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Bears Counter Rome Odunze’s Dad With ‘Selfless’ Video as WR Says He’s Happy With Role

Chicago points to Odunze’s downfield blocking to frame his impact beyond targets.

Overview

  • James Odunze amplified calls on X for more targets or a trade after Rome had zero catches on three targets in a 47-42 win over the Bengals.
  • The Bears posted a “Selfless” mic’d-up clip highlighting Rome Odunze’s downfield blocking, including work against Cam Taylor-Britt and sideline praise for his effort.
  • Speaking Thursday, Odunze said he is happy, noted he spoke privately with his father about the posts, and emphasized that his father speaks only for himself.
  • Through nine games, Odunze leads Chicago in targets, receptions, receiving yards and touchdown catches, reinforcing his status as the team’s top receiver.
  • Cincinnati shadowed Odunze with its top cornerback, and Caleb Williams spread the ball to seven receivers, with Colston Loveland posting 6 catches for 118 yards and two touchdowns as the Bears rolled up 576 yards and 47 points.