Bears HC Matt Eberflus continues to say Teven Jenkins’ neck injury is encouraging as he was released from the hospital.
The Chicago Bears received positive news in regards to offensive guard Teven Jenkins. The second-year offensive lineman left the field on a stretcher on the team’s first drive in the 25-20 loss against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday after suffering a neck injury. He was taken to a hospital to receive further evaluation, but things appear to be heading in the right direction according to head coach Matt Eberflus.
“I don’t really have much of an update from there but it is encouraging for him,” Eberflus said. “We’ll see where he is later today. He is seeing a couple of specialists just to double-check and cross-check everything. We’ll see later today.”
Eberflus also confirmed Jenkins was released from the hospital, another step in the right direction. He wouldn’t comment on the severity of the injury or his status moving forward for the rest of the year but the fact he continues to be encouraged is good news.
Jenkins moved to right guard to start the season and has become arguably the team’s best offensive lineman. He was having a Pro Bowl-caliber season before this injury occurred.
Jenkins’ status will continue to be monitored over the next few days. Stay tuned for more information.
From Velus Jones’ resurgence to Jaquan Brisker’s big return, here are our bold predictions for Bears vs. Eagles.
After two weeks off, the Chicago Bears finally play a football game this weekend. Unfortunately, it comes against arguably the best team in the league. The Bears (3-10) face off against the Philadelphia Eagles (12-1) on the lakefront in a game that could provide a glimpse into the future.
Many believe the Eagles are the perfect roadmap for the Bears. They re-worked their defense over the last couple of seasons and let their young, dynamic quarterback grow in their system while also surrounding him with improved players at the skill positions. The result has been a stellar team led by an MVP candidate. The Bears are hoping they can do the same with their quarterback next season.
Speaking of quarterbacks. the matchup between Justin Fields and Jalen Hurts is on everyone’s mind, but it’s more than just them. Here are four bold predictions for Sunday’s game.
Chase Claypool is out this weekend against the Eagles due to a knee injury, but the Bears believe he will return this season.
The Chicago Bears were dealt a significant blow to their receiving corps this week when it was announced Chase Claypool would miss Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles with a knee injury. There is optimism, however, that Claypool will be able to return this season.
Head coach Matt Eberflus spoke with the media on Friday and believes Claypool’s injury will not knock him out for the team’s final four games. “Oh yeah, for sure,” Eberflus said confidently when asked by reporters if he would be back.
Claypool missed the entire week of practice due to a knee injury suffered two weeks ago in a loss against the Green Bay Packers. Since being acquired from the Pittsburgh Steelers at the NFL trade deadline, Claypool has struggled to get going with his new team. He has just 12 catches for 111 yards in five games as he continues to learn the scheme and playbook.
The former 2020 second-round pick out of Notre Dame will need to show he can develop a connection with quarterback Justin Fields sooner rather than later as he has one more year left on his rookie deal. The hope is Claypool can return this year and finish the season strong.
With Claypool out, Darnell Mooney on injured reserve, and N’Keal Harry questionable due to a back injury, the Bears may have just four wide receivers healthy on the team: Byron Pringle, Equanimeous St. Brown, Velus Jones Jr., and Dante Pettis. The Bears can also elevate Nsimba Webster or Daurice Fountain from the practice squad for Sunday’s game.
The Bears kick off against the Eagles at noon CT on Sunday at Soldier Field.
Here is the full Bears and Eagles injury reports following Thursday’s practice.
The Chicago Bears (3-10) released their second injury report of the week ahead of their Week 15 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles (12-1) and quarterback Justin Fields practiced in full after sitting out Wednesday with an illness.
A sickness could be going around the locker room, though, as David Montgomery missed Thursday with an illness. Wide receiver Chase Claypool was also still out due to a knee injury.
Here is Thursday’s full injury report for the Bears and Eagles.
On the eve of a new decade, we’re counting down the Bears’ best games of this past decade — including some real blasts from the past.
Between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2019, the Chicago Bears played 164 games, including three playoff games, compiling a record of 78-86. Surprising playoff runs in 2010 and 2018 were sandwiched around lengthy stretches of mediocrity from 2013-2017, and fans were treated to a below-average product for much of the decade.
Still, there were quite a few bright spots for the NFL’s charter franchise during the last 10 years, including memorable games that provided thrilling victories. As a disappointing 2019 season concludes, let’s look back on some of the better games and moments the ’10s had to offer.
To kick off the next decade as we enter 2020, here are my top 20 Bears games from the 2010s.
20. 2019, Week 14, Cowboys at Bears
Bears 31 – Cowboys 24: Easily the best game of an otherwise disappointing season, the Bears offense came alive in primetime against the Cowboys, with quarterback Mitchell Trubisky accounting for all four touchdowns with his arm and legs in arguably his best game as a Bear. On defense, despite not creating a turnover, the unit frustrated the Cowboys offense all evening with QB pressures and excellent play from their secondary. The matchup was a pseudo-playoff game, with the Bears keeping their hopes alive for one more week in a complete-team win.
19. 2018, Week 8, Bears at Bills
Bears 41 – Bills 9: While the Buffalo Bills weren’t a powerhouse in 2018, the Bears defense still made their offense look completely inept in a blowout. Forcing four turnovers, including three interceptions from quarterback Nathan Peterman, the Bears scored twice on defense thanks to outside linebacker Leonard Floyd’s pick six and safety Eddie Jackson’s fumble recovery, and limited the Bills’ offense to just 264 yards. The reason this game isn’t higher on the list is due to the Bears offensive performance, as they gained just 190 yards.
18. 2011, Week 1, Falcons at Bears
Bears 30 – Falcons 12: No, this wasn’t the Bears-Falcons matchup that saw the debut of quarterback Mike Glennon, this was the first game following the Bears heartbreaking loss to the Packers in the NFC Championship game. Led by quarterback Jay Cutler, who threw for over 300 yards and two touchdowns, the Bears won convincingly against the reigning NFC South champions and held the Falcon offense to just six points. This game also featured an impressive performance from Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher, who had an interception and a fumble recovery for a score. The defense had a total of three takeaways and started the 2011 season with a bang.
