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Bears Enter MNF With Defensive Uncertainty as Vikings Rule Out Harrison Smith

Chicago plans expanded snaps for Ruben Hyppolite II and Noah Sewell with T.J. Edwards doubtful.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 22: A Chicago Bears helmet is seen during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
May 31, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6) catches the ball during organized team activities at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Nov 27, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6) reacts after an interception off Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Chicago added starting slot corner Kyler Gordon to the injury report with a hamstring issue and listed him as questionable for the Vikings game.
  • Top corner Jaylon Johnson remains questionable after limited practices for calf and groin injuries, further straining a secondary already missing Terell Smith (IR) and Zah Frazier, with Josh Blackwell also questionable.
  • Linebacker T.J. Edwards is doubtful after not practicing all week, and head coach Ben Johnson said rookie Ruben Hyppolite II and Noah Sewell are set for larger defensive roles.
  • Rookie running back Kyle Monangai was a full participant and was cleared to play, while Roschon Johnson is questionable with a foot injury after returning to limited work.
  • The Vikings downgraded safety Harrison Smith to out and he will not travel, while left tackle Christian Darrisaw is questionable; reporting indicates Theo Jackson and Jay Ward could see more safety snaps.