The Bear’s Den, December 21, 2024

Jaylon Johnson added late to the injury report with an illness. ‘Tis the season

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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL

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Bears’ Jones, Jenkins, Johnson questionable against Lions – 670 The Score – Bears left tackle Braxton Jones, left guard Teven Jenkins and cornerback Jaylon Johnson are all questionable to play in Chicago’s game against Detroit on Sunday.

Chicago Bears Friday Injury Report: Jaylon Johnson Questionable – Sports Illustrated Chicago Bears – An illness had Jaylon Johnson missing Friday’s practice, while they’ll get a boost with the return of Roschon Johnson from a concussion.

Mayer’s Injury Update: Bears dealing with injuries on offensive line – ChicagoBears.com – Two starters are listed as questionable for the NFC North matchup in left tackle Braxton Jones (concussion) and left guard Teven Jenkins (calf), while reserve center/guard Ryan Bates (concussion) has been ruled out of the contest.

Emma: Bears’ offensive line needs a significant overhaul – 670 The Score – The Bears will have key decisions to make in the offseason about their offensive line, which has struggled for much of a disappointing 2024 season.

Cameron Dicker’s Free-Kick Field Goal and a Bears-Packers Tie – Sports Illustrated Chicago Bears – Cameron Dicker’s 57-yard field goal on a free kick after a Chargers fair catch Thursday night broke a record set by a Packers great against the Bears.

Justin Fields Injury Report Means Bears Lose Out on Draft Capital – On Tap Sports Net – Former Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will be inactive for this Sunday’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens.

Leming’s Bears vs. Lions: What to watch for in Week 16 – 247 Sports Chicago Bears – What to watch for in the Week 16 matchup for the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions at Soldier Field.

Biggs: Is Ben Johnson the right coach candidate for Chicago Bears? – Chicago Tribune – Ben Johnson has a “burning desire” to be a head coach. The Detroit Lions offensive coordinator is a compelling candidate for the Chicago Bears because of his intelligence and creativity.

Dwojak: Jaylon Johnson, Gervon Dexter, Teven Jenkins questionable for Detroit Lions – Shaw Local – The Chicago Bears’ Jaylon Johnson, Gervon Dexter, Braxton Jones and Teven Jenkins were all listed questionable for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field.

Finley: Bears QB Caleb Williams has 3 games left to change the lasting image of his season – Chicago Sun-Times – The last time Williams saw the Lions — Sunday’s opponent at Soldier Field — Williams was changing a short pass to a deep shot as the clock ticked down on Thanksgiving.

Lieser: Rest of NFL was right about Bears’ offensive line, which is their most glaring deficiency – Chicago Sun-Times – The Bears have invested one first-round pick on the line and have spent the second-least in the league. Pro Football Focus ranked their line 26th this week. Conversely, the top 10 lines all were built with premium resources.

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Finley: Lions are hobbled and coming off a loss, but it’s ‘dumb’ to think the sky is falling – Chicago Sun-Times – For the first time in the history of their franchise, the Lions were odds-on favorites to win the Super Bowl. That changed Sunday, when the Bills beat them 48-42 and surged ahead of them in championship odds.

POLISH SAUSAGE

Tyreek Hill is questionable for Sunday’s game vs. 49ers – NBC Sports – Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to full participation in Friday’s practice after his hip injury limited him in the first two practice days.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Zimmerman’s Open Thread Question of the Day: Should Ryan Poles return in 2025? – Windy City Gridiron – The temperature on Ryan Poles’ seat is getting hot, is it time to fully clean house?

Wiltfong: Chicago Bears fans trust Ryan Poles more than Kevin Warren, but… – Windy City Gridiron – Most Bears fans don’t trust anyone.

Keys to a Chicago Bears Victory ROUNDTABLE: Detroit Lions – Windy City Gridiron – The Bears host the Lions Sunday but our crew is doing some holiday shopping for the Bears.

Zimmerman’s Five Questions with the Enemy: Will Lions overcome injuries in Chicago? – Windy City Gridiron – We preview the game with Pride of Detroit of two teams headed in opposite directions

Wiltfong’s Injury Report: Jaylon Johnson is one of four questionable for Chicago – Windy City Gridiron – Full and final injury report for the Bears and Lions.

Zimmerman: 3 Player Props to Consider – Windy City Gridiron – Here’s some more opportunities to make some cash while watching our Bears.

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