

T.J. Edwards LB D

Doubtful

Earlier Wednesday, head coach Ben Johnson labeled Edwards as week-to-week after he exited Sunday's loss to the Packers due to the hamstring injury. With Edwards likely to be ruled out for a Week 6 matchup with the Falcons, the Bears are expected to turn to D'Marco Jackson and Noah Sewell to pick up extra snaps at linebacker.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

Stevenson was forced to leave Sunday's game at Green Bay early after it seemed like he might have aggravated a hamstring injury he had been tending to, but it turns out he ended up hurting his hip in Week 5. He could still avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend if he's able to practice in full Thursday or Friday.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

questionable

Keyshaun Elliott LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

questionable

Montez Sweat DE SUS

Suspension

Barring a successful appeal, Sweat will sit out Week 6 and Week 7. The 30-year-old edge rusher has notched 2.0 sacks among his seven tackles through the Bears' first five games.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Jonathan Garvin DE Q

Questionable

questionable

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

out

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

out

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Caleb Williams QB O

Out

Prior to Williams being deemed inactive for a third straight game Sunday due to a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that the quarterback is "pushing to play" next weekend against the Falcons, and the fact he was able to complete a pregame workout backed up that sentiment. Johnson's comments afterward keeps the situation in some limbo for the time being, but the combined play of reserve signal-callers Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum on Sunday could spur the Bears to turn back to Williams after a second loss in the last four contests.

Dayo Odeyingbo DE Q

Questionable

Odeyingbo suffered a quad injury during the second half of Sunday's contest and was listed as questionable to return. After further inspection, the defensive end's chances of returning to the contest are even slimmer, meaning it will likely not happen.

Jamree Kromah DE O

Out

inactive

Jayden Loving DT O

Out

inactive

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

inactive

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

inactive

Ozzy Trapilo OT O

Out

inactive

T.J. Edwards LB Q

Questionable

Outside linebacker D'Marco Jackson will receive the green dot and call defensive plays for the remainder of the contest, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports. While Jackson calls plays from outside, Noah Sewell will likely take over at middle linebacker.

Tyrique Stevenson Sr. CB Q

Questionable

Stevenson appears to have aggravated the hamstring injury he took into Sunday's contest. The cornerback will likely not return to the contest due to the issue, leaving Clark Phillips and Josh Blackwell to fill in at outside cornerback opposite Jaylon Johnson.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon strung together three consecutive full practices during Week 5 prep and drew the questionable tag for Sunday's NFC North tilt. However, the fifth-year pro is not quite ready to be activated from the reserve/PUP list, so his next chance to make his 2026 regular-season debut is Week 6 against the Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 18. Gordon has been working through a calf injury that stemmed from the offseason and training camp.

Noah Sewell LB Q

Questionable

Sewell drew the questionable tag for Sunday's NFC North tilt against the Packers after logging back-to-back full practices to end the week. Even though he's been removed from the PUP list, his status remains up in the air for Week 5. It's unclear whether Sewell will return to a starting role at linebacker, but his return at least bolsters the depth at the position behind D'Marco Jackson, T.J. Edwards and Devin Bush.

Shemar Turner DT O

Out

Turner ended Week 5 prep with back-to-back full practices, but the second-year defensive tackle is not quite ready to make his 2026 regular-season debut. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL that he sustained in October of 2025, which was why he opened the 2026 campaign on the reserve/PUP list. Turner's next chance to return is Week 6 against the Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 18.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Caleb Williams QB Q

Questionable

In a somewhat surprising turn of events, Williams now technically has a chance to return to action in Week 5 after drawing the questionable tag. However, coach Ben Johnson already announced Tyson Bagent as the Bears' starting quarterback for Sunday's contest, so it remains to be seen if Williams actually has a chance to take over No. 1 duties himself, merely serve as the backup or be available in an emergency capacity.

Keyshaun Elliott LB O

Out

Elliott missed the Bears' last two practices while tending to a quad injury, which will prevent him from playing in Sunday's NFC North contest. The rookie fifth-rounder has contributed solely on special teams this season, but his absence means Jack Sanborn will be the top depth option at linebacker behind starters D'Marco Jackson, T.J. Edwards and Devin Bush. Elliott's next chance to play is Week 6 against the Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 18.

Kyle Monangai RB O

Out

Monangai visited a toe specialist and is now in a walking boot. According to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com, Monangai is considered week-to-week, though he's not a candidate for injured reserve, which would suggest the Bears expect the running back to return within the next four weeks. Roschon Johnson seems likely to take on an increased offensive role behind D'Andre Swift (hip/knee) in the short term.

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon remains on the reserve/PUP list with a calf injury he sustained in May. The cornerback was designated to return to practice Sept. 30 and was a full participant throughout Week 5 preparation. Gordon's return to the 53-man roster would bolster the Bears' secondary as the team heads into a key divisional matchup against the Packers.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Caleb Williams QB O

Out

Williams has yet to resume practicing with his teammates, but he has reportedly looked comfortable dropping back, planting and throwing the ball. Head coach Ben Johnson said Monday that Williams remains week-to-week and won't return to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers, paving the way for Tyson Bagent to make a second consecutive start. Williams could be an option under center for the Bears as soon as Week 6 against the Falcons, though his return to game action would be precipitated by a successful return to practice without setbacks.

D'Andre Swift RB Q

Questionable

This is progress for Swift, who did not practice to begin the week Wednesday. Notably, backfield mate Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) also did not practice either day. Swift may be slightly ahead of Monangai in terms of his progress, but Friday's injury report will be the telltale sign for the Bears' backfield outlook going into the Week 5 matchup against the Packers.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Monangai came out of Week 4 with a right thumb issue, but the health concern that popped up on Wednesday's practice report may be threatening his availability in the short term. He hasn't practiced so far this week and has only one more opportunity to mix into drills Friday before the Bears potentially make a ruling on him ahead of Sunday's game in Green Bay. If Monangai is inhibited or sidelined this weekend, D'Andre Swift (hip/knee) likely will handle a workhorse role out of Chicago's backfield, though Roschon Johnson also could experience an expanded workload.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

D'Andre Swift RB Q

Questionable

Both Swift and fellow RB Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) were non-participants to begin Week 5 prep, leaving question marks in the Bears backfield ahead of Sunday's contest at Green Bay. While Swift ceded 30 carries to Monangai in a Week 4 win against the Jets, the former notched 15 rushes and two catches en route to 74 yards from scrimmage. The overall situation will continue to be monitored to get a sense of who among the duo will be Chicago's lead runner this weekend.

Darnell Wright OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Joe Thuney G Q

Questionable

questionable

Jonah Jackson G Q

Questionable

questionable

Keyshaun Elliott LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

While Johnson downplayed Monangai's thumb issue, he did say the running back is feeling the effects of his 30-carry workload from last Sunday's win over the Jets. The Bears could limit Monangai's snaps in practice this week, and it's fair to wonder if D'Andre Swift will step back into the clear lead role for Sunday's divisional matchup with the Packers.

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

The Bears designated Gordon to return to practice from the reserve/PUP list Sept. 30. The cornerback has officially returned to full participation in practice, meaning it will likely not be long before Gordon returns to the active roster ready to suit up for the team.

Cam Lewis CB Q

Questionable

questionable

Caleb Williams QB O

Out

Johnson noted that Williams has incurred no unexpected setbacks in his rehab program while he recovers from the Grade 2 right hamstring strain he sustained in a Sept. 20 loss to the Vikings, but the Bears are continuing to proceed cautiously with their franchise signal-caller. With Williams set to miss his third consecutive game this Sunday against the Packers, Tyson Bagent will draw the start while Case Keenum serves as the Bears' No. 2 quarterback. Williams still has a chance at returning to the lineup for Week 6 versus the Falcons, but he'll need to practice in some capacity to have a realistic shot at being cleared in advance of that contest.

Braxton Jones OT IR

Injured Reserve

Jones suffered a knee injury last Monday versus the Eagles and is now required to sit out at least four contests while on IR. Theo Benedet is poised to take over as Chicago's starting left tackle during Jones' absence.

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Since he began the regular season on Chicago's reserve/PUP list, Gordon won't be eligible to suit up for game action again until Week 5 at Green Bay. With that said, his current availability at practice is a strong indication he's on track to do just that. His status will be worth monitoring until he is officially activated.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S O

Out

out

Caleb Williams QB O

Out

Williams sustained the injury in last Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Vikings and was unable to practice in any fashion this week. Head coach Ben Johnson had previously been terming Williams as week-to-week, but Schefter and Rapoport's report offers some clarity on what potential recovery timeline the third-year quarterback might be facing. The report notes that the 3-to-4-week range is merely an estimate for Grade 2 strains, so if Williams proves to be a quick healer, it's possible that he will return to action for Chicago sooner than expected. At the very least, the Bears will have to get by with either Tyson Bagent (concussion) or Case Keenum as their starting quarterback versus the Eagles.

Noah Sewell LB O

Out

Sewell began the 2026 campaign on the reserve/PUP list while working his way back from a torn Achilles. Although that means he is required to miss at least two more games, it appears he is moving in a positive direction toward a return. The 24-year-old most recently appeared in 13 regular-season games for Chicago during the 2025 campaign, amassing 59 total tackles and one forced fumble.

Shemar Turner DT O

Out

Turner suffered a torn ACL during Week 8 of last season but is now closer to making his return to the field. The 23-year-old was placed on the reserve/PUP list in August and will have to miss at least two more games as a result before he's eligible to return. Once healthy, Turner could contribute as a depth defensive lineman.

Anthony Johnson Jr. S IR

Injured Reserve

ir

D'Andre Swift RB Q

Questionable

Swift is dealing with knee and ankle issues and is limited to begin the week of practice. Adding to that, Kyle Monangai (hamstring) was also limited. The severity of Swift's issues isn't known, but a limited practice suggests that he's not dealing with anything overly serious. If the Bears are short-handed in the backfield in Week 2, Roschon Johnson would be an option for a bigger role.

Darnell Wright OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Dayo Odeyingbo DE Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

Both Monangai and D'Andre Swift (knee/ankle) were limited to begin the week in practice Wednesday. Monangai, who had a big day in the Week 1 win over the Panthers, is dealing with a hamstring issue that is limiting him for now. The Bears will clarify Monangai's status for Sunday later in the week, but this is an item for managers to keep an eye on in the coming days.

Malik Muhammad II CB Q

Questionable

The rookie fourth-round defensive back may have tweaked his ankle during the Bears' 59-37 win over the Panthers in Week 1, when he logged three tackles (two solo) and two pass defenses (including an interception). Muhammad will have two more opportunities to log a full practice and avoid an injury designation for the Bears' NFC North tilt against the Vikings on Sunday.

Neville Gallimore DT Q

Questionable

questionable

Xavier Woods S Q

Questionable

Woods popped up on the Bears' injury report last week due to a groin injury, which prevented him from playing in this past Sunday's regular-season opener against the Panthers. The Bears gave up 37 points in that game, so Woods' return against the Vikings this Sunday would be a significant boost to Chicago's secondary. The veteran safety will have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation for Week 2.

Ozzy Trapilo OT Q

Questionable

questionable

Tyson Bagent QB Q

Questionable

questionable

Xavier Woods S Q

Questionable

questionable

Dallis Flowers CB IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon is on injured reserve to open the 2026 campaign, and he'll be required to miss at least four contests as a result. The defensive back is still working his way back from a calf injury that he suffered in May, and the earliest he'll be able to return to action is in Week 5 against the Packers on Oct. 11.

Shemar Turner DT O

Out

out

Austin Booker DE Q

Questionable

The defensive end suffered a groin injury during an Aug. 20 joint practice with the Bengals, didn't practice for the rest of training camp and then was considered "week-to-week," per Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune. Booker's return to practice Monday is a step in the right direction ahead of Chicago's season opener against Carolina on Sunday.

D'Andre Swift RB Q

Questionable

Swift left practice last Thursday with abdominal cramps, but his ability to mix into drills after a weekend off generally is a good sign ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Panthers. In addition to Swift, Kyle Monangai (knee) returned to practice Monday for the first time since hyperextending his knee Aug. 16. Swift is a locked-in fantasy RB2 to open the 2026 campaign, while Monangai makes for an ideal bench stash in Chicago's elite offense. Roschon Johnson will bring up the rear of the depth chart as the Bears' RB3.

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

It marked Monangai's first practice action since he hyperextended his knee Aug. 16. It's unclear if Monangai will be able to play in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Panthers, but he's obviously nearing 100 percent. D'Andre Swift (abdomen) was also back at practice Monday after dealing with cramps last week.

Rome Odunze WR Q

Questionable

After Odunze exited Thursday's practice with an apparent right leg injury, the wide receiver is opening the Week 1 practice week with an absence. The Bears will release an official practice report Wednesday, and it will be a situation to monitor heading into the weekend for Sunday's season opener against the Panthers. If Odunze can't go against Carolina, Luther Burden (groin) and Colston Loveland would likely see expanded target shares, while Kalif Raymond and rookie Zavion Thomas would be in line for elevated snaps.

Coby Bryant S IR

Injured Reserve

Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports general manager Ryan Poles stated the Bears will "remain flexible" on both Bryant and tight end Hayden Large (undisclosed) as they manage their injuries. Bryant will likely need to miss at least four months due to the knee surgery he underwent on Aug. 11. If the free safety recovers quickly, he could return to the team sometime in late December to help with a potential playoff push.

Hayden Large TE IR

Injured Reserve

Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports general manager Ryan Poles stated the Bears will "remain flexible" on both Large and safety Coby Bryant (knee) as they manage their injuries. Large must spend at least four regular-season games on IR before becoming eligible to return to the team's 53-man roster. The status of the tight end's injury still remains unclear, so it is uncertain if he will need longer to recover.

Luther Burden III WR Q

Questionable

After suffering a groin injury during an Aug. 8 practice, Burden was expected to be sidelined for about one month, putting his availability for Week 1 in question. Since then, he missed the Bears' entire preseason slate but returned to individual drills last Wednesday. Chicago takes on the Panthers on the road in their regular-season opener Sunday, Sept. 13.

Beanie Bishop Jr. CB IR

Injured Reserve

The move to IR means Bishop will be forced to miss the entire 2026 season unless an injury settlement is reached with Chicago. If he signs with another team, then Bishop will be required to miss three games while serving a suspension for a violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy.

Brittain Brown RB IR

Injured Reserve

Brown signed a reserve/future contract with Chicago in January, and he turned 14 carries into 22 yards while also catching four of five targets for 22 yards and a score during the preseason. The running back is dealing with an undisclosed injury, and he is now set to miss the entire season while on IR, unless he can reach an injury settlement with the team.

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon has been dealing with an ongoing calf injury that he sustained in May, and he spent the entire preseason on the active/PUP list. The defensive back will now be forced to miss at least four contests to open the regular season, and the earliest he could make his season debut is Oct. 11 against the Packers.

Noah Sewell LB O

Out

Sewell suffered a torn Achilles on Dec. 28 against the 49ers, and he is still recovering from the injury. The linebacker spent the entire preseason on the active/PUP list, and he will now be forced to miss at least four games to open the 2026 campaign.

Ruben Hyppolite II LB IR

Injured Reserve

Hyppolite is dealing with a shoulder injury that he picked up during the Bears' second preseason game against the Browns on Aug. 15. He was waived/injured by Chicago on Sunday, but he was moved to IR on Monday after going unclaimed. Hyppolite will be forced to sit for the entire 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Bears.

Shemar Turner DT O

Out

Turner suffered a torn ACL in Week 8 of the 2025 campaign, and he spent the entire preseason on the active/PUP list. The defensive tackle will now be sidelined for at least four contests to open the 2026 campaign, and the earliest he could return to action is Week 5 against the Packers on Oct. 11.

Tony Fields II LB IR

Injured Reserve

Fields is set to be the primary backup edge rusher for the Bears in 2026. The linebacker signed with the Bears in June after being out of the league in 2025. As a result of Sunday's transaction, Fields will now need to wait at least another four regular-season games to see any game action.

Jaylon Johnson CB Q

Questionable

Johnson suffered the injury during Thursday's practice session, forcing him to leave early. While the severity of the injury is currently unknown, Jaylon Jones and Malik Muhammad could be in line for increased playing time should Johnson be forced to miss time during the regular season.

Luther Burden III WR Q

Questionable

Burden resumed practicing Wednesday following a multi-week layoff, so it's not a surprise that he sat Saturday. The report indicates he may not yet be moving at full speed, but coach Ben Johnson said after Saturday's game that the wideout "looks 100 percent," per Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times, so the expectation is that he'll be ready to go for Week 1 of the regular season versus the Panthers.

Austin Booker DE Q

Questionable

The defensive end suffered the groin injury during a joint practice with the Bengals on Aug. 20 and has not practiced since then. His status for Week 1 against the Panthers on Sept. 13 appears to be in doubt. Booker started 11 of the 12 combined regular-season and postseason games he played in last year, and he should take on a similar role in 2026 once he's healthy again.

Elijah Hicks S Q

Questionable

Hicks' activation means he is likely close to returning to daily practice activities. The safety was held out of practice Tuesday but will likely get back to action in time for the regular season. The backup strong safety is set to be a veteran presence behind first-round pick Dillon Thieneman.

Keyshaun Elliott LB Q

Questionable

Elliott has not yet participated in training camp, being held out of Tuesday's session due to a lingering undisclosed injury. The rookie fifth-rounder should be back in action shortly after being activated and is likely set to be a special-teams contributor and lower-priority depth option at linebacker throughout the 2026 season.

Nephi Sewell LB IR

Injured Reserve

Sewell was fighting a losing battle to make the 53-man roster before his injury, so season-ending injury reserve for a concussion is no surprise. The linebacker will now spend the entirety of the 2026 regular season on IR unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

Tyrique Stevenson CB Q

Questionable

The cornerback has been dealing with the injury since exiting practice Aug. 11. In his return Thursday, Stevenson was able to take limited reps against the Bengals' receivers during a joint session. Stevenson is a projected starter at cornerback across from Jaylon Johnson.

Coby Bryant S O

Out

out

Dallis Flowers CB IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Jonathan Garvin DE IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Nikola Kalinic TE IR

Injured Reserve

ir

Ruben Hyppolite II LB Q

Questionable

questionable

Xavier Woods S Q

Questionable

questionable

Kyle Monangai RB Q

Questionable

The second-year back suffered a hyperextended knee during Sunday's practice, and now coach Ben Johnson has offered a loose timeline for Monangai's return. There are still nearly four full weeks until the Bears' regular-season opener against the Panthers, so Monangai has a chance to avoid missing any real games. For now, Roschon Johnson will get additional work behind D'Andre Swift in the Bears' backfield.

Ozzy Trapilo OT O

Out

Trapilo was placed on the active/PUP list July 25 as he continues to recover from a patellar injury that he suffered in January against the Packers in the NFC wild-card round. The offensive lineman was initially expected to be a long shot to play in 2026, but head coach Ben Johnson outlined Tuesday just how far the 24-year-old has come in his recovery, expressing optimism that Trapilo could be back in action ahead of the regular season.

Coby Bryant S Q

Questionable

Chicago's prized offseason signing on defense now seems more likely than not to miss the entire regular season. The Bears reportedly have some hope that Bryant can return for Week 18 or the playoffs, but it's not something the team can count on as they prepare for the campaign ahead. With Bryant unavailable, Xavier Woods and Cam Lewis (leg) are the top candidates to step up at safety alongside first-round pick Dillon Thieneman.

Beanie Bishop Jr. CB SUS

Suspension

Bishop finds a new home with the Bears shortly after being waived by the Saints in late July. The cornerback is set to miss the first three games of the 2026 regular season for a violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy back in March. Bishop's suspension does not prohibit him from practicing or playing during the preseason, so he may see some action due to the injuries to Coby Bryant (knee), Cam Lewis (leg), Elijah Hicks (shin), Kyler Gordon (calf) and Terell Smith (knee).

Kyler Gordon CB O

Out

Gordon was placed on the active/PUP list with a soft-tissue injury when the Bears kicked off training camp, and there still hasn't been any update on a timeline for his return to the field. He was only able to suit up for three regular-season games in 2025, and his availability for Week 1 of the 2026 campaign certainly seems to be in question at the moment.

Elijah Hicks S O

Out

It's unclear when Hicks picked up the injury, but he'll be eligible to return to practice at anytime once he's fully healthy. He's mostly operated as a depth piece in the secondary and as a contributor on special teams since being selected by the Bears in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Hicks finished the 2025 regular season with 19 tackles (nine solo) across 17 games.