Player News
Justin Fields - Won't play Sunday
Justin Fields, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a thumb injury. Fields dislocated his thumb in his right throwing hand during the previous game against the Vikings. Coach Matt Eberflus stated that Fields is improving and trending in the right direction, but will be week to week. Undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent is expected to start at quarterback in Fields' absence.
Justin Fields, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a thumb injury. Fields dislocated his thumb in his right throwing hand during the previous game against the Vikings. Coach Matt Eberflus stated that Fields is improving and trending in the right direction, but will be week to week. Undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent is expected to start at quarterback in Fields' absence.
CHIJustin Fields - Won't practice Wednesday
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will not practice on Wednesday due to a thumb injury. Coach Matt Eberflus has no updates on Fields' health and he remains doubtful for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Fields' availability will depend on his grip strength. If he is unable to start, the Bears will have to choose between undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent or veteran Nathan Peterman as their starting quarterback.
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will not practice on Wednesday due to a thumb injury. Coach Matt Eberflus has no updates on Fields' health and he remains doubtful for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Fields' availability will depend on his grip strength. If he is unable to start, the Bears will have to choose between undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent or veteran Nathan Peterman as their starting quarterback.
Justin Fields - Doubtful for Week 7
Justin Fields, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, suffered a dislocated right thumb in Sunday's game and is doubtful for Week 7 against the Raiders. Coach Matt Eberflus mentioned that Fields' timetable will depend on his grip strength. Undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent is the Bears' QB2 and came in as a relief for Fields in the last game. Bagent had a rough start with a fumble that resulted in a touchdown but finished with 10 of 14 passing for 83 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception. The Bears may consider starting veteran Nathan Peterman against Las Vegas.
Justin Fields, quarterback for the Chicago Bears, suffered a dislocated right thumb in Sunday's game and is doubtful for Week 7 against the Raiders. Coach Matt Eberflus mentioned that Fields' timetable will depend on his grip strength. Undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent is the Bears' QB2 and came in as a relief for Fields in the last game. Bagent had a rough start with a fumble that resulted in a touchdown but finished with 10 of 14 passing for 83 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception. The Bears may consider starting veteran Nathan Peterman against Las Vegas.
Justin Fields - Has dislocated thumb
Fields (hand) has a dislocated thumb in his right (throwing) hand, Jay Glazer of Fox NFL Sunday reports.
Fields (hand) has a dislocated thumb in his right (throwing) hand, Jay Glazer of Fox NFL Sunday reports.
Bears put Herbert on IR; Johnson, Homer out vs. Vikings
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert has been placed on injured reserve after injuring his ankle in Week 5. He will be eligible to return in Week 10. Rookie Roschon Johnson and Travis Homer are also out for the upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert has been placed on injured reserve after injuring his ankle in Week 5. He will be eligible to return in Week 10. Rookie Roschon Johnson and Travis Homer are also out for the upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings.
MINChase Claypool to be Healthy Scratch for Bears vs. Broncos
Chase Claypool, wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, will not be playing in today's game against the Denver Broncos. Claypool had a lack of effort in the season opener and expressed frustration with his role on the team. Equanimeous St. Brown is expected to replace Claypool in the lineup. The Bears are also making a change at backup quarterback, replacing Nathan Peterman with Tyson Bagent.
Chase Claypool, wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, will not be playing in today's game against the Denver Broncos. Claypool had a lack of effort in the season opener and expressed frustration with his role on the team. Equanimeous St. Brown is expected to replace Claypool in the lineup. The Bears are also making a change at backup quarterback, replacing Nathan Peterman with Tyson Bagent.
DENBears list veteran Nathan Peterman as QB2 behind Justin Fields
Nathan Peterman has been named the backup quarterback for the Chicago Bears, ahead of rookie Tyson Bagent. Peterman, who was initially cut from the roster but re-signed last week, will serve as the backup to starting quarterback Justin Fields. The Bears are carrying three quarterbacks on the active roster, including Fields, Peterman, and Bagent. Peterman's experience in the Bears' offense and his ability to provide feedback and support to Fields were cited as reasons for his selection as the backup.
Nathan Peterman has been named the backup quarterback for the Chicago Bears, ahead of rookie Tyson Bagent. Peterman, who was initially cut from the roster but re-signed last week, will serve as the backup to starting quarterback Justin Fields. The Bears are carrying three quarterbacks on the active roster, including Fields, Peterman, and Bagent. Peterman's experience in the Bears' offense and his ability to provide feedback and support to Fields were cited as reasons for his selection as the backup.