Edwards has been ruled out for at least Week 6, with the possibility of a longer absence due to the hamstring issue. He sustained the injury non-contactly early in Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers and did not return. Head coach Ben Johnson indicated Edwards is “week-to-week,” which clouds his return timeline. The Bears did not place Edwards on injured reserve, suggesting some expectation of a return within the next few weeks, though it remains unclear if he will be ready for Week 7. The team also has a quick turnaround for Thursday Night Football against the New England Patriots, giving Edwards only a brief window to ramp up after missing practice.
In addition to promoting Johnson, the Bears activated cornerback Kyler Gordon from the physically unable to practice list and added veteran cornerback Nick McCloud to the active roster. Running back Zavier Scott was elevated as well. The moves come as the Bears manage injuries across the secondary and backfield, with nickel cornerback Gordon returning to action after an extended absence due to a calf injury, and with Tyrique Stevenson listed as questionable with a hip issue. Safety and cornerback depth, along with the health of running backs, remain in focus as the team prepares for a road game date with Atlanta.
