The situation surrounding Gordon has been turbulent this offseason. He is currently on the reserve PUP list, which means he cannot play for the first four games and cannot practice for the first two weeks. While players on the PUP list may attend team meetings and use facilities for rehab, Gordon has been pursuing rehab with his own trainer outside the Bears’ program. The plan, as reported by NFL insider Ian Rapoport, is for Gordon to rejoin practice with the team a few weeks into the season.
“This has been a challenging recovery, and sometimes players work best honing in with their own people,” Rapoport said. “That seems to be the case here. Barring a setback, Gordon should be back sooner, rather than later.”
This update offers a more optimistic outlook than seen earlier in the offseason, but the situation remains awkward. Earlier developments included a workout video that surfaced showing Gordon training in his backyard shortly after the Bears’ general manager, Ryan Poles, acknowledged issues with Gordon’s injury status and how he’s handling discomfort. Additionally, the Bears’ social media activity around Gordon drew attention, with no recent post featuring him ahead of the season opener, which some perceived as a sign of the unresolved tension.
Despite the mixed signals, the key takeaway is that Gordon is currently away from team activities to accelerate his recovery. If he returns to practice and on-field participation in the coming weeks, he could begin to rebuild trust with the coaching staff. However, if setbacks occur or if the team remains uncertain about his rehabilitation progress, the situation could continue to be challenging for both Gordon and the Bears.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Gordon’s health status, his ability to rejoin the practice squad, and how quickly he can contribute on the field. The Bears will be watching closely to see if he can regain form and assure the organization of his long-term role.
