Overview
- After a catchless, three-target outing in a 47-42 win over the Bengals, James Odunze reposted calls on X for the Bears to trade his son and to feed him more targets.
- Rome Odunze told reporters his father’s posts “don’t speak for me,” said he is happy in Chicago, and noted he discussed the matter privately with his dad.
- The Bears’ official account posted a two-minute “Selfless” mic’d-up video highlighting Odunze’s downfield blocking, while coaches praised his team-first approach.
- Through nine weeks, Odunze leads Chicago in targets (59), receiving yards (473) and touchdown catches (5) and is tied for the team lead with 31 receptions.
- After sitting out Wednesday with ankle and heel issues, Odunze was limited Thursday and is expected to be available against the Giants as the trade deadline passed without a move.