Chicago Bears Transactions

Tuesday, January 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that wide receiver Darnell Mooney (ankle) will be back on the field in the spring based on how his rehab has gone so far. Mooney suffered a broken left ankle in Week 12 and was forced to undergo season-ending surgery. The 25-year-old was quarterback Justin Fields' No. 1 target in the passing game before he was hurt, and the third-year wideout finished with 40 receptions for 493 yards and two touchdowns on 61 targets in his 12 starts. Mooney is probably best suited to be a team's No. 2 pass-catcher, and the Bears will surely look to upgrade a receiving corps that also includes Chase Claypool after they acquired him at the trade deadline from the Pittsburgh Steelers. With an ascending and talented Fields under center, Mooney could easily bounce back with better health in 2023.

Thursday, January 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Dante Pettis (head) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. He was forced out of last Sunday's loss against the Lions with blurred vision and was evaluated for a concussion. The 27-year-old cleared protocols and avoided a concussion. Pettis failed to catch his lone target before exiting in Week 17. After logging a full practice Wednesday, he is trending in the right direction towards suiting up for Week 18 versus the Vikings. Bears quarterback Justin Fields (hip) was ruled out for Week 18, and Nathan Peterman will draw the start against Minnesota. Pettis has caught two passes per game once in the last seven weeks and remains off the fantasy radar, especially with Peterman under center for Week 18.

Wednesday, January 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (hip) won't play in Week 18 against the Minnesota Vikings. The second-year quarterback has dealt with nagging injuries all season. Last week he suffered a strained hip against the Detroit Lions. While Fields finished the game, he clearly wasn't at 100%. With the Bears having nothing to play for in Week 18, it's no surprise that the star quarterback won't be on the field. Fantasy players with a championship matchup in Week 18 will need to find a replacement option for the second-year player on the waiver wire. However, Nathan Peterman is not an ideal replacement.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Nathan Peterman will start in Week 18 against the Minnesota Vikings. Superstar quarterback Justin Fields (hip) won't play after battling injuries all season. Last week he suffered a strained hip against the Detroit Lions. Peterman will be the third starting quarterback for the Bears this season after Trevor Siemian started in the Week 12 matchup against the New York Jets for an injured Fields. Despite the appealing matchup against a poor Minnesota defense, Peterman isn't worth starting in single-quarterback leagues this week. Furthermore, running back David Montgomery is the only Chicago player that belongs in fantasy lineups for Week 18.

Sunday, January 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) is expected to suit up in Sunday's NFC North showdown with the Lions. He hasn't played since Week 13. However, considering how unproductive Claypool has been in his five games with the Bears, amassing 12 catches for 111 yards, he's not recommended for any fantasy lineup, even with the favorable matchup on tap.
		Chicago Bears wide receivers Chase Claypool (knee) and Dante Pettis (ankle) are both officially active on New Year's Day to face the Detroit Lions in Week 17. Claypool will be on the field for the first time since Week 13, and it remains to be seen if he'll see his normal workload on offense. During the team's bye in Week 13, the Bears coaching staff admitted that Claypool was still learning the offense after a midseason trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his five games with the team, he has only 12 receptions on 22 targets for 111 yards and no touchdowns. The Bears want Claypool to become a big part of the passing attack, but that may not happen until 2023. Trusting any Chicago receivers with a fantasy championship on the line is a fool's errand, even against a suspect Lions defense.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Dante Pettis (head) didn't return to Sunday's trouncing by the Lions. The veteran entered this one with an injury designation because of an ankle issue. However, he was forced to exit for a concussion evaluation. Although everything checked out, Pettis was taken to the hospital as a precaution. He would finish without catching his only target. With the Bears season unofficially over, it's possible Pettis won't be back on the field for the rest of the 2022-23 campaign.

Friday, December 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) is officially questionable to face the Detroit Lions in Week 17. Claypool hasn't played since Week 13 with the injury, so he could be in line to miss another game on Sunday. Even if Claypool does suit up against the putrid Lions' defense, he remains off the fantasy radar in traditional leagues. Since being traded to Chicago, he has totaled just 111 yards and zero touchdowns in five games. In ultra-deep leagues, he could be an interesting dart throw, but he has virtually no floor tied to a league-bottom passing attack.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) has been cleared from the league's concussion protocol and will play in Week 17 against the Detroit Lions after being removed from Friday's final injury report. St. Brown missed the Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills but return for this weekend's divisional clash as the Bears look to snap an eight-game losing streak. With both Chase Claypool (knee) and Dante Pettis (ankle) listed as questionable, the 26-year-old could have a big role in the passing attack in his first game back. However, fantasy managers have been unable to rely on any Chicago pass-catcher this year for consistent production, so you should look elsewhere in fantasy championship matchups this weekend. St. Brown hasn't scored since the season opener and has only 18 receptions for 300 yards on 34 targets in 14 games.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Dante Pettis (ankle) is listed as questionable to play on Sunday in Week 17 against the division-rival Detroit Lions. Pettis injured his ankle early in the week but was able to return to practice on Friday, giving him a chance to suit up this weekend. With Chase Claypool (knee) also questionable to return from his knee injury, the Bears offense could be severely thin at the position yet again, although they will be getting Equanimeous St. Brown back from a concussion. Even if Pettis is able to play on Sunday, fantasy managers can't realistically consider him for their starting lineups with championships on the line, as he has only 17 receptions (34 targets) for 226 yards and three touchdowns in 15 games in 2022.

Thursday, December 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receivers Chase Claypool (knee) and Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) both missed practice on Wednesday. Claypool hasn't played since Week 13 (the team had a bye in Week 14), but he doesn't look to be closer to returning in Week 17 against the Detroit Lions. The 24-year-old has been off the fantasy radar in most leagues in his five games with Chicago, as he has just 12 catches on 22 targets for 111 yards and no touchdowns. St. Brown picked up a concussion in Week 15 and miss last week's loss to the Buffalo Bills. He's no lock to clear the concussion protocol before this Sunday. With Dante Pettis (ankle) also nursing an injury, the Bears receiving corps could be down to Byron Pringle, rookie Velus Jones Jr. and N'Keal Harry against the Lions.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Dante Pettis (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday. With fellow wideouts Chase Claypool (knee) and Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) out in the Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Pettis caught two of his five targets for 11 yards and his third touchdown of the season. Claypool and St. Brown failed to practice on Wednesday and could miss another game, which would give Pettis another shot at an elevated role in a great matchup against the Detroit Lions this weekend. Still, even in that scenario, it's hard to rely on Pettis, let alone any other Chicago pass-catcher to close out the 2022 season. Pettis has only two games with over 18 yards receiving this year, and both of them came in the first six contests.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) is back on the field and was able to get through a limited practice session on Thursday. This is good news after Claypool has missed each of the last two games due to a knee issue. The 24-year-old has been dealing with a lingering knee injury. However, he was able to practice on Thursday, which means he's heading in the right direction. The Bears don't have many reliable options at wideout, so Claypool should see significant involvement. Despite that, he's not anything more than a deep league flex option for Week 17 against the Detroit Lions.

Tuesday, December 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears will not shut down quarterback Justin Fields (foot, shoulder) for the final two games of the regular season against the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, according to head coach Matt Eberflus. Fields hurt his previously injured non-throwing shoulder and had his foot stepped on in the Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, and he said after the game that he couldn't bear full weight on his injured foot but expected to be "good to go." Doctors previously told Fields his left shoulder would be a "nagging injury all year." The Bears were eliminated from the playoffs in Week 13 and are riding an eight-game losing streak, but Fields will be available to fantasy managers the rest of the way. "He's good to go," Eberflus said. "He's healthy, he's ready to go for this week."

Saturday, December 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Buffalo Bills. He will miss his second consecutive game due to a knee issue. The 24-year-old has caught 12 passes for 111 yards since being acquired by the Bears mid-season. Claypool's next chance to return will be in Week 17 against the Detroit Lions. Byron Pringle, Dante Pettis, N'Keal Harry, and Velus Jones will be quarterback Justin Fields' top targets against the Bills.

Thursday, December 22

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) missed a second straight day of practice on Thursday and is listed as doubtful for Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. Meanwhile, N'Keal Harry (back) was removed from the final injury report after practicing in full all week. Claypool missed the Week 15 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles coming off the bye week and is set to miss his second straight game this weekend. With Equanimeous St. Brown also being ruled out, the Bears will be extremely thin at wideout against a strong defense, which is bad news for quarterback Justin Fields. Bryon Pringle, Dante Pettis, rookie Velus Jones Jr. and Harry will all be fighting for more opportunities on Saturday, but they are all extremely hard to trust in fantasy.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) wasn't able to practice all week and has officially been ruled out to play in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Christmas Eve on Saturday. Chase Claypool (knee) is also listed as doubtful, so Chicago will be down to Byron Pringle, Dante Pettis, rookie Velus Jones Jr. and N'Keal Harry as their wideouts this weekend. Tight end Cole Kmet could have a big game, but the Bears offense will most likely struggle to move the ball consistently against a strong Bills defense. As long as game script allows it, expect the Bears to lean on their running game as much as possible against Buffalo. St. Brown suffered a concussion in last week's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and was unable to clear the league's protocols.
		Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (hip) will be activated from Injured Reserve ahead of the Week 16 game against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, according to head coach Matt Eberflus. Herbert has been trending toward making his return all week after returning to practice on Tuesday. The 24-year-old hasn't played since getting hurt in Week 10, but he's been looking very good and was one of the most efficient and productive RBs in the league before his injury. Lead back David Montgomery has been on a nice role in recent weeks without Herbert out there. Montgomery should continue to be Chicago's lead back, but Herbert will begin to steal valuable touches away from him this weekend against the Bills. In his first game back, we wouldn't recommend Herbert as an RB3/flex in starting fantasy lineups.

Wednesday, December 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the team's estimated practice report for Tuesday's walkthrough. Meanwhile, Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) took a DNP and N'Keal Harry (back) returned to a full practice. Harry and Claypool were inactive in the Week 15 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and St. Brown suffered a concussion during the game, but it looks like Claypool and Harry have a shot at playing this Saturday against the Buffalo Bills. Claypool is the only real interesting one for fantasy purposes, and that might even be a stretch in 2022. The 24-year-old has a combined 44 catches on 72 targets for 422 yards and one touchdown in 13 games. In his five games for the Bears, he's hauled in 12 of 22 targets for 111 yards and no scores. It's hard to recommend any Chicago receiver as a viable starting fantasy option.

Tuesday, December 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears designated running back Khalil Herbert (hip) to return from Injured Reserve on Tuesday, opening his 21-day window to be officially activated from Injured Reserve. Herbert will return to practice on Tuesday and is fully expected to be activated to the active roster in time to play in Saturday's Week 16 game against the Buffalo Bills. The 24-year-old second-year back was one of the more productive rushers in the league before getting injured in Week 10, as he had 108 carries for 643 yards (6.0 yards per carry) and four touchdowns. Herbert also had six catches for 62 yards and another TD. His return will be a big upgrade for Chicago's offense, but he'll likely be eased back into the fold behind David Montgomery, who has scored on the ground in each of the last two contests.
		The Chicago Bears will place rookie linebacker Jack Sanborn (ankle) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, which will end his 2022 season. Sanborn became a full-time starter in his first NFL season in Week 9 for the Bears after they traded All-Pro Roquan Smith away, and Sanborn will finish the year with a very respectable 64 tackles (50 solo), five tackles for loss, three QB hits, two sacks and a fumble recovery in 14 games (six starts). The Bears will need someone to step up in Sanborn's absence over the final three regular season games. The 22-year-old Sanborn's solid rookie season will likely earn him a substantial role heading into his second NFL season in 2023.

Monday, December 19

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (hip) is expected to return to practice this week and be activated from Injured Reserve in order to play in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. "He is cleared, ready to go," head coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. "Like we said last week, he's got all his jumps, his speed. He's been cutting, he's been moving. He looks great. We're excited about his return." Herbert has been out since getting injured on Nov. 13. The 24-year-old ranked 11th in the league in rushing with 643 yards and four touchdowns on 108 carries at the time of his injury. Herbert will likely be eased back into the Bears backfield behind David Montgomery, who has 26 carries for 114 yards and two touchdowns in the last two games while also adding another score on seven receptions and 44 additional yards.

Sunday, December 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver N'Keal Harry (back) has been ruled out for Week 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. With Chase Claypool (knee) also ruled out on Friday, the Bears will be thin in the receiving corps and are already missing top wideout Darnell Mooney (ankle). Harry has been a first-round bust so far in his NFL career, with the first three years coming in New England. He's only played in four games for the Bears in 2022, catching five of his six targets for 93 yards and one touchdown. Without Claypool and Harry in the fold this weekend, Equanimeous St. Brown should be the team's leading target in the passing game. Dante Pettis and rookie Velus Jones Jr. will have expanded roles as well and could surprise fantasy managers in a game in which the Bears should have to throw the ball more than they'd like to.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (head) is questionable to return in Week 15 as the team evaluates him for a concussion. He caught one pass for 20 yards before exiting. The Bears already have the thinnest receiver corps in the NFL, so losing St. Brown is far from ideal. Dante Pettis and Byron Pringle should see more volume in his absence.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (head) is being evaluated for a concussion and won't return in Week 15. He caught one pass for 20 yards before exiting. The Bears already have the thinnest receiver corps in the NFL, so losing St. Brown is far from ideal. Dante Pettis and Byron Pringle should see more volume in his absence.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (right leg) exited in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles and was taken to the locker room for further evaluation. He amassed 98 passing yards, one passing touchdown, and 95 rushing yards but was also sacked six times before departing the contest. It remains to be seen whether he'll return. In the interim, Nathan Peterman has taken over at quarterback.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (right leg) has returned to the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He was initially taken to the locker room but quickly came back to the sidelines and subsequently re-entered the contest. The mobile signal-caller will look to mount a late comeback in Week 15.

Friday, December 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) missed his second straight practice of the week on Thursday. Claypool is now in danger of missing the Week 15 game against the Philadelphia Eagles after coming off the team's bye in Week 14. He'll need to put in some practice time on Friday to avoid being ruled out entirely. The 24-year-old saw six targets before the bye and is expected to become a much bigger part of the offense to close out the season, but he'll need to be healthy for that to happen. On top of it, head coach Matt Eberflus has acknowledged that Claypool still hasn't mastered the playbook. He'll be a risky WR4/flex this Sunday if he's active. If he's out, Equanimeous St. Brown would likely operate as the top pass-catcher, with Dante Pettis, rookie Velus Jones Jr. and N'Keal Harry also seeing bigger roles.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) will not play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 15. In his absence, Equanimeous St. Brown, Dante Pettis, Byron Pringle, and Velus Jones are all candidates to see extra targets, but none should be viewed as legitimate streaming options against the fierce Eagles' secondary, who has allowed the seventh-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. The Bears have arguably the group of wideouts in the NFL, and Justin Fields has not proven to be a prolific passer yet. Garbage time points could be in play here, but the matchup is too worrisome to consider any Bears' wideout in traditional 10 or 12-team leagues.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields missed Wednesday's practice with an illness but practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and carries no injury designation into Week 15. Fields faces the Philadelphia Eagles, who are the toughest defense against fantasy quarterbacks to date. However, the Eagles have only faced one high-end rushing quarterback -- Kyler Murray, who totaled 292 yards against them. Fields will likely struggle to get to 200 yards passing, but his floor and ceiling are high thanks to his 100-plus yard rushing upside. There's also a chance this game gets out of hand early and Fields plays against the Eagles' backups for a significant period of time, so it's hard to bench him in any matchup moving forward.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (illness) practiced in full on Friday and was removed from Friday's final injury report. He will play in Week 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. Montgomery and quarterback Justin Fields were sick earlier this week, but they're both fine now and will be active this weekend. The 25-year-old Montgomery could have to contend with Khalil Herbert in the backfield in Week 16 if he returns from Injured Reserve, so this could be his last game with the backfield all to himself. Montgomery scored his second rushing touchdown in the last three games last week, but fantasy managers may want to temper expectations in Week 15 in a game in which the Bears could be forced to abandon the run quickly. Montgomery will be more of a low-end RB2.

Thursday, December 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) was not on the practice field on Wednesday. It's a bit strange to see coming off the team's bye in Week 14. Claypool was briefly listed on the Week 13 injury report before playing against the Green Bay Packers and catching five of his six targets for only 28 yards. Head coach Matt Eberflus admitted that Claypool is still learning the offense after being acquired from the Pittsburgh Steelers at the trade deadline in November. In his first five games with the Bears, Claypool has only 12 receptions on 22 targets for 111 yards and no touchdowns. Chicago will continue making a concerted effort to involve him in the offense more, especially without Darnell Mooney (ankle), but until that happens, the 24-year-old will be a shaky fantasy flex option.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (illness) was unavailable for Thursday's practice. It sounds like the 25-year-old was dealing with a non-COVID related illness. He missed practice here, but the expectation is that he'll suit up for the Week 15 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Bears are going to need run the ball to have success in this game, so hopefully Montgomery is good to go. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update on Montgomery.

Wednesday, December 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (illness) won't practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Matt Eberflus. The second-year quarterback is considered day-to-day. Eberflus added that he expects Fields will be able to play Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Assuming the star quarterback gets well and can return to practice later this week, Fields should be good to go. However, the matchup this week is a difficult one for Fields. The Eagles have held quarterbacks to only 11.9 fantasy points per game this season, the fewest in the NFL. Furthermore, they have surrendered only 21 rushing yards per game to quarterbacks. Fields is a risky start for fantasy players in the first round of their fantasy playoffs.

Tuesday, December 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears expect running back Khalil Herbert (hip) to return in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Christmas Day. He'll be eligible to come off Injured Reserve following this weekend's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. "He's getting ready to go," head coach Matt Eberflus said. "He's been hitting his max speeds. His jumps look good, and the power in his legs look great. So, we're excited about that." Herbert has 108 carries for 643 yards and four touchdowns in 10 games in 2022 while working in tandem with David Montgomery. The Bears could definitely ease Herbert back into backfield reps after a long layoff, so he'll be a pretty risky RB3/flex option if he returns in Week 16 in a tough matchup against Buffalo's D.

Sunday, December 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears defensive back Jaquan Brisker (concussion) is officially inactive for Week 13 against the Green Bay Packers. The rookie accrued 73 tackles, three sacks, one fumble recovery, and one interception over his first 11 games but will now be inactive for the second consecutive week. Elijah Hicks and Adrian Colbert should see more snaps in his absence.

Saturday, December 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and was removed from the final Week 13 injury report. He will play on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. Claypool has mostly been off the fantasy radar in his first four games with the Bears, although he did play 67 percent of the offensive snaps -- his most since joining the team -- and had 51 receiving yards on two catches in last week's loss to the New York Jets. And with Darnell Mooney (ankle) out for the season, Claypool's role in the offense should only continue to grow down the stretch. He's worth rostering in most single-year fantasy leagues, but he's nothing more than a WR4/flex with more upside this week with quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) returning after a one-game absence.

Friday, December 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is off the team's final injury report and will play against the Green Bay Packers in Week 13. In Fields' first matchup with Green Bay in Week 2, he posted just 90 total yards and one touchdown, but his upside has climbed to overall QB1 status, so he's a must-start when active. Fields has 834 rushing yards and 20 total touchdowns on the year as an elite dual-threat fantasy quarterback. He missed just one game due to the injury, so his fantasy managers should trust him and play him with confidence.
		Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus told reporters on Friday that quarterback Trevor Siemian (oblique) will have season-ending surgery to fix the oblique injury that he suffered during pre-game warmups last week. Siemian played in the Week 12 loss to the New York Jets with the injury, but he'll now miss the rest of the season. The good news for the Bears is that starter Justin Fields (shoulder) will return under center this Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. With Siemian out the rest of the way, either Nathan Peterman or the recently signed Tim Boyle will serve as Fields' emergency backup for the rest of the 2022 campaign. Siemian went 14-for-25 for 179 yards with a touchdown and an interception in last week's loss.

Thursday, December 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) was a limited practice participant on Wednesday, while Dante Pettis (illness) was given a DNP. Claypool should be good to go for the Week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers, but he has just seven catches on 16 targets for 83 scoreless yards in four games since being acquired in a trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both Claypool and Pettis should see more opportunities the rest of the season with Darnell Mooney (ankle) out for the year, but there still won't be a ton of fantasy upside here, especially if quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) misses a second straight game this weekend. Pettis could be the primary beneficiary of Mooney's injury, but he has only 13 receptions (23 targets) for 188 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games in 2022.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is expected to be limited in practice again on Thursday, while Trevor Siemian (oblique) is expected to miss yet another practice, according to offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. It's the same designations the two QBs had on Wednesday, so nothing has changed. Fields is trending towards being a game-time decision in Week 13 against the Green Bay Packers after sitting out last week's loss to the New York Jets. Out of playoff contention, the Bears won't risk endangering their franchise signal-caller if he's not ready. It sounds like Siemian won't be ready to play, so if Fields doesn't get the green light, the Bears offense will be led by either Nathan Peterman or recently signed Tim Boyle on Sunday. If Fields plays, he'll be a must-start QB1 in fantasy.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) was able to get in a full practice session on Thursday. The 23-year-old appears to be trending in the right direction for the Week 13 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Last week, Fields sat out, which resulted in Trevor Siemian (oblique) drawing the start. The Bears will likely be forced to start Nathan Peterman against the Packers if Fields is unable to play. Fields will be a must-start QB1, assuming he plays on Sunday. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update after Friday's practice session.

Wednesday, November 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears signed quarterback Tim Boyle off of the Detroit Lions practice squad on Wednesday. Justin Fields (shoulder) and Trevor Siemian (oblique) are both dealing with injuries, so the Bears need some more insurance at the position heading into Week 13 against the division-rival Green Bay Packers. In a worst-case scenario in which neither Fields nor Siemian are available to play this weekend, either Nathan Peterman or Boyle would be thrust into a starting role against Green Bay this Sunday for the Bears. In that case, the Packers defensive unit would be a must-start in fantasy. Boyle played in five games (three starts) for the Lions in 2021 and threw for 526 yards, three touchdowns and six interceptions on 94 pass attempts.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday, while Trevor Siemian (oblique) did not practice. Head coach Matt Eberflus said both quarterbacks are "day-to-day." As insurance, the Bears signed quarterback Tim Boyle off the Detroit Lions' practice squad. Boyle has experience with offensive coordinator Luke Getsy from their time with the Green Bay Packers. Fields missed the Week 12 loss to the New York Jets and is questionable to play against the Packers this Sunday, but a limited practice early in the week is a good sign. Still, with Chicago out of playoff contention, the Bears aren't going to rush Fields back onto the field until he's fully healthy. The 23-year-old dual-threat signal-caller had become a must-start QB1 before his injury. If he misses another game and Siemian can't go either, it will be either Nathan Peterman or Boyle getting the starting nod.

Tuesday, November 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears standout safety Eddie Jackson (foot) suffered what appears to be a serious Lisfranc injury in the Week 12 loss to the New York Jets on Sunday, according to sources. Jackson is still receiving opinions on his foot, but he's considered out indefinitely and will be out in Week 13 against the Green Bay Packers. It's a tough loss for the Bears defense, as Jackson is one of the better safeties in the league. The 28-year-old two-time Pro Bowler has 80 tackles (59 solo), four interceptions, six passes defensed and two forced fumbles in 12 starts for Chicago this year. With his timetable unknown, he's a candidate to go on Injured Reserve, which would require him to miss at least four games. There's a good chance we won't see Jackson again this season. Elijah Hicks will see more playing time in the Bears secondary with Jackson sidelined.
		With Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson (foot) out with a foot injury, the team is signing veteran free-agent safety Adrian Colbert on Tuesday, according to his agents. Jackson is believed to be dealing with a Lisfranc injury, so there's a good chance he won't play again in 2022, which is a serious blow to Chicago's defense. Colbert signed with the Tennessee Titans in August but hasn't played in an NFL game this year. In six games (three starts) with the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets in 2021, Colbert had 16 tackles (10 solo). The 29-year-old will give the Bears some veteran depth to help make up for the loss of Jackson, who is one of the best safeties in the league.
		The Chicago Bears placed wide receiver Darnell Mooney (ankle) and safety Eddie Jackson (foot) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, effectively ending their seasons. Mooney injured his ankle in the Week 12 loss to the New York Jets, and he'll need season-ending surgery. He was a disappointment for his fantasy managers in 2022 a year after going for 81 catches, 1,055 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games. He finishes this season with 40 receptions for 493 yards and two scores in 12 games. Chase Claypool, Equanimeous St. Brown, Dane Pettis and rookie Velus Jones Jr. will take on bigger roles in the passing attack with Mooney's season over. Jackson suffered a Lisfranc foot injury in Week 12 and will also miss the rest of the year. It's a serious blow to Chicago's secondary moving forward.

Monday, November 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney (ankle) was injured during the Week 12 loss to the Jets. While the team was optimistic, there is fear that the 25-year-old could require season-ending surgery. After being unproductive for most of the entire 2022-23 campaign, he showed signs of life by accruing two touchdowns in the last three weeks heading into Sunday's matchup. However, even if Mooney can return, Justin Fields' (shoulder) current ailment may keep him off the field as well, which wouldn't do the wideout any favors. Nonetheless, he will undergo further testing on Monday, but it's not looking good. As a result, Chase Claypool, Byron Pringle, and Dante Pettis may battle for targets from whoever is under center for the rest of the year.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney (ankle) will miss the rest of the season and is likely headed to Injured Reserve. Mooney suffered a serious ankle injury that will require surgery in the Week 12 loss to the New York Jets. "It's unfortunate," head coach Matt Eberflus said. The 25-year-old will finish his third year in the NFL with 40 receptions on 61 targets for 493 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games played. He was a bit of a disappointment for fantasy managers after finishing 2021 with career-highs in catches (81), targets (140) and receiving yards (1,055) while scoring four times in 17 games. With Mooney out the rest of the season, Chase Claypool, Equanimeous St. Brown, Dante Pettis and rookie Velus Jones Jr. will have more opportunities in the passing attack in Chicago.

Sunday, November 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is considered a "long shot" to play against the Jets. However, he will go through pregame warmups before a final decision is made. After a dreadful start to the 2022-23 campaign, Fields has emerged to become one of the best fantasy quarterbacks going. Unfortunately, with the Bears unlikely to make the playoffs, there's a chance the signal-caller won't be back this season to avoid further damage. In any event, Trevor Siemian is expected to be under center in Week 12. Yet, fantasy managers shouldn't expect much out of him versus a potent Jets defense.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) has been ruled out for the Week 12 matchup against the New York Jets. This shouldn't come as a surprise considering the Bears have been preparing for this all week long. The Bears aren't going to let Fields play through this shoulder injury and make it worse. Trevor Siemian will make the start under center in Week 12. He'll have Nathan Peterman as the emergency backup on Sunday. Fantasy managers should expect a run-heavy offense from the Bears on Sunday. The absence of Fields is not good news for the fantasy value of Darnell Mooney. Siemian is unlikely to have success against this tough defense, so he's not a recommended fantasy option.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Trevor Siemian (oblique) injured himself during pregame warmups but is still expected to start against the New York Jets on Sunday. With Justin Fields (shoulder) sidelined, Siemian will be tasked with leading the Bears in the rain. Nathan Peterman, who was promoted from the practice squad on Saturday, will serve as the Bears' backup while David Montgomery operates as the emergency third-string quarterback. The Jets' defense is a must-start in all leagues while Chicago's playmakers lack fantasy appeal.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Trevor Siemian (oblique) officially drew the start against the New York Jets in Week 12. The Bears initially announced that Nathan Peterman would start after Siemian injured himself pregame, but the latter took pain-killing medication and was healthy enough to play after all. This whole saga took place in the midst of Justin Fields (shoulder) being inactive.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney (leg) is doubtful to return against the New York Jets on Sunday. He exited the contest in the third quarter after going untargeted. The Bears aren't throwing the ball a whole lot with Trevor Siemian at quarterback, but when they do, Chase Claypool and Cole Kmet will see additional opportunities with Mooney sidelined.

Saturday, November 26

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Nathan Peterman has been promoted from the practice squad to the active roster on Saturday. This is an interesting development with Justin Fields (shoulder) questionable heading into this Week 12 matchup with the New York Jets. Fields has mentioned he plans to play, but things can always change. Trevor Siemian would draw the start under center, assuming Fields doesn't play. That means, Peterman would be the emergency backup in case something happens to Siemian. Fantasy managers probably won't know more about Fields until closer to game time on Sunday.

Friday, November 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is officially questionable for the Week 12 matchup with the New York Jets. Head coach Matt Eberflus said the team is hoping to take the decision to play Fields up until game time on Sunday. Fields is the overall QB4 on the season after a sluggish start and has been arguably the most explosive breakout player in all of fantasy football. That said, fantasy managers will surely be hurting if he's ruled out. The New York Jets have been a top-10 unit against fantasy quarterbacks this season, but Fields is very much in the must-start category with his rushing upside. The good news is no quarterbacks are on a bye week so it shouldn't be too difficult to find a streamer, but losing Fields' ceiling will be disappointing. If he's out, Trevor Siemian will start for Chicago. He'd only be viable in superflex or two-QB leagues.

Thursday, November 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Athletic's Jon Greenberg writes that it seems unlikely that the Chicago Bears would let quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) play with his injury, particularly given the context (the Bears are 3-8) and the style of Fields' play. "I just feel like if I can play and that I'm not furthering the risk of injury and I can do what I need to do to be able to protect myself, I think that'll be good enough for me to play," Fields said. The 23-year-old got in some practice work on Wednesday, but he's dealing with a separated left shoulder and partially torn ligaments, so it's a pretty serious injury, even if it's to his non-throwing shoulder. Fields says he feels pain every time he throws. Fantasy managers that have been riding the up-and-coming dual-threat QB need to have a backup plan at the QB position this week.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) was limited in practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Fields is dealing with a separated shoulder and partially torn ligaments in his left, non-throwing shoulder. It's good news that it's not his throwing arm, but the 23-year-old dual-threat signal-caller feels pain every time he throws and there is some concern that the Bears might play it safe and hold their franchise QB out as a precaution. Fields has become a must-start QB1 in fantasy in his second NFL season, but he'll be a bit more risky if he plays this Sunday against a tough New York Jets defense. If he's inactive on Sunday, backup Trevor Siemian would get the start and would merely be a desperation low-end QB2 in superflex formats.

Wednesday, November 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is day-to-day and his status going into the Week 12 game against the New York Jets on Sunday is undetermined. However, Fields has been cleared to practice on Wednesday, and the Bears aren't considering putting him on Injured Reserve after he suffered a left shoulder injury in Week 11 against the Atlanta Falcons. The 23-year-old will be listed as limited on Wednesday for their walk-through, but it's a good sign for his availability this weekend. If for some reason Fields isn't cleared to play, Trevor Siemian would get the start under center for the Bears. As things stand now, Fields is on the right side of questionable for Week 12, and he'll be a must-start QB1 if he's active, despite the tough matchup against the Jets defense.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) is dealing with a separated shoulder and a partially torn ligament. The second-year quarterback suffered the injury last week against the Atlanta Falcons but finished the game. While the injury sounds painful, Fields could play against the New York Jets this week. The former Ohio State quarterback has been a fantasy cheat code over the past six weeks, averaging 28.8 fantasy points per game. Furthermore, he has averaged 106.7 rushing yards per game during that span, totaling at least 60 yards in every contest. Trevor Siemian would get the start if Fields can't go on Sunday. However, fantasy players should not consider Siemian a suitable replacement for the young star quarterback.

Monday, November 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields suffered a shoulder dislocation during Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons, head coach Matt Eberflus told the media. The injury is painful and Fields will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis, though Eberflus would not rule out the possibility of the quarterback's season being over. He has looked fantastic as of late, ranking as the QB1 while accumulating 193.54 fantasy points from Weeks 5 to 11. If Fields does have to miss time, Trevor Siemian would take over as Chicago's quarterback.

Sunday, November 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons defensive back A.J. Terrell (hamstring) is active for the Week 11 matchup against the Chicago Bears. This is great news as the Falcons will get their top corner back after he missed each of the last three games. The 24-year-old has 29 tackles and five passes defended in seven games this season. His return is huge for this defense in what could possibly be a high-scoring matchup with the Bears. The Falcons defense is certainly not worth streaming, but getting Terrell back is a plus for this team.
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fielder (shoulder) was carted to the locker room for further evaluation and testing following Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The mobile quarterback certainly didn't look 100 percent in the second half. He was seen clutching his shoulder and wincing in pain throughout the contest. When all was said and done, Fields finished with 14 completions for 153 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. He also rushed a whopping 18 times for 85 yards and one touchdown on the ground. Between his four sacks and staggering number of rushes, Fields clearly put his body on the line during Sunday's game. Fantasy managers should be on the lookout for an injury update later Sunday evening.

Friday, November 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet was listed on the injury report this week with a thigh injury, but he's not on the final injury report of the week, so he's good to go against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 11. Kmet started the year slow, but after catching five touchdowns in his last three games, he's a TE1 on the season and is tough to bench. He has some of the highest upside among all tight ends, especially against the Falcons who have allowed the ninth-most fantasy points to tight ends through ten weeks.

Thursday, November 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (thigh) was absent from Wednesday's practice. The 23-year-old has been on a roll lately. Coinciding with the emergence of quarterback Justin Fields, Kmet has caught nine of his 13 targets for 115 yards and four touchdowns over the last two weeks combined. With this absence from Chicago's first practice of the week, there is the possibility that Fields is without his top option in Week 11. Nothing is set in stone yet, but this is a situation to monitor, as Kmet was a popular name on waivers this week.

Tuesday, November 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears placed running back Khalil Herbert (hip) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, meaning he'll miss at least the next four games. The Bears also waived defensive end Kingsley Jonathan and claimed defensive back Justin Layne off waivers. Herbert suffered a hip injury in the Week 10 loss to the Detroit Lions that will require him to sit out for the next four games. David Montgomery will continue on as Chicago's primary back, with rookie Trestan Ebner serving as his primary backup moving forward. Herbert had 10 carries for 57 yards before leaving on Sunday and has a healthy 643 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 108 carries while also adding six catches for 62 yards and another TD in 10 games for the Bears this year.

Sunday, November 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (hip) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 10 against the Detroit Lions. As the Bears try to mount a comeback, they'll be without their young No. 2 running back. He finishes the day with 10 rushes for 57 yards. Trestan Ebner will operate behind David Montgomery for the time being.

Saturday, November 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle (calf) has been activated off the injured reserve on Saturday. The 29-year-old last played in Week 3 and has been on the IR with a calf injury since then. The return of Pringle does give the Bears a slight boost on offense. However, the arrival of Chase Claypool will likely take away most of the value Pringle would've had in this offense. The Bears have a crowded wide receiver corps and don't pass the ball often to warrant rostering Pringle in any fantasy formats right now.

Tuesday, November 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears acquired wide receiver Chase Claypool from the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday, according to a source. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Steelers will receiver Chicago's original second-round pick in 2023. It's a hefty price to pay for Claypool, but the Bears were intent on giving developing second-year quarterback Justin Fields another weapon in the passing game. Claypool should immediately be a starter in Chicago alongside Darnell Mooney and Equanimeous St. Brown, and he'll be moving from the lowest-scoring offense in the league in Pittsburgh to a low-volume Bears passing attack that is averaging 19.4 points per game. In eight games with Pittsburgh this year, Claypool had 32 catches on 50 targets for 311 yards and a touchdown. His fantasy value shouldn't change all that much with the move, and it remains to be seen what kind of chemistry he'll have with Fields as he learns the offense.

Saturday, October 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears activated former Las Vegas Raiders first-round offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood from the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list on Friday, and he should make his season debut in Week 8 against the Dallas Cowboys. The 23-year-old won't start in his first game for the Bears, but they're hoping he can provide valuable depth for their offensive line moving forward. Leatherwood was taken with the 17th overall pick by the Raiders in 2021 out of Alabama, but he didn't work out for them in his 17 starts as a rookie.

Thursday, October 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle (calf) was designated to return from injured reserve on Wednesday. The Bears will have 21 days to activate Pringle to the main roster. He had been sidelined since Week 3 with a calf injury. The veteran didn't do much in the Bears' first three games, catching just two passes for 33 yards. Pringle would add depth to the Bears' wide receiver group and could challenge Equanimeous St. Brown for Chicago's WR2 spot. Fantasy managers in deep-league formats can stash Pringle for now, but he should be left on the waiver wire in most league formats.

Friday, October 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (shoulder) indicated that he re-aggravated an injury to his left non-throwing shoulder. "I'm hurting. Hurting pretty good," Fields said. "Got a long weekend, so I'll have some extra time to heal up." The 23-year-old specified it was a pre-existing injury to his left shoulder. He will have some extra time to recover as the Bears' next game is not until October 24th against the New England Patriots. The former first-round pick completed 14-of-27 passes for 190 yards, one touchdown, one interception, and 88 rushing yards in Thursday's loss to the Commanders. Fields is considered day-to-day for now.

Tuesday, October 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears activated wide receiver N'Keal Harry (ankle) off Injured Reserve on Monday. Harry initially injured his ankle in a practice on Aug. 6 and was put on IR on Sept. 1. He returned to practice last Wednesday and is now ready to make his season and team debut, potentially this Thursday night against the Washington Commanders. The 24-year-old was a first-round bust with the New England Patriots, catching 57 of his 103 targets for 598 yards and four touchdowns in his three seasons with the team. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect much better in Chicago's lackluster offense while working behind Darnell Mooney and Equanimeous St. Brown. Harry should remain planted on waiver wires in most fantasy leagues.

Sunday, October 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) is trending toward playing on Sunday. Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports that the team is "optimistic" he'll suit up versus the Minnesota Vikings. Even if Montgomery, who is listed as questionable, does play, there is a chance that he sees a reduced workload. Between his lingering injury and the recent success of Khalil Herbert, don't be surprised if the Bears alternate between using both backs. On one hand, their roles are uncertain, but at the same time, Chicago has one of the best rushing attacks in the NFL. Both Montgomery and Herbert are fringe top-24 options in fantasy football this week.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (knee, ankle) is officially active against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 5. The 25-year-old exited early in Week 3 and missed all of last Sunday's contest. His return adds reinforcement to an already strong Bears rushing attack. Fantasy managers should expect the Bears to utilize some sort of split backfield with both Montgomery and Khalil Herbert this Sunday. Both backs project as low-end RB2 options.

Friday, October 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle) is officially listed as questionable to play in the Week 5 contest against the Minnesota Vikings. Montgomery got in limited practice sessions each of the last two days, so he certainly has a chance to play this weekend after missing the Week 4 loss to the New York Giants. Khalil Herbert has looked good the last two weeks with Montgomery hurting, though, so even if Montgomery is active, he could be looking at fewer snaps for fantasy managers. In his three games this season, Montgomery has 35 carries for 159 yards (career-high 4.5 yards per carry), adding five receptions for an additional 38 yards. He should be looked at as a very shaky flex play if he's active against Minnesota.

Thursday, October 06

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle) was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice. He missed practice last week and was eventually ruled out for Week 4 against the New York Giants. The 25-year-old will have two more chances to practice determining his status for Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings. Montgomery remains day-to-day. Khalil Herbert will be the lead Bear's lead back if Montgomery is ruled out. Herbert rushed 19 times for 77 yards and caught his only target for 24 yards in last Sunday's 20-12 loss to the Giants.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle) was limited during Thursday's practice, which is actually a good sign. This was the first time that Montgomery has been able to practice all week. The fact he was limited gives him a chance of suiting up for the Week 5 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Montgomery injured his ankle in Week 3 and this was his first practice since then. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday to see if he can get through another practice without any issues.

Wednesday, October 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver N'Keal Harry (ankle) has been designated to return from injured reserve. The former first-round pick was traded from the New England Patriots to Chicago in July but suffered the ankle injury in early August at practice. By designating Harry to return from injured reserve, the Bears have opened a three-week practice window. Chicago must place the wide receiver on the active roster by the end of that three-week window, or he won't be eligible to play this season. Given the current state of the Chicago passing attack, Harry has no fantasy value once he returns to the field.

Sunday, October 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (personal) has been downgraded to out ahead of Week 4 against the New York Giants. In his place, the team signed Michael Badgley, who will handle kicking duties on Sunday. Given the poor state of the Bears' offense, Badgley should be left on waivers in all fantasy football leagues.
		Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (personal) won't suit up for the Week 4 matchup against the New York Giants. He missed back-to-back practices this week due to a personal issue. Michael Badgley was added to the practice squad, so he's expected to be the active kicker on Sunday. The Bears offense hasn't been very impressive, so Badgley isn't worth a look in most fantasy formats. There should be better kickers available in Week 4.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) is expected to make his NFL debut against the New York Giants in Week 4. The third-round rookie has missed the first three weeks due to a lingering hamstring issue. Luckily, it sounds like he's ready to go here, which is a boost for the Bears offense. Although, the Bears have thrown the ball only 45 times through the first three games. Jones appears to be more of a deep league stash or dynasty hold right now. It's unlikely he has much fantasy value right out of the gate.
		Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) is officially active for Week 4 against the New York Giants. He will make his NFL debut after missing the first three games of the season. While the Bears are thin at the wide receiver position, they don't throw the football much. As a result, Jones should be left on waivers in redraft leagues.

Saturday, October 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (personal) did not participate in the team's practice on Thursday or Friday and is officially listed as questionable for a Week 4 matchup against the New York Giants. The Bears elevated Michael Badgley to their active roster as Santos did not travel with the team to New York. Although Santos had a solid outing in Week 3, the Bears offense cannot be relied upon on a weekly basis to move the ball and score. Neither Santos nor Badgley should be considered viable fantasy options this week.
		Fifth-year kicker Michael Badgley was signed by the Chicago Bears on Saturday after working out for the team on Friday. He was quickly elevated to the active roster with starting kicker Cairo Santos (personal) questionable to suit up in Week 4. Badgley began 2021 with the Tennessee Titans but was later added by the Indianapolis Colts, for whom he started 12 games and converted on 18 of 21 field goal attempts. Santos and Badgley can both be left on waiver wires as Chicago's offense has not been effective enough to warrant fantasy consideration for either.

Thursday, September 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) was unable to suit up for Thursday's practice. The organization is calling Montgomery day-to-day, but he's missed back-to-back practices. There seems to be a good chance of Khalil Herbert getting the start in Week 4. He rushed for 157 yards and two scores on 20 carries last week. Herbert would be in the RB2 discussion, assuming he starts against the New York Giants in Week 4.

Wednesday, September 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) did not practice with the team on Wednesday after sustaining an injury early in Week 3. Head coach Matt Eberflus referred to Montgomery's status as "day-to-day", and his availability for Week 4 seems to be highly questionable. Khalil Herbert went off for 157 rushing yards and two touchdowns in Montgomery's absence last week and would likely see a large workload if he is sidelined on Sunday. The Bears have an enticing matchup against the New York Giants, so fantasy managers should pay close attention to practice reports throughout the week as either back would project as a solid RB2.

Tuesday, September 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears placed wide receiver Byron Pringle (calf) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday and signed linebacker Joe Thomas off their practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move. Pringle suffered the injury in the Week 3 win over the Houston Texans, and he'll now have to miss at least the next four games. Through his first three games with the Bears, the 28-year-old caught just two of his three targets for 33 yards and no touchdowns. Darnell Mooney and Equanimeous St. Brown have been the team's top two wideouts, and Dante Pettis should step into the No. 3 role with Pringle injured. Rookie Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) has yet to make his NFL debut in 2022 due to a hamstring injury.

Sunday, September 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 3 matchup against the Houston Texans. The 25-year-old missed practice time this week, but is still expected to suit up. Through two games this season, Smith has recorded 12 tackles and o.5 sacks. The All-Pro linebacker is a key piece to this defense. His absence would be a significant hit, so fantasy managers who are rostering the Bears defense should check back to make sure Smith is going to play.
		Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (quad) and wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) are inactive for Week 3 against the Houston Texans. Johnson, who was listed as questionable, has amassed four tackles and one forced fumble through two games this season. He is an integral part of the Bears' secondary, so his absence bodes quite well for the Houston passing game this week. Meanwhile, Jones will miss his third consecutive game. He had been listed as doubtful and has yet to make his NFL debut.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle (undisclosed) exited Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. He was seen walking to the locker room with trainers. The 28-year-old tallied one catch for 11 yards before exiting. Darnell Mooney, Equanimeous St. Brown, and Cole Kmet should continue to lead the Bears' passing game while Pringle is sidelined.
		Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) is doubtful to return in Week 3 against the Houston Texans. He exited after tallying 11 rushing yards. Montgomery was taken from the medical tent to the locker room and is now unlikely to return to the contest. Khalil Herbert will operate as the Bears' lead back in Montgomery's absence.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (leg) was taken to the locker room during the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. He exited after tallying 11 rushing yards. The injury looked concerning, and the fact that Montgomery was taken from the medical tent to the locker room is not a great sign. As long as Montgomery is sidelined, Khalil Herbert will handle lead-back duties for Chicago.
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle (calf) went to the locker room with trainers and has been declared doubtful to return in Week 3. The Bears are now expected to be without both Pringle and running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) for the remainder of the game. Khalil Herbert, Darnell Mooney, Equanimeous St. Brown, and Cole Kmet should continue to lead the offense in the meantime.
		Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (ankle, knee) is considered day-to-day, according to head coach Matt Eberflus. The 25-year-old had only three carries for 11 yards on Sunday against the Texans before doing down, opening the door for Khalil Herbert to receive 20 touches for 157 yards and two touchdowns. Fantasy managers should consider Montgomery as questionable moving toward the Week 4 matchup against the New York Giants. However, Montgomery was already fighting to remain ahead of Herbert on the depth chart, so he may cede work even if he's available.

Sunday, September 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) won't play during the Sunday night divisional meeting with the Packers. The rookie is nursing a hamstring injury that also caused him to miss the season-opener against the San Francisco 49ers. His next chance to suit up will be in Week 3 versus the Houston Texans. However, if Jones is available for that one, he may be limited, although the wideout likely isn't on many fantasy rosters at the moment. Nevertheless, it should be business as usual in Week 2, with Darnell Mooney, Cole Kmet, David Montgomery, and Equanimeous St. Brown expected to get plenty of attention from Justin Fields.

Friday, September 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Week 2. He did not practice for the second consecutive week. With Jones sidelined, look for Equanimeous St. Brown and Dante Pettis to fill depth roles behind Darnell Mooney. St. Brown and Pettis combined for two catches, 69 yards, and two touchdowns in Week 1, leaving their respective outlooks fairly unpredictable heading into Sunday's clash with the Packers.

Thursday, September 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears placed former first-round offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood (illness) on the Non-Football Injury list on Wednesday, putting him out for at least the next four weeks. Leatherwood is dealing with mononucleosis, but head coach Matt Eberflus said, "We feel great about where he is and him coming back." The 23-year-old was inactive in the Week 1 season-opening win over the San Francisco 49ers, and he won't make his NFL debut for at least another four weeks. Leatherwood started all 17 games at right tackle as a rookie in 2021 with the Las Vegas Raiders, but he wasn't very good and was cut by Las Vegas last month. The Bears will sign Michael Schofield to take Leatherwood's spot on the roster.

Sunday, September 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) is officially inactive for Week 1 versus the San Francisco 49ers. The rookie did not practice at all this week and, as a result, was listed as doubtful heading into the weekend. His absence should lead to a bump in target for Equanimeous St. Brown and Byron Pringle, but it's worth noting that heavy rain and wet field conditions in Chicago could prompt the Bears to focus on a more run-heavy approach.

Saturday, September 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) isn't expected to play on Sunday during the season opener against the visiting 49ers. The rookie hasn't practiced all week because of a hamstring issue, so his official debut may not happen until Week 2, although that's up in the air as well. Nevertheless, with the team also without N'Keal Harry (ankle), Byron Pringle and Equanimeous St. Brown could see a few additional looks from Justin Fields. However, Darnell Mooney and Cole Kmet remain the favorites to lead the way by a wide margin on the receiving end.

Thursday, September 08

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith was not listed on the team's Week 1 injury report on Wednesday. Smith has been dealing with undisclosed tightness and didn't play in the team's preseason finale as a result. However, he looks good to go for the regular season opener this Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. The 25-year-old had a career-high 163 tackles (95 solo), three sacks, 12 tackles for loss, four QB hits and an interception returned for a touchdown in 17 starts last year and should be one of the most attractive IDP linebackers on a weekly basis this year as long as he stays healthy.

Wednesday, September 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. (hamstring) did not take part in practice on Wednesday. Jones didn't play much in the preseason and most likely went undrafted in standard 12-team leagues this summer. The third-rounder's status for the Week 1 regular season opener on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers is now up in the air, but he won't be a recommended starter for fantasy managers, even if he does end up playing. The 25-year-old should only be stashed this year in dynasty/keeper and much deeper single-year leagues for the time being. Darnell Mooney, Equanimeous St. Brown and Bryon Pringle figure to be Chicago's starting wideouts in three-wide sets to begin the year.

Monday, September 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver Byron Pringle (quadriceps) took part in practice on Monday for the first time in a long time. It was the first time that Pringle had practiced with the team since he suffered his quad injury on Aug. 6. The fact that he's practicing already this week is a good sign that he'll be able to play in Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday, but we won't know for sure until the Bears release their official injury reports later this week. When fully healthy, the 28-year-old should open the year as the team's No. 2 receiver behind Darnell Mooney. Tight end Cole Kmet might end up being quarterback Justin Fields' No. 2 target in this passing attack, though, so Pringle won't be a viable flex option in 12-team leagues to begin the season.

Thursday, September 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears placed wide receiver N'Keal Harry (ankle) on Injured Reserve on Thursday. Harry will miss at least the first four weeks of the regular season, but the ankle injury he suffered in early August was expected to keep him out for around eight weeks. Harry was a first-round bust in his three seasons with the New England Patriots, catching 57 passes for 598 yards and four touchdowns on 103 targets in 33 games (18 starts). Moving to Chicago gave him a better chance at a substantial role in a weak receiver depth chart, but he'll need to get healthy again before he can prove himself. The Bears will open with Darnell Mooney as their unquestioned No. 1 pass-catcher, followed by Equanimeous St. Brown, Byron Pringle, rookie Velus Jones Jr. and Dante Pettis.
		The Chicago Bears claimed former New York Jets tight end Trevon Wesco off waivers on Wednesday. Wesco was the most popular player on waivers, as the Cleveland Browns, Indianapolis Colts, Cincinnati Bengals and Bears were all in on him. The Jets waived Wesco on roster cutdown day on Tuesday after he played in 12 games for them in 2021. He finished with just three catches on five targets for 35 yards and no touchdowns. In Chicago, Wesco will provide depth behind starter Cole Kmet and backup Ryan Griffin. The 26-year-old former fourth-rounder has caught six of his 10 targets for 87 yards and no scores in 40 games (12 starts) in his three NFL seasons.

Wednesday, August 31

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears claimed former Las Vegas Raiders offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood off waivers on Wednesday. The Raiders tried to trade Leatherwood this summer but found no takers, so they finally waived the former first-rounder on Tuesday. The 23-year-old quickly landed on his feet with the Bears, where he'll serve as offensive line depth behind right guard Teven Jenkins and right tackle Riley Reiff. Leatherwood is guaranteed $6 million in salary over the next three seasons, which is why he was impossible to trade. The Bears will attempt to coach Leatherwood up after he failed to impress in his lone season with the Raiders.

Tuesday, August 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Chicago Bears released quarterback Nathan Peterman on Tuesday, according to a source. However, the Bears plan on bringing him back on their practice squad. As of right now, the Bears only have starter Justin Fields and veteran Trevor Siemian in their QB room. Peterman, originally a fifth-round selection of the Buffalo Bills in 2017, has played in 10 games (four starts) in his four NFL seasons. It hasn't gone very well for the 28-year-old, as he's gone 71-for-135 (52.6 percent) for 573 yards, three touchdowns and a whopping 12 interceptions for the Bills and Las Vegas Raiders.

Sunday, August 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith (undisclosed) didn't play during the preseason finale versus the Cleveland Browns. Head coach Matt Eberflus indicated earlier in the week that the starters would log roughly 25-30 plays on Saturday night. However, according to general manager Ryan Poles, Smith experienced "tightness," although he didn't elaborate further. The 25-year-old recently returned to practice after a lengthy hold-in. Yet, after not receiving a more lucrative contract, he will play out the final year of his current deal. Nevertheless, it's likely Smith is fine and didn't feel like participating in exhibition football, so unless something changes regarding his health, he should remain a top IDP fantasy option heading into Week 1.

Sunday, August 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Chicago Bears wide receiver David Moore (leg) has been placed on the injured reserve as of Sunday. The 27-year-old won't be making the final roster as he'll now miss the entire regular season. The former seventh-round pick was battling for a final roster spot, but wasn't expected to have a big role anyway. In 2020, Moore finished with 35 receptions, 417 receiving yards, and six touchdowns through 16 games with the Seattle Seahawks. Possibly, he can replicate that again, but it won't happen until next season.