Bears rookie Tyson Bagent could have encore performance against Chargers' suspect pass defense
Tyson Bagent generated plenty of headlines in leading the Chicago Bears to a victory in his first NFL startOCTOBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Trevor Lawrence to Trey Lance: Grading the 2021 quarterback class so far
Former NFL scout Bucky Brooks checks in on the quarterback class of 2021, grading the five first-round picks on their performances so far.OCTOBER 26, 2023
Roschon Johnson - Out of concussion protocol Johnson said Thursday that he cleared the concussion protocol and is ready to play in Sunday's road game against the Chargers, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.
Impact Players in the protocol for head injuries aren't permitted to speak to the media, so Johnson's comments more or less pave the way for him to put an end to a two-game absence. His upcoming role is in some question, though, after D'Onta Foreman reeled off 187 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns over the last two games with Khalil Herbert (ankle, IR) sidelined. In five games this season, Johnson is averaging 4.9 yards on his 25 carries, has hauled in 11 of 12 targets for 58 yards and scored one rushing TD.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Roschon Johnson - Another full practice Johnson (concussion) practiced fully Thursday.
Impact The uncapped session marks Johnson's second in a row, but it's unclear if he's passed through the final phase of the protocol for head injuries. On Wednesday, coach Matt Eberflus noted Johnson had "one more hurdle" to get past in order to see his first game action since sustaining a concussion Week 5 in Washington, per Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com. Having said that, the Bears may not indicate whether that has happened until they post their final practice report of Week 8 on Friday. If Johnson gains clearance to play Sunday at the Chargers, he may split the backfield reps with D'Onta Foreman with Khalil Herbert (ankle) still on injured reserve.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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OCTOBER 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Bears QB Tyson Bagent ready to test his arm strength more against the Chargers
Some may question Tyson Bagent's arm strength after the undrafted rookie threw only short passes against the Las Vegas Raiders in his starting debut, but the Chicago Bears think Ju...OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Khalid Kareem - On track to return Sunday Chicago designated Kareem (hip) for return from its injured reserve list Wednesday.
Impact Kareem was a full participant at practice Wednesday, signaling he's likely to be activated for Week 8. He's still waiting to make his 2023 debut, but he figures to fill a rotational role on the Bears' defensive line once he does.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Braxton Jones - Designated for return from IR Chicago designated Jones (neck) for return from its injured reserve list Wednesday.
Impact Jones was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, a sign he could be ready to suit back up as soon as Sunday at the Chargers. He'll still probably need to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend, though.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Chargers vs. Bears Prediction, Odds, Picks - Oct 29
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OCTOBER 25, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE
Justin Fields - Misses practice, as expected Fields (thumb) didn't practice Wednesday.
Impact The absence from practice was expected after head coach Matt Eberflus referred to Fields as "doubtful" to play Sunday against the Chargers when asked Monday for an update on the quarterback's status. The 24-year-old likely will work with the training staff for most of the week while Tyson Bagent prepares for his second NFL start this weekend in Los Angeles.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jaquan Brisker - Non-participant Wednesday Brisker missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness.
Impact Brisker logged 10 tackles in the Bears' Week 7 win over the Raiders, but also may have picked up some sort of bug. More clarity on his status for this week's game against the Chargers will come as the week progresses. Quindell Johnson would be next man up should Brisker have to miss any time.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Eddie Jackson - Limited Wednesday jackson (foot) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Impact Jackson has been sidelined for four of the Bears' previous five games, including Week 7. His limited participation to kick off the week is a cause for optimism, but it remains to be seen how the week will progress.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Roschon Johnson - Full practice, still in protocol Johnson (concussion) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
Impact Johnson's activity Wednesday marks his first practice participation of any sort since he suffered a concussion Oct. 5 at Washington. Head coach Matt Eberflus told Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com earlier Wednesday that Johnson has "one more hurdle" to pass before he'll clear the five-step concussion protocol, likely indicating that the running back needs to meet with an independent neurologist. Once that step is behind him, Johnson should be good to rejoin the Bears backfield, but considering D'Onta Foreman has put together 187 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns over the last two games with Khalil Herbert (ankle) on injured reserve, it's unclear what kind of workload will be available to Johnson.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Roschon Johnson - Returning to practice Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that Johnson (concussion) will return to practice Wednesday but remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.
Impact Eberflus said Monday that Johnson has "one more hurdle" remaining before exiting the protocol and being deemed good to go for Sunday's game against the Chargers. Johnson's only remaining steps may be to return to full-contact practice and then gain clearance from an independent neurologist, however, and taking the field Wednesday represents noteworthy progress. D'Onta Foreman has looked impressive as the lead man in Chicago's backfield over the last two weeks, but Johnson should be able to carve out a role Week 8 if cleared to play.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tyson Bagent was ready to 'Crossfit my life away.' Instead, he's starting for the Bears
If Tyson Bagent wasn't an NFL quarterback, he'd be getting jacked at his dad's Crossfit gym and teaching high-schoolers. Instead, he's start...OCTOBER 25, 2023
2023 NFL Week 7 betting recap, odds: Home underdogs perfect against spread
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Talk the Line: Early breakdown of NFL Week 8 odds
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What we learned in NFL Week 7: Lamar Jackson as MVP frontrunner; Travis Kelce's immense value
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Rookie Tyson Bagent will likely start again for Bears with Justin Fields doubtful to play this week
Rookie quarterback Tyson Bagent likely will start his second straight game when the Chicago Bears visit the Los Angeles Chargers this weekOCTOBER 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bears QB Justin Fields likely to miss second straight game
Bears coach Matt Eberflus says rookie Tyson Bagent will likely start at L.A. as Justin Fields is doubtful with a dislocated right thumb.OCTOBER 23, 2023
Braxton Jones - Nearing return to practice Coach Matt Eberflus said Monday that the Bears may designate Jones (neck) for return from their injured reserve list this week, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact Jones went to Chicago's injured reserve list with a neck injury he sustained in Week 2 at Tampa Bay, but after sitting out of the Bears' last five games, he now seems to be approaching a return to action. A return to practice alone would not guarantee his availability for Week 8, however.
OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
