Overview
- Head coach Ben Johnson confirmed Edwards had surgery to repair a hand fracture and is expected to play with a cast when he returns.
- The lingering hamstring injury that sidelined him earlier this season resurfaced and is the primary reason he will miss Sunday’s game against the Giants.
- Chicago does not currently anticipate placing Edwards on injured reserve, preserving the option for a quicker return than the four-game IR minimum.
- With Edwards out, Noah Sewell is expected to start at middle linebacker, and the Bears added depth by activating Amen Ogbongbemiga from injured reserve.
- The Bears also ruled out cornerback Josh Blackwell and defensive end Dominique Robinson, while the Giants listed six players out and Chicago listed running back D’Andre Swift as questionable.