Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields Doubtful For Upcoming Chargers Game Due to Thumb Injury

Backup QB Tyson Bagent anticipated to start his second game after impressive performance against the Raiders; Fields' recovery continues to progress but not yet at full capacity.

Chicago Bears' Quarterback Justin Fields' thumb injury may lead to him missing the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Charges, marking his second consecutive missed game.
Fields sustained the injury during week 6's game against Minnesota Vikings, and his recovery is ongoing but he is not ready to return to play yet.
Backup QB Tyson Bagent, an undrafted rookie, replaced Fields in the last game against the Oakland Raiders and is expected to start against the Chargers, after leading three touchdown drives in his first ever NFL start.
Fields' injury has not led to surgery or placement on injured reserve, with his swelling decreasing and grip strength improving.
Before the injury, Fields was having his best season yet with 1,201 yards and 11 touchdowns, however, he has had a history of Rib, shoulder, and hip injuries throughout his NFL career.