Overview
- He returned to limited practice Friday as part of his progression from core muscle surgery.
- Chicago opened his 21-day practice window and must activate him or end his season before the week of the Dec. 7 game at Green Bay.
- The Bears could move him to the 53-man roster before he is ready to play and list him inactive on game days.
- Linebacker T.J. Edwards is also out this week, while nickel corner Kyler Gordon becomes eligible to return next week at Pittsburgh.
- Johnson has appeared in one game this season after early groin and subsequent injuries, and he is a two-time Pro Bowler on a defense allowing 27.4 points per game.