Chicago Bears fans receive soul-crushing news regarding one of their starting linebackers T.J. Edwards on Saturday.
Bears head coach Ben Johnson spoke with the team as he shared that Edwards is being considered "doubtful" for the Monday night showdown against the Minnesota Vikings, according to ALLCITY NFL Analyst Adam Hoge. Johnson instead said that rookie linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II will be playing on the field on defense.
Ben Johnson says linebacker T.J. Edwards is doubtful to play Monday and confirms rookie Ruben Hyppolite will see the field on defense. #Bears
— Adam Hoge (@AdamHoge) September 6, 2025
It's been over a week plus since Edwards has last practiced, as he has been dealing with a hamstring injury and has been on the injury report this week.