Tag: Chicago Bears vs. Los Angeles Rams

Bears injury report: David Montgomery misses Thursday’s practice with ankle injury

The Bears released their Thursday injury report ahead of a matchup against the Rams, and RB David Montgomery’s ankle injury is a concern.

As the Chicago Bears prepare for a pivotal NFC showdown against the Los Angeles Rams, there’s some concern about whether their starting running back will be ready for primetime.

Rookie David Montgomery popped up on the injury report Wednesday, where he was limited with an ankle injury. The fact that Montgomery missed Thursday’s practice is definitely concerning heading into a game where the offense really needs to establish the run game.

Coach Matt Nagy said Montgomery rolled his ankle during Wednesday’s practice.

Four other Bears players missed Thursday’s practice, including tight end Trey Burton (calf), linebacker Isaiah Irving (quad), linebacker Danny Trevathan (elbow) and newcomer to the injury report tight end Adam Shaheen (foot).

With Burton and Shaheen on the injury report, the Bears are thin at tight end, where Ben Braunecker and J.P. Holtz are currently the only healthy tight ends on the roster. Braunecker had success last week against the Detroit Lions, where he caught his first-career touchdown — a touchdown that jumpstarted three straight scoring drives.

Irving hasn’t practiced since before a Week 8 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, as he’s dealt with a quad injury sustained in that same game. His status will likely prompt linebacker James Vaughter’s promotion from the practice squad sometime this week.

There hasn’t been an update on Trevathan’s gruesome injury, and it’s no surprise that he didn’t participate in practice Thursday. Nick Kwiatkoski stepped in for Trevathan against the Lions, and the Bears will be looking for continued production from him.

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Bears WR Allen Robinson ready to face former teammate CB Jalen Ramsey in Week 11

Bears WR Allen Robinson has a tall task in front of him in Week 11: Facing former Jaguars teammate CB Jalen Ramsey.

When the Chicago Bears head to Los Angeles to face the Rams, receiver Allen Robinson will find himself locked in a battle with former Jacksonville Jaguars teammate cornerback Jalen Ramsey.

It’s safe to assume that Ramsey will cover Robinson exclusively, looking to take away quarterback Mitchell Trubisky’s top target. A challenge that Robinson welcomes.

‘‘It’s gonna be physical, it’s gonna be competitive, it’s gonna be fun,’’ Robinson said, via the Sun-Times. ‘‘I’m definitely looking forward to it. . . . I talk, he talks, so it’ll be fun.’’

In a season where the Bears offense has struggled immensely, Robinson has been the gear that has made the offense go. Robinson’s production this season — with 53 catches for 618 yards and three touchdowns — is already nearing his production from 2018. And there’s still seven games remaining.

Given Robinson’s success, it’s no wonder why nearly 27% of Chicago’s passes go Robinson’s way. In fact, no other wide receivers have neared 300 yards receiving or half his receptions.

Trubisky and the Bears’ offense will need to be aware of Ramsey’s presence, as he’s always a threat to make a play. While Robinson typically is Trubisky’s security blanket, it’s going to be much more difficult to get him the ball.

‘‘We expect him to match A-Rob,’’ Trubisky said of Ramsey. ‘‘Obviously, he’s in a new scheme, so I think he’s still getting used to that. But most of the time he’s matching, and he’s just gonna cover his guy and try and shut that down.’’

Robinson knows Ramsey well, and he expects nothing short of a physical battle.

‘‘At some of the catch points, he tries to be a little more physical,’’ Robinson said. ‘‘If you catch the ball on the sideline, you know he’s gonna be physical. There’s a lot you can expect in this game.’’

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Chicago vs. Los Angeles: Which Rams player would you want on the Bears?

The Bears will play the Rams in a primetime matchup, which features a ton of talent. But which Rams player would you want in Chicago?

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The Chicago Bears (4-5) will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Rams (5-4) in a rematch of last season’s defensive showdown.

But make no mistake, these two teams are far from the teams they both were a season ago. The Bears, who were deemed Super Bowl contenders, just broke a four-game losing streak and while they remain “in the hunt,” their chance at the playoffs are slim.

Then there are the Rams, who are coming off a Super Bowl appearance but appear headed in the wrong direction. While their defense continues to be a solid unit — led by reigning Defensive Player of theYear Aaron Donald — it’s their offense that has been struggling of late. The offensive line is a mess, and quarterback Jared Goff has looked as bad, if not worse, than his buddy Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky at times.

But there’s still a ton of talent on the Rams — both on offense but especially defense.

Which begs the question — which Rams player would you want on the Bears?

VOTE!

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Bears open as 6.5-point underdogs vs. Rams in Week 11

While the Bears are coming off a 20-13 victory over the Lions, Vegas isn’t confident in Chicago’s chances against the Rams in Week 11.

The Chicago Bears (4-5) will travel to Los Angeles for a Week 11 primetime contest against the Rams (5-4), where they’ll be looking to continue their winning ways against a Rams team coming off a loss.

This will be the Bears’ first meeting with the Rams in California since Jan. 2, 1994.

While the Bears are coming off a 20-13 victory over the Detroit Lions (3-5-1), Vegas isn’t confident in Chicago’s chances against the Rams.

The Bears have opened as 6.5-point underdogs against the Rams, according to BetMGM.

Chicago has been favorites in every game they’ve played this season except two — the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 9 and now against the Rams in Week 11.

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