Category: ‘Injuries’
Chicago Bears Vs Detroit Lions: Week 17 Injury Report and Preview
December 30th, 2012 at 10:26 AM
Chicago Bears
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
RB
Armando Allen
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
S
Chris Conte
HAMSTRING
OUT
LB
Blake Costanzo
CALF
OUT
RB
Matt Forte
ANKLE
PROBABLE
CB
Tim Jennings
SHOULDER
PROBABLE
DT
Henry Melton
CHEST
QUESTIONABLE
T
Jonathan Scott
HAMSTRING
PROBABLE
CB
Charles Tillman
RIBS, ELBOW
PROBABLE
LB
Brian Urlacher
HAMSTRING
DOUBTFUL
Detroit Lions
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
S
Don Carey
KNEE
PROBABLE
S
Louis Delmas
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
CB
Chris Houston
HAMSTRING, HIP
QUESTIONABLE
WR
Calvin Johnson
KNEE, ANKLE
PROBABLE
TE
Brandon Pettigrew
ANKLE
DOUBTFUL
RB
Kevin Smith
THUMB
PROBABLE
DE
Kyle Vanden Bosch
NOT INJURY RELATED
PROBABLE
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Prior to the start of the season, when people saw this game on the schedule for the final week, they likely thought it would...
Chicago Bears Vs Arizona Cardinals: Week 16 Injury Report and Preview
December 23rd, 2012 at 10:40 AM
Chicago Bears
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
WR
Earl Bennett
CONCUSSION
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Blake Costanzo
CALF
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Geno Hayes
KNEE
PROBABLE
CB
Tim Jennings
SHOULDER
QUESTIONABLE
WR
Brandon Marshall
HAMSTRING
PROBABLE
DE
Shea McClellin
KNEE
PROBABLE
DT
Henry Melton
CHEST
DOUBTFUL
T
Jonathan Scott
HAMSTRING
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Brian Urlacher
HAMSTRING
OUT
Arizona Cardinals
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
DE
Calais Campbell
CALF
PROBABLE
WR
Early Doucet
CONCUSSION
OUT
LB
Quentin Groves
FOOT
QUESTIONABLE
TE
Rob Housler
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
S
Rashad Johnson
HAMSTRING
QUESTIONABLE
TE
Mike Leach
BACK, SHOULDER
PROBABLE
T
Nate Potter
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
S
James Sanders
CALF
QUESTIONABLE
RB
Anthony Sherman
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
DE
Ronald Talley
ANKLE
QUESTIONABLE
CB
Greg Toler
HAMSTRING
PROBABLE
DT
Dan Williams
HAMSTRING
QUESTIONABLE
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If the Chicago Bears don't win this game, their playoff hopes are all but gone, and Lovie Smith might actually be fired on the...
Chicago Bears Lose Goal Line Threat with Michael Bush Placed on IR
December 19th, 2012 at 10:26 AM
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Although Michael Bush didn't want his sole purpose of joining the Chicago Bears to be the goal line back when he signed a four-year deal this offseason, he has been pigeon-holed to that role, and was quite effective.
More often than not, Bush has found the end zone in goal-to-goal situations,...
Chicago Bears Vs Green Bay Packers: Week 15 Injury Report and Preview
December 16th, 2012 at 10:22 AM
Chicago Bears
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
WR
Earl Bennett
CONCUSSION
OUT
LB
Lance Briggs
KNEE, HIP
PROBABLE
RB
Michael Bush
RIBS
QUESTIONABLE
QB
Jay Cutler
NECK, KNEE
PROBABLE
TE
Kellen Davis
KNEE
PROBABLE
LB
Geno Hayes
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
CB
Tim Jennings
SHOULDER
OUT
DE
Shea McClellin
KNEE
DOUBTFUL
DT
Henry Melton
CHEST
DOUBTFUL
DT
Stephen Paea
FOOT
PROBABLE
T
Jonathan Scott
SHOULDER
PROBABLE
G
Chris Spencer
KNEE
PROBABLE
CB
Charles Tillman
SHOULDER
PROBABLE
DT
Matt Toeaina
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Brian Urlacher
HAMSTRING
OUT
Green Bay Packers
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
WR
Donald Driver
THUMB
QUESTIONABLE
CB
Davon House
ILLNESS
PROBABLE
G
T.J. Lang
ANKLE
PROBABLE
LB
Terrell Manning
SHOULDER
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Clay Matthews
HAMSTRING
PROBABLE
S
Jerron McMillian
BACK
PROBABLE
DE
Mike Neal
SHOULDER
PROBABLE
WR
Jordy Nelson
HAMSTRING
OUT
T
Marshall Newhouse
WRIST
PROBABLE
G
Josh Sitton
HIP
QUESTIONABLE
RB
James Starks
KNEE
OUT
DE
C.J. Wilson
KNEE
OUT
S
Charles Woodson
COLLARBONE
OUT
DL
Johnny Jolly
Suspension
OUT
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You know how you know it's Week 15? Look at the lists.
Both teams have...
BREAKING: Robbie Gould Placed on Injured Reserve; Chicago Bears Sign Olindo Mare
December 11th, 2012 at 1:10 PM
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The Chicago Bears have placed kicker Robbie Gould on season-ending IR with a calf injury and took little time to sign a replacement.
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They have brought in veteran Olindo Mare to take over for Gould, who injured his calf prior to the start of Sundays' game.
Mare last played in 2011 with...
Jay Cutler Expects to Play Sunday Vs. Green Bay Packers
December 11th, 2012 at 8:55 AM
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Jay Cutler took a vicious hit from Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen in Sunday's 21-14 loss, leaving everyone worried the quarterback suffered yet another concussion.
He's had a history of them throughout his career, even going back to his Vanderbilt days, but Cutler was lucky to avoid one on this...
Chicago Bears to Workout Kickers After Robbie Gould Injury
December 11th, 2012 at 6:51 AM
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The Chicago Bears are to welcome placekickers to Halas Hall today in the event that Robbie Gould's left calf muscle injury sidelines the reliable kicker for any amount of time.
It is still unsure how Gould strained his calf muscle, but it is known it occurred during the pregame warmups Sunday....
Adrian Peterson Runs All Over Chicago Bears in 21-14 Minnesota Vikings Win
December 10th, 2012 at 10:14 AM
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Adrian Peterson continues to amaze week in and week out.
When the Minnesota Vikings have the ball, teams could put 11 guys in the box and he's still run wild. Everyone knows he's getting the ball, and he's still able to accumulate big, timely plays for his team.
It started on the...
Chicago Bears Vs Minnesota Vikings: Week 14 Injury Report and Preview
December 9th, 2012 at 11:16 AM
Chicago Bears
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
WR
Earl Bennett
CONCUSSION
OUT
T
Gabe Carimi
HAMSTRING
PROBABLE
WR
Alshon Jeffery
KNEE
PROBABLE
CB
Tim Jennings
SHOULDER
OUT
DT
Stephen Paea
FOOT
QUESTIONABLE
G
Chris Spencer
KNEE
QUESTIONABLE
LB
Brian Urlacher
HAMSTRING
OUT
Minnesota Vikings
Pos
Player
Injury
NFL Status
P
Chris Kluwe
LEFT KNEE
PROBABLE
T
Phil Loadholt
KNEE
PROBABLE
C
John Sullivan
RIBS, KNEE
PROBABLE
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As the season has worn on, the Chicago Bears have become weaker across the board. All of a sudden, the leader on the defense, Brian Urlacher, may be done for the year. Tim Jennings,...
Chicago Bears’ Earl Bennett Status Uncertain for Sunday
December 6th, 2012 at 11:08 AM
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Earl Bennett left the Chicago Bears' loss to the Seattle Seahawks last week in the first half after suffering a concussion.
We here at Bears 101 already alluded to the fact that the Bears wouldn't bring in additional help at the position, but the team will be undermanned at the wide...
Chicago Bears Have Weak Plan B to Brian Urlacher
December 6th, 2012 at 7:06 AM
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Despite the injury Brian Urlacher suffered at the end of last season, as well as his age, it's rather surprising that the Chicago Bears never acquired an adequate backup to their middle linebacker for situations like this.
Doctors said Urlacher would miss about 2-4 weeks with a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
Hamstrings...
BREAKING: Brian Urlacher to Miss at Least 3 Weeks with Hamstring Injury
December 4th, 2012 at 2:39 PM
Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher is expected to miss the next three games with what sources are calling a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
The eight-time Pro-Bowler suffered the injury on the second-to-last play of Sunday's overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
It's an injury that has the potential to sideline Urlacher for...
Lovie Smith Says Chicago Bears Won’t Sign Free Agent Receiver
December 4th, 2012 at 12:46 PM
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The Chicago Bears can't stay healthy at the wide receiver position. Brandon Marshall has remained healthy and on the field *knock on wood* but options two through four have each missed at least one game.
Despite multiple receivers going down for various reasons, Bears head coach Lovie Smith insists that the...
Chicago Bears Vs. Seattle Seahawks: Week 13 Injury Report
December 2nd, 2012 at 11:29 AM
Chicago Bears
Name Pos Injury Status
Kellen Davis
TE
Ankle
Probable
Matt Forte
RB
Ankle
Probable
Devin Hester
WR
Concussion
Out
Stephen Paea
DT
Shoulder
Probable
Brian Urlacher
LB
--
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Edwin Williams
G
Shoulder
Probable
Charles Tillman
CB
Ankle
Probable
Alshon Jeffery
WR
Knee
Doubtful
Lance Briggs
LB
Ankle
Probable
Chris Spencer
G
Knee
Out
Seattle Seahawks
Name
Position
Injury
Game Status
Marcus Trufant
CB
Hamstring
Doubtful
Sidney Rice
WR
Calf
Questionable
Red Bryant
DE
Foot
Questionable
Marshawn Lynch
RB
Back
Probable
Greg Scruggs
DE
Oblique
Probable
LeRoy Hill
LB
Ankle
Questionable
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Last week against the Minnesota Vikings was a rough one for the Chicago Bears. They won the game, but saw many players go down due to injury. Luckily...
Matt Forte, Charles Tillman and Lance Briggs All Expect to Play Sunday
December 1st, 2012 at 1:24 PM
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A plethora of Chicago Bears were unable to finish Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, but following a week of rest and practice, many believe they'll be able to give it a go.
Matt Forte, Charles Tillman and Lance Briggs all left Sunday with apparent ankle injuries, and all believe they...
Jared Allen Fined $21,000 for Hit on Chicago Bears’ Lance Louis
November 29th, 2012 at 8:30 AM
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Jared Allen's hit on Lance Louis will cost Louis the rest of the 2012-13 season as the guard tore his ACL on the play. The same hit will cost Allen $21,000.
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Allen hit Louis while blocking after an Antoine Winfield interception. Louis didn't see Allen coming, and his left leg was...
Charles Tillman Could Be Most Costly Injury for Chicago Bears
November 28th, 2012 at 10:04 AM
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Charles Tillman left Sunday's win against the Minnesota Vikings with what was thought to be an ankle injury.
Prior to the injury, Tillamn recovered an Adrian Peterson fumble, recorded two tackles, and broke up what would've been a first down pass to Jerome Simpson. He was on his way to a...
Eric Weems to Receive Larger Role Due to Devin Hester Concussion
November 28th, 2012 at 9:16 AM
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This offseason, the Chicago Bears brought in wide receiver/return specialist Eric Weems via free agency from the Atlanta Falcons. The question heading into the season was simply: why?
It was originally thought that Devin Hester was being removed from return duties and the team would focus more on him becoming the...
Chicago Bears Lose Lance Louis for Season; Sign Former All-Pro Andre Gurode
November 28th, 2012 at 7:41 AM
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Jared Allen's "cheap shot" on Chicago Bears' Lance Louis has ended the right guard's 2012-13 season.
Louis was diagnosed with a torn ACL on the play that occurred at the beginning of the third quarter during the Bears' 28-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Antoine Winfield intercepted a pass thrown by...