Overview
- The Bears said Santos practiced in full Friday and had no game designation, giving the team confidence he will handle kicking duties Monday against the Eagles.
- If Santos is suddenly unable to play the Bears must add a placekicker by 3 p.m. Monday, with Jake Moody the familiar and ready fallback option.
- Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson recovered faster than expected and was upgraded to full participation, making him available for the upcoming game.
- Chicago ruled out starter Caleb Williams for Monday and listed Tyson Bagent as questionable amid conflicting public updates about his concussion clearance.
- Linebacker Noah Sewell and defensive lineman Shemar Turner remain out until Week 5 and left tackle Ozzy Trapilo will not return this week, while special‑teams coordinator Richard Hightower has raised kickoff‑holder concerns with NFL officials.