Overview
- Rome Odunze logged limited participation at Thursday practice because of a calf issue that first surfaced last week and was earlier called day-to-day by coach Ben Johnson.
- The Bears confirmed Odunze’s limited work through team communications and multiple outlets report he still is expected to play in Week 1 pending the official injury designations.
- Offensive coordinator Press Taylor said the staff will follow medical guidance on Odunze’s availability rather than make an independent decision.
- Backup quarterback Tyson Bagent missed practice with a back problem leaving veteran Case Keenum as the emergency second-string option if Bagent cannot dress.
- Several other players received limited designations or veteran rest on Thursday, including safety Xavier Woods, left tackle Ozzy Trapilo, Joe Thuney, and Grady Jarrett, and the Friday injury report will shape game plans and short-term depth decisions.