**Bears Injury Report Brings More Challenges Ahead of Ravens Matchup**
The bad news continues to mount for the Chicago Bears as they prepare to face the Baltimore Ravens this Sunday. On Friday morning, the Ravens announced that star quarterback Lamar Jackson is expected to suit up after missing several games with a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, the Bears released their injury report, revealing several key starters will be sidelined for the upcoming matchup.
**Secondary Woes for the Bears**
Just as the Bears welcomed Kyler Gordon back to action after missing the first four games of the season due to a hamstring injury, he has now been ruled out with a groin/calf injury. This is a tough blow for one of Chicago’s top defensive playmakers.
Adding to the Bears’ secondary troubles, cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is set to miss his first game of the season with a shoulder injury. The team is already grappling with season-ending injuries to Jaylon Johnson and Terell Smith. With Gordon and Stevenson also out, Chicago’s secondary looks like a major vulnerability that Lamar Jackson and the Ravens will likely target on Sunday.
**Tight End Situation: A Chance for Loveland**
In the tight end department, Cole Kmet will miss his first game of the season due to a back injury. This opens the door for Colston Loveland, especially amid comparisons between Tyler Warren, Chargers rookie Oronde Gadsden II, and Loveland.
Bears head coach Ben Johnson expressed confidence in Loveland’s impact, despite his modest statistical output so far. “I’m pleased with how Colston Loveland is playing, and I know the production, call it six games into it, isn’t what any of us maybe had looked for from a numbers perspective, but he’s impacting games in a very positive fashion, and he’s a reason why our offense is going to continue to get better,” Johnson stated.
**Additional Injuries for Chicago**
The injury list doesn’t stop there. Running back Roschon Johnson is out with a back issue, and offensive tackle Braxton Jones is sidelined due to a knee injury.
Four Bears players remain questionable heading into Sunday’s game:
– D’Andre Swift (groin)
– Austin Booker (knee)
– Amen Ogbongbemiga (knee)
– Cairo Santos (right thigh)
Of particular interest is Austin Booker, who has yet to play a snap this season but could see his first action on Sunday. D’Andre Swift is expected to play. Meanwhile, kicking duties could become a storyline as the Bears might continue with Jake Moody even if Cairo Santos is fully healthy.
**Outlook for Sunday**
With Lamar Jackson expected back under center for the Ravens and the Bears dealing with a mounting injury list, Sunday’s contest promises to be a tough challenge for Chicago. The Bears will need key contributors to step up in the face of adversity if they hope to compete against a strong Baltimore team.
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