🚨Chicago Bears Fans Get HUGE TJ Edwards Injury Update + More Bears News

🚨Chicago Bears Fans Get HUGE TJ Edwards Injury Update + More Bears News

[Music] Coming up on Chicago Bears now, Ben Johnson praises his quarterback Caleb Williams after a quote yesterday kind of got misconstrued by the public. Also, could the Bears sign a recently released linebacker given their injuries at the position? and Micah Parsons. He is going to be a focal point for the Bears offensive game plan in terms of how to slow him down. We got a lot to dive into there. But before we do any of that, we got a bit of an update on TJ Edwards. The Bears veteran linebacker has not played in the last four games as he’s been dealing with uh a broken bone in his hand and a hamstring injury. He reportedly was back on the practice field today. Sounds like in a limited capacity. Now, the Bears first injury report will not drop until tomorrow. And I think they’re not doing a full practice tomorrow coming off the weird week playing on Friday. They did a full practice today. I don’t think they’re doing a one tomorrow, then a full one Thursday. So, tomorrow’s will be estimations, but likely based on what took place today. If he could come back and play in this game uh at Lambeau Field, that would be a huge lift uh for this defense because I think Demarco Jackson, Amanoga have done a respectable job. But as these games continue uh to to get tougher, you want your best players out there. And I thought TJ was playing really well before he got banged up about a month ago. So this would be huge. Hopefully he can play. I think he’s trending toward doing just that on this Sunday. But we will continue to monitor that as the week goes. All right, guys. We are licking licking literally knocking on the doorstep licking uh of 143,000 subscribers. uh help us get there. We’re five away. Who’s it going to be? By the time you’re watching this, it might have surpassed you by. So, try to be number 143,000. We’re bringing you guys free and Daily Bears content. And don’t forget, we are battling the Packers Report and new subscribers this week. So, if you want to win that competition as well, subscribe today. Okay. Ben Johnson praising Caleb Williams uh as he held another press conference today again with them practicing today and uh not practicing tomorrow. He spoke to the media uh again today and uh he kind of wanted not he didn’t go out of his way to clarify a comment but based on a question that was asked today after his uh comments on Caleb Williams in the passing game yesterday. He wanted to clear that up. So let’s revisit what he said yesterday when he was asked about Caleb’s uh completion percentage which is sub 60 right now. He said it’s an area we have certainly talked about. We have to be fundamentally correct. the primary receiver when he’s open. We’ve got to make sure we hit him. And then all of our pass catchers, we just uh harped on it today. We need to be more disciplined in our route detail. It’s not where it needs to be. Our depth’s not proper all the time. Our steps isn’t. These talk about the receivers here. Everybody has a role to play to get this pass game cleaned up. It’s not where it needs to be. We’re winning in spite of our pass game, not because of it. And none of us are pleased with that. I think all totally fair, this wasn’t a put all the blame on Caleb, all on the receivers. It’s like, hey, it’s a collective effort. The details uh aren’t fully locked in right now. Uh we’re going to really make that a focal point this week and moving forward to get some of those things cleaned up. Well, he was kind of asked uh a followup today. And here’s what he had to say about his quarterback. He said, “When I made that comment yesterday, it’s easily construed as I’m not happy with the quarterback.” That’s not the case whatsoever. He continues to get better each and every week, and I couldn’t be more pleased with how he played last week. And I know what the stats say. Throw those out the window. He’s doing a really good job managing the ball game. That’s step number one for the quarterback. We’re going to continue to see him ascend whether the stats tell the story or not. And remember something else he talked about yesterday is his full command of the operation, getting out of the huddle in a timely manner, making the checks of the line of scrimmage. Something I’ve talked about his eyes, his reads. He’s he’s throwing to the right spot way more often than not. The decision-m’s been good, too, but he just hasn’t always made the throws. And to Ben’s point, maybe some of those are on the receivers. Some are certainly on the quarterback. I think multiple things can be true at once. We can certainly want and expect more from Caleb Williams. I I think he is missing some throws. There’s probably certain ones that are on the receivers. There was a couple last week. Luther Burton sat on a route, should have ran through it, kind of stumbled to the ground. Uh DJ Moore fell to the ground on what was going to be a chunk play before the half. So, um you know, it’s not always on the quarterback. It’s never always on one guy. uh when you kind of have multiple plays here. Uh but we can that could be true while also understanding he is growing, he is commanding this offense. The control of the offense and the command of it now compared to week one, it’s night and day. I mean, they couldn’t even get the plays off for what felt like half the time in that week one loss to Minnesota, which directly contributed to that loss because they just stalled themselves out for the second and third quarters of that game. So, um I’m still very pleased with what where Caleb Williams is at. Yes, we want the accuracy to be better. 58.1% is not the goal, uh clearly. Um but I always thought the lofty goal of 70% was unrealistic. And also something Caleb’s doing a better job of this year. Instead of taking unnecessary sacks, just throw the ball away. And they’re clearly emphasizing that like if it’s not there, you know, if if there’s nowhere to scramble, throw the ball away. we would rather take a zero yard play than an eight-yard loss. Uh that’s why his completion percentage was 62 and a half percent last year because he took a million sacks. So I’m not wavering on Caleb Williams. Um the next step is being more consistent with the footwork and delivering the football. And I think the operation is much better. He’s gotten much better playing under center. Uh Ben’s happy with where he’s at. So if you want to sell your stock, have at it. I uh I will gladly buy those shares from you. It is Packers week, which means FGB’s in the comments all day long. I want to see you comet FGB. I want to see you comment FGB. Bring them in the comment section right now. Okay. Sign Kaiser White. Uh, is that on the table for the Bears? The Titans wave, the veteran linebacker earlier today. Only played in one game this season. He’s dealt with a hamstring issue off and on. And uh with them being at 1 and 11, they decided to cut bait and he’ll have a chance to latch on with a contending team. Uh Jordan Schulz did report that he is healthy after uh suffering a hamstring injury earlier this season. So uh we’ll see uh if and where he lands. Um good year last year in Arizona. He was productive. 137 tackles, nine TFLs, two and a half sacks, three PBUs, interception. Kind of littered up the stat sheet. He’s not great in coverage overall. Um, now with the TJ Edwards news we shared with you guys earlier today. Probably not going to be a guy uh the Bears target, but he could be someone to keep on the radar if he clears waiverss and does not sign with the team. So, wanted to mention that. We’ll have a little bit more on Kaiser White plus Micah Parsons here in just a little bit, but first do want to tell you guys about today’s sponsor. That is Prize Picks. Daily Fantasy Made Easy with Prize Picks. 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Uh Ben Johnson did say today that they have been pleased uh with Aean Agbog Bamiga and DeMarco Jackson. I think you couple those comments with TJ Edwards trending toward being back soon. I would doubt Kaiser White is someone that they would put a waiver claim in for, but if he clears waiverss, maybe put him on your practice squad. Uh, you never know. Okay, all eyes on Micah Parsons. Ben Johnson when he opened his presser today. Uh, Micah was the first player he mentioned when assessing the Packers defense. And, uh, for good reason. He’s had a really, really good year and he’s a guy that can take over a ball game as a defensive player. Uh here’s what he had to say. He said, “This defense might be the best defense we’ve faced all year. Personnel-wise, they have multiple guys you have to be aware of. Starting with Micah.” And yeah, for the fifth straight year, he has 12 or more sacks. Listen, you know, the Packers gave up two first round picks. They paid him $47 million per year. That was obviously a big commitment. He’s lived up to it, man. He’s been one of, if not the best pass rusher outside of Miles Garrett in the NFL this year. He’s got 12 and a half sacks. He’s got almost a 20% pass rush win rate, which for a guy who plays as many snaps as him is really, really good. Uh, he’s a game wrecker. And I think it’s pretty clear that the key matchups are going to be Azie Trapillo and Darnell Wright versus these two edge rushers, Micah Parsons and Rashawn Garry, who’s very good in his own right as well. If I’m Green Bay, I’m lining up Micah on Aussie a lot and and I’m testing that matchup and I’m forcing Ben Johnson and company uh to use, you know, extra tight ends to chip over there and really have to focus in on Micah, which would give a lot of other guys one-on-one opportunities. Uh which I would trust the Bears to win those one-on-ones a lot. But if Azie Trapillo stuck one-on-one on Micah Parsons more than, you know, a handful of plays, that’s going to be a challenge. I would imagine Ben Johnson is going to do everything he can to limit those plays where uh Azie or even Darnell Wright is stuck one-on-one with Micah who’s just been unbelievable this year. So, uh we’ll see kind of the chess match take place uh between Ben Johnson and Jeff Hafley in that matchup. Speaking of Halfley, he’s got this group playing really well. I mean, they’re top eight in uh the top four categories there. Points per game, total yards, pass yards, rush yards. Uh they don’t take the ball away a ton. just 11 takeaways. You know, the Bears and the Packers defensively have kind of been the o opposite this year, right? Packers force a lot of three and outs. They get um you know, off the field pretty quickly. The Bears will give up yards, they’ll give up points, but they will take the ball away as well. Uh the Bears obviously lead the NFL in takeaways. So, uh kind of two polar opposite uh defenses in terms of the results uh so far this year, but um I agree with Ben. This is the toughest uh defense the Bears have played this year. And that’s what makes this Packers team dangerous is, you know, they’re always good offensively for the most part, but defensively this year, their defense has been better than their offense. So, uh that is going to be a stiff test uh for Caleb Williams this running game, Ben Johnson, you know, game planning, dialing it up on Sunday. So, uh I can’t wait to see it play out because the coaching uh in this game is really impressive. Two good offensive play cars, two uh good defensive play cars. So, uh, going to be a lot of fun to see it break down. All right, predict the score. Bears, Packers. My early week prediction was 26-24. We’ll see how the week progresses, the injury reports, those type of things, how it all shakes out. But, uh, I think it’s going to be a good one at Lambeau Field. And by the way, Vegas now Bears seven-point dogs. It’s like, man, they just, uh, they do not they are not on the Bears bandwagon. They’re not believing just yet. But, uh, you know, go win another big game. They’ll, uh, they’ll believe real quick. All right, that’s going to do it for this edition of Chicago Bears. Now, jam-packed show. TJ Edwards, we’re wishing the best. Hopefully, we get him back very, very soon as he’s missed the last month, but did return to practice today. Uh, we will have those injury reports and updates covered for you guys right here. So, hit that subscribe button and as always, bear down. [Music]

Today’s Chicago Bears News: Bears’ LB TJ Edwards returned to practice today as he’s missed the past 4 games with a hand and hamstring injury. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup. Will Edwards play on Sunday against the Packers? The first Bears injury report of the week will drop tomorrow. Bears head coach Ben Johnson praises Caleb Williams on his growth so far this season. How should Bears fans feel about the former #1 overall pick? Plus, the Tennessee Titans cut LB Kyzir White ahead of Week 14. Could the Bears look to sign White given all of their injuries at linebacker? Chat Sports host Harrison Graham gives his takes and talks Micah Parsons and the Packers defense on this episode of Bears Now.

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Bears head coach Ben Johnson on Caleb Williams today:
“When I made that comment yesterday it’s easily construed as I’m not happy with the quarterback. That’s not the case whatsoever. He continues to get better each and every week and I couldn’t be more pleased with how he played last week. And I know what the stats say. Throw those out the window. He’s doing a really good job managing the ballgame. That’s step No. 1 for the quarterback.”

Kyzir White’s 2024 stats (17 GP with Cardinals):
– Tackles: 137
– Tackles for loss: 9
– Sacks: 2.5
– Passes defended: 3
– Interceptions: 1

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Caleb Williams’ 2025 stats (12 GP):
– COMP %: 58.1
– PASS YDS: 2,722
– TD/INT: 17/5
– RUSH YDS: 306
– RUSH TD: 3

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