Bears cut roster down to 53-man limit
There weren't many surprises among the cuts -- with offensive lineman Michael Schofield and veteran defensive lineman Mario Edwards among those shown the door. CBS 2's Matt Zahn reports.
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There weren't many surprises among the cuts -- with offensive lineman Michael Schofield and veteran defensive lineman Mario Edwards among those shown the door. CBS 2's Matt Zahn reports.
One of the cuts appears to pave the way for Teven Jenkins to start at right guard on the offensive line.
Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy is also avoiding any knee-jerk reactions to the offense's performance in the team's final preseason game.
Justin Fields had a nightmarish visit to Cleveland as a rookie. This one couldn't have gone much better.
Some sports fans may have lost a chance to get their hands on an iconic piece of Chicago sports history.
Full back is not a glamorous position, and some NFL teams don't even use a one anymore, so how did Blasingame end up playing there?
It looks like the Bears will be starting a rookie fifth rounder Braxton Jones at left tackle when the season opens Sept. 11.
The team also continued to shave down its roster.
"Whatever happens, happens. And whatever it is I have to go through this season, I'll do it chin up, chest out," Smith said.
Justin Fields played one series in the first quarter. He was 5 of 7 for 39 yards and led the Bears to a 35-yard field goal by Cairo Santos.
Chicago Bears second year offensive lineman Teven Jenkins was working with the first team at right guard this week, after playing exclusively at tackle until now.
Gordon, a star for the Washington Huskies in college, expects to make his NFL debut in his home state.
Bears rookie cornerback Kyler Gordon is ready for a homecoming on Thursday, as he expects to make his preseason debut against the Seattle Seahawks.
The president of the NFL Players Association blasted the conditions at Soldier Field on Saturday, and he didn't exactly get an argument from the Chicago Bears or Kansas City Chiefs after their preseason game.
Patrick Mahomes sure looked like he was ready to go. The one-time MVP, Super Bowl champion and four-time Pro Bowler made it look easy in his short time on the field.
Saturday's matchup will also mark the return of former head coach Matt Nagy, who serves on the Chiefs' staff.
The Bears can fine Smith for not practicing since taking him off the PUP list.
'You're not super happy and thrilled to kick there every time.'
Legendary Bears coach Mike Ditka's Super Bowl XX sweater vest is being sold through Heritage Auctions, and bids have already topped $30,000.
"I've been trying to get something done that's fair since April, but their focus has been on trying to take advantage of me," Smith said of the Bears' front office.
Tuesday was supposed to be about the Bears taking the field at Soldier Field for their annual Family Fest practice, but instead the focus was on star linebacker Roquan Smith's demand for a trade amid stalled talks on a new deal.
Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy said Kmet is a player the team hopes 'can do a lot of different things.'
Second-year offensive lineman Teven Jenkins also continued to be absent from the practice field
In a pair of 2-minute drills to close out practice, the offense had back-to-back 3-and-outs.
The Bears put on the pads for the first time in training camp on Tuesday, as head coach Matt Eberflus begins ramping up preparations for his first season.
