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NFL updates protocols in response to COVID-19 cases

The NFL has updated its protocols in reaction to an increase in COVID-19 cases around the league, and it is pushing booster shots as the most effective protection against the coron...

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

With playoffs possible, Vikings try not to stumble at Bears

Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and the Minnesota Vikings will try to avoid getting tripped up when they visit the struggling Chicago Bears

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands on COVID-19 list Wilkinson (illness) was placed on the COVID-19 list Friday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact This is the third time since the start of training camp that Wilkinson has landed on the COVID-19 list. However, the first two times were suspected to be due to close contacts, whereas this time he has tested positive for the virus. Chicago doesn't play again until Dec. 5, so Wilkinson could possibly return before then, but it's unclear how much time he will miss.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

AFC North-leading Ravens look to bounce back against Bears

Lamar Jackson and the AFC North-leading Baltimore Ravens look to bounce back when they visit the struggling Chicago Bears

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears coach Matt Nagy to miss 49ers game because of COVID-19

Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy will miss Sunday’s game against San Francisco because of the NFL’s COVID-19 protocol

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears to play against 49ers without linebacker Khalil Mack

A foot sprain will keep outside linebacker Khalil Mack from playing for the Chicago Bears on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears to play against 49ers without linebacker Khalil Mack

A foot sprain will keep outside linebacker Khalil Mack from playing for the Chicago Bears on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Activated off COVID-19 list Wilkinson has been activated off the COVID-19 list Friday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Wilkinson will rejoin the team after his second stint on the COVID-19 list this season. It's unclear if he will be ready to play Sunday, but if he is available, then he will likely reclaim his starting right tackle spot from Lachavious Simmons, who drew the start during Wilkinson's absence in Week 7.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bears try to find footing against struggling 49ers

The Chicago Bears enter their game against the struggling San Francisco 49ers at Soldier Field trying to steady themselves after back-to-back losses to teams with two of the game's...

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Khalil Mack injury issue pressures struggling Bears

The Chicago Bears are 3-4 with an offense not capable of much besides running the ball but with one of the league's best pass rushes

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears' Nagy understands beating by Bucs doesn't scream unity

Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy insisted he understands why his comments about the team’s closeness and unity might ring hollow to those on the outside

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears coach Nagy says he has tested positive for COVID-19

Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy says he has tested positive for COVID-19

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Bears' COVID-19 absences — especially right tackle Elijah Wilkinson on an already thin offensive line — prove costly in their loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Right tackle Elijah Wilkinson was the fifth Chicago Bears player to go on the reserve/COVID-19 list in the last 11 days, and his absence pro...

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Sidelined against Bucs Wilkinson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wilkinson has served as the Bears' starting right tackle, so his absence will be felt against the strong Buccaneers' front seven. Lachavious Simmons is likely to take over along the offensive line.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elijah Wilkinson: 'It feels good to be back' ' Press Conference Offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson addresses the media prior to Thursday's practice at Halas Hall.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Bears defense, running attack back up Justin Fields

Justin Fields continues to try to learn the ropes as the Chicago Bears starting quarterback and it never hurts to have someone to lean on while this process continues

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New Bears OL Elijah Wilkinson Take a look at new Bears offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson in action. Wilkinson spent the past four seasons in Denver, playing in 45 games...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

After solid opener, Bengals look to keep going against Bears

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals will try to build on a promising season-opening win while the Chicago Bears hope to bounce back from a dismal loss when the two teams meet at...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Massie hooked on Colorado, Broncos glad they landed the vet

The Denver Broncos didn't have to look far when they suddenly found themselves in the market for a new right tackle

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears to start Fields in preseason finale, Dalton in Week 1

The Chicago Bears will start rookie quarterback Justin Fields in the preseason finale Saturday at Tennessee against the Titans

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Surgery for Bears OL Teven Jenkins; QB Justin Fields injured

The Chicago Bears are without both of their top 2021 draft picks

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back from COVID list The Bears activated Wilkinson (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Impact Wilkinson has been cleared to rejoin teammates at practices. Though he missed roughly a full week going through the league's COVID-19 protocols, Wilkinson is likely still the favorite to serve as Chicago's swing offensive tackle.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eddie Jackson, Elijah Wilkinson make timely return to Bears

Injuries have hit the Chicago Bears hard throughout the early part of training camp, but as they begin the third week of practices getting starting safety Eddie Jackson and tackle...

AUGUST 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on COVID-19 list Wilkinson was placed on the COVID-19 list Wednesday.

Impact Wilkinson, who joined the Bears in the offseason, will likely wind up as Chicago's swing offensive tackle, but his missed time could put him behind the curve on his new team. The 26-year-old will be aiming to return before the Bears' opening preseason game on Aug. 14 against the Dolphins.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bears see Eddie Goldman's return as defensive key

The Chicago Bears want to increase the number of takeaways they force this year and improve both the pass rush and run defense, and they think the return of Eddie Goldman could hel...

JULY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS