The Chicago Bears hit the practice field for the first time since picking up a massive 25-24 win over the Washington Commanders in Week 6, as the focus shifts to the New Orleans Saints. Unfortunately, the Windy City might have a bit of a concern going into that matchup.
Chicago shared their second injury report of Week 7, where there were two new additions to the report. Linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga was added as his 21-day practice window opened up after being on IR with a knee injury. The other injury? Running back D'Andre Swift was limited in practice with a groin injury.
Player Name, Position | Injury | Practice Status |
|---|---|---|
Grady Jarrett, DT | Knee | DNP |
Cairo Santos, K | Right Thigh | DNP |
Noah Sewell, LB | Concussion | DNP |
DJ Moore, WR | Hip/Groin | Limited |
Amen Ogbongbemiga, LB | Knee | Limited |
D'Andre Swift, RB | Groin | Limited |
Austin Booker, DE | Knee | Full |
Travis Homer, RB | Calf | Full |
Jonah Jackson, OL | Ankle | Full |
How much of a concern is it that Swift was added on the report?
Swift has become a more important piece to the offense after exploding for a season-high 108 rushing yards and added 67 receiving yards with a score in the win against Washington. He finally was able to get some open running lanes and had the best game of the season.
It doesn't seem he's in much danger of not playing in the Saints game since he is still practicing, but this is an injury to monitor. Swift might be effected by what he does with his movements and might not get a many reps.
The great news of the injury report is that Jonah Jackson is back and entirely practicing with the ankle injury. That's a good sign that he might be back in the picture to play and continue the momentum of the offensive line.
There are three players with significant concerns about their statuses for the New Orleans game. Grady Jarrett, Cairo Santos, and Noah Sewell are still not practicing after two days. Jarrett is the one who is needed more, as Jake Moody can be a hero again in place of Santos, and Ogbongbemiga's potential return could help with Sewell's recovery.
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While Swift is now the focus, the injury report is starting to look a little bit better. Friday's injury report will give fans the clearest picture of who will play and who won't.