Bears Weigh Activating Jaylon Johnson, Kyler Gordon for Eagles Game After Full Practices
The decision hinges on a Thursday roster move under NFL injured-reserve rules.
Overview
- Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon were full participants in practice on Tuesday and Wednesday, positioning them to return this week.
- Both cornerbacks remain on injured reserve and must be added to the 53-man roster by Thursday to be eligible to play Friday against Philadelphia.
- Head coach Ben Johnson said the team has a plan for their returns but declined to confirm whether either will be activated.
- C.J. Gardner-Johnson suggested Johnson will be active this week, a comment that has not been confirmed by the team.
- The Bears added defensive lineman Gervon Dexter to the injury report as limited with a hand issue, while several others, including T.J. Edwards and Tyrique Stevenson, did not practice.