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DJ Moore DJ Moore Clear for divisional round
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 1:41 PM
Moore (knee) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's divisional-round game versus the Rams.
Analysis: Both Moore and fellow WR Rome Odunze (foot) followed an LP/LP/FP practice regimen this week, but only Odunze is entering the weekend as questionable to suit up. There's been no indication that Odunze is trending in the wrong direction to do so, and if he ends up being available, a similar breakdown of snaps between him (69 percent) and Moore (86 percent) from this past Saturday's wild-card win against the Packers is possible Sunday. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Status in question for Sunday
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 1:36 PM
Odunze (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's divisional-round game against the Rams.
Analysis: Odunze followed up a limited walkthrough Wednesday with a capped practice Thursday due to a lingering foot issue, but despite returning to a full session Friday, the Bears will wait to make a final decision on his availability for Round 2 of the playoffs. Meanwhile, fellow WR DJ Moore, who followed the same practice regimen this week due to a knee injury, doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest. Ultimately, Odunze's status will be clarified about 90 minutes before a 6:30 p.m. ET kickoff. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Limited practice listing Thursday
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 2:43 PM
Odunze (foot) was limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Both Odunze and DJ Moore (knee) have logged back-to-back limited practice listings, which gives the WR duo one more opportunity to upgrade to full participation before the Bears assign injury designations ahead of Sunday's divisional-round game against the Rams. Odunze returned from a five-game absence in this past Saturday's wild-card win over the Packers en route to recording a 69 percent snap share, and with no reported setbacks, it's plausible that his listed limitations are maintenance-related. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Logs another limited listing
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 2:37 PM
Moore (knee) was limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow WR Rome Odunze (foot) after both players also were listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report. The Bears' next report is destined to clarify whether either of the duo are able to upgrade to full participation Friday, as well as their official game statuses ahead of Sunday's divisional-round contest against the Rams. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Listed as limited Wednesday
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 4:48 PM
Moore (knee) was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report.
Analysis: Moore also was limited at last Tuesday's walkthrough before capping the week with a full practice Thursday and heading into the weekend with no designation. He proceeded to lead Bears wide receivers in snap share (86 percent) in this past Saturday's wild-card win versus the Packers en route to six catches (on seven targets) for 64 yards and one touchdown and one carry for minus-5 yards. Both Moore and fellow WR Rome Odunze (foot) were limited at Wednesday's walkthrough, so their statuses will continue to be monitored ahead of Sunday's divisional-round contest against the Rams. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Limited on practice estimate
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 4:40 PM
Odunze (foot) was limited at Wednesday's walkthrough.
Analysis: In his return from a five-game absence in this past Saturday's wild-card win against the Packers, Odunze started and played the second-most offensive snaps (54 of 78) among Bears wide receivers behind DJ Moore (knee), but the former managed just two catches (on six targets) for 44 yards. Both wide receivers were estimated as limited to begin preparation for Sunday's divisional-round game versus the Rams, with Odunze dealing with his lingering foot injury and Moore his nagging knee issue, so their statuses bear watching as the weekend approaches. |
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Luther Burden Luther Burden Targeted seven times in win
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 9:43 AM
Burden caught three of seven targets for 42 yards in the Bears' 31-27 wild-card win over the Packers on Saturday.
Analysis: After a three-week hot streak in which Burden averaged six receptions, 96 yards and 0.3 touchdowns, the receiver has 42 yards or fewer in his last two games. However, his seven targets tied for the second most Burden has had this season, and his role remains secure heading into next week's divisional-round matchup. |
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Kyle Monangai Kyle Monangai Moderate production in win
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 9:20 AM
Monangai rushed eight times for 27 yards while adding a 22-yard reception on three targets in the Bears' 31-27 wild-card win over the Packers on Saturday.
Analysis: Although Monangai has played 40 to 45 percent of the snaps in each of Chicago's last six games, he handled single-digit carries for the fourth straight contest. After being a solid fantasy producer in Weeks 9-13, the running back has 57 or fewer scrimmage yards with no touchdowns over the last six games. Monangai will likely continue to be the clear second option in the Bears' backfield during next week's divisional-round clash. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Scores key TD in playoff win
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 11:20 PM
Moore secured six of seven targets for 64 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for minus-5 yards in the Bears' 31-27 wild-card win over the Packers on Saturday.
Analysis: Moore paced the Bears' wideouts in receptions and receiving yards while tying Luther Burden for the lead in targets on the night. The veteran also made up for a drop earlier in Chicago's game-winning drive by hauling in a 25-yard scoring strike from Caleb Williams that would prove to be the game-winning touchdown. Moore should continue playing an integral role in next weekend's divisional-round clash against either the 49ers or Eagles. |
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Colston Loveland Colston Loveland Paces pass catchers in playoff win
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 11:16 PM
Loveland secured eight of 15 targets for 137 yards in the Bears' 31-27 wild-card win over the Packers on Saturday. He also caught a two-point conversion pass.
Analysis: Loveland comfortably paced the Bears in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night, and the latter pair of totals also qualified as new career highs. The standout rookie tight end's two-point conversion grab was also key, as it came following a Olamide Zaccheaus touchdown catch and brought the Bears to within a field goal with just over four minutes remaining. Loveland had wrapped up the regular season with a 10-catch, 91-yard, one-touchdown Week 18 effort versus the Lions, so he'll head into next weekend's divisional-round matchup against either the 49ers or Eagles with plenty of momentum. |
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Caleb Williams Caleb Williams Spearheads historic comeback
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 10:53 PM
Williams completed 24 of 48 passes for 361 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions while adding four rushes for 20 yards in the Bears' 31-27 wild-card win over the Packers on Saturday. He also threw a two-point conversion pass and committed a fumble recovered by Chicago.
Analysis: Williams started and finished strong, with the latter helping him and the Bears overcome some forgettable moments in between. The second-year signal-caller led a marathon 16-play drive that absorbed just under eight minutes of the first quarter and culminated in a field goal which opened the scoring, but Williams went on to throw an interception on his second possession that eventually led to a Packers touchdown. Chicago's other two first-half possessions ended on downs, and his second pick late in the third quarter short-circuited a surefire scoring opportunity since it came at the Packers' two-yard line. However, Williams would come to life late, leading a trio of touchdown drives and capping off the latter two with scoring tosses of eight and 25 yards to Olamide Zaccheaus and DJ Moore, respectively. Williams also connected with Colston Loveland for a two-point conversion after the first TD, and by night's end, he'd set the franchise's new single-game playoff passing yardage record. Williams and his teammates will now gear up for a divisional-round matchup next weekend against the winner of Sunday's 49ers-Eagles clash. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Ready for Saturday
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 1:42 PM
Moore (knee) doesn't have a designation for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Packers.
Analysis: Moore followed up Tuesday's limited walkthrough and Wednesday's capped practice with a full session Thursday, thereby clearing him to play through a knee issue. Fellow WR Rome Odunze (foot) appears poised for his first game action since Week 13 after avoiding a designation on Thursday's injury report. As such, the Bears will have all options in the receiving corps available in Round 1 of the playoffs. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Clear for wild-card round
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 1:34 PM
Odunze (foot) doesn't have a designation for Saturday's wild-card game against the Packers.
Analysis: Odunze previously was deemed active for a Week 15 matchup with the Browns, but a late setback with his lingering foot injury spurred the Bears to rule him out not long before kickoff. To cap the regular season, he ended up missing five consecutive contests due to what has been termed a stress fracture in his foot. With a full practice under his belt Thursday, Odunze is in the clear to suit up Saturday, but how many snaps he'll be able to handle remains to be seen. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Stays limited Wednesday
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 2:35 PM
Moore (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Moore ended the regular season with back-to-back one-catch efforts and now is dealing with a knee injury that capped his reps at Tuesday's walkthrough and new Wednesday's session. He may need to operate without restrictions Thursday in order to head into the weekend without a designation for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Packers. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Limited again Wednesday
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 2:30 PM
Odunze (foot) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.
Analysis: Odunze now has been limited on three consecutive injury reports going back to last week, meaning he now has only more chance to practice in full ahead of Saturday's wild-card game against the Packers. He's seeking his first game action since Week 13 and appears destined to enter the weekend with a designation if he isn't able to practice without restrictions Thursday. |
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Devin Duvernay Devin Duvernay No offensive involvement
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 11:21 AM
Duvernay was not targeted in the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Duvernay played all 17 games and finished the season with two receptions on five targets for 26 yards. He has totaled 17 catches over the past three seasons and operated almost exclusively as a return specialist, leaving minimal offensive fantasy value. He is set to hit free agency. |
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Travis Homer Travis Homer Not used on offense
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 11:19 AM
Homer did not record an offensive statistic in the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Homer finished the season appearing in 10 games and recorded one rushing attempt for minus-two yards, with no receptions. He totaled just seven offensive touches across three seasons with the Bears while contributing primarily on special teams, offering no fantasy relevance. He is set to hit free agency. |
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Durham Smythe Durham Smythe Not targeted in finale
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 11:18 AM
Smythe was not targeted in the Bears' 19-16 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Smythe finished the season playing all 17 games and caught four passes for 25 yards on six targets. He has totaled 13 receptions over the last two seasons while serving primarily as a blocking tight end, limiting his fantasy relevance to deep leagues. He is set to hit free agency. |
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DJ Moore DJ Moore Limited Tuesday with knee issue
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 5:01 PM
Moore was listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice due to a knee injury.
Analysis: The knee issue is a new concern for Moore, whose most recent appearance on a Bears injury report came back in Week 17, when he was battling an illness. After putting in a limited session Tuesday, Moore will have two more chances to potentially upgrade his practice activity and clear up any concern about his availability for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Packers. Moore suited up for all 17 of the Bears' games during the regular season, accounting for seven total touchdowns (six receiving, one rushing) while producing 682 yards on 50 catches and 79 yards on 15 rushing attempts. |
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Rome Odunze Rome Odunze Limited in walkthrough practice
Tue, Jan 6, 2026, 4:55 PM
Odunze (foot) was a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.
Analysis: Odunze missed the final five games of the regular season due to a stress fracture in his foot, an injury he first suffered in Week 13 and then aggravated while warming up in Week 15. The second-year wideout took a step forward by practicing in a limited fashion last Friday, and he continued to maintain that level of activity while the Bears kicked off prep this week in advance of Saturday's wild-card game versus the Packers. Odunze may need to upgrade to full participation by Thursday's practice to avoid taking an injury designation into the weekend, but quarterback Caleb Williams suggested to Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times earlier Tuesday that he's counting on the young receiver to suit up Saturday. |
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