Two of the Bears’ best three defensive players are questionable for Sunday’s game against the Texans.
Linebacker Roquan Smith missed his third-straight practice Friday with a hip injury. Cornerback Jaylon Johnson did not practice Friday after being limited Thursday because of a quad issue.
Smith played every snap in Sunday’s loss to the Packers. Johnson was added to the injury report Thursday after practicing Wednesday.
Rookie receiver Velus Jones is unlikely to make his NFL debut Sunday; he was limited in practice the last two days but ruled doubtful. He’s been dealing with a hamstring injury dating back to the middle of training camp, and has missed the first two games of his career.