5 Chicago Bears players who likely won't make the 53-man roster
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5 Chicago Bears players who likely won't make the 53-man roster
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie (72) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Mike Pendleton, Bears Wire·Bears Wire
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As roster cuts begin around the NFL and with the Chicago Bears, there are going to be players who don't make the cut but have put enough good film on tape that they deserve a spot.
Roster cuts always come with tough decisions but with those decisions come up opportunities for players to make a roster elsewhere depending on team needs across the league, and there have been plenty of players on the roster who have made impressions for themselves across the league.
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Here's a look at five players who deserve a spot on theBearsroster but are unlikely to make final cuts for a variety of reasons.
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears center Logan Jones (54) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (71) blocks during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Sam Roush (87) makes a catch during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Caden Barnett (76) blocks during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) pitches the ball during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Dohnte Meyers (81) runs with the ball against Chicago Bears cornerback Cam Lewis (21) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a pass for a touchdown against Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a pass for a touchdown against Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg (96) makes a tackle against Cincinnati Bengals running back Kentrel Bullock (31) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a touchdown pass over Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver JP Richardson (83) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley (82) runs after a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (1) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver JP Richardson (83) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) runs with the ball against Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward (50) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) snaps the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) holds the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) runs with the ball the Chicago Bears in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) hands the ball off to running back Roschon Johnson (23) in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) catches a pass against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) reacts after a play in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) catches a pass against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears running back Salvon Ahmed (36) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Miller Moss (16) evades the pass rush of Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Isaiah Foskey (51) during the fourth quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Jordan McFadden (74) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Jamree Kromah (59) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Sam Roush (87) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie (72) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Sean Clifford (4) throws a pass against the Chicago Bears in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears cornerback Malik Muhammad (24) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kaden Davis (27) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Skyler Thomas (38) intercepts the ball intended for Cincinnati Bengals tight end Jack Endries (84) in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman (31) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Maurice Alexander (13) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Matthew McDoom (41) during the fourth quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Miller Moss (16) throws a pass against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Kyle Hergel (60) snaps the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears punter Tory Taylor (19) reacts after punting the ball in the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Omari Kelly (82) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods (23) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) calls a play in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo (55) brings down Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Chicago Bears 53-man roster for 2026 season
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears center Logan Jones (54) warms up before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (71) blocks during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Sam Roush (87) makes a catch during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Caden Barnett (76) blocks during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) pitches the ball during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Dohnte Meyers (81) runs with the ball against Chicago Bears cornerback Cam Lewis (21) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a pass for a touchdown against Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a pass for a touchdown against Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Chicago Bears 53-man roster for 2026 season
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg (96) makes a tackle against Cincinnati Bengals running back Kentrel Bullock (31) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Colbie Young (86) catches a touchdown pass over Chicago Bears cornerback Dontae Manning (27) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver JP Richardson (83) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley (82) runs after a catch against Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (1) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver JP Richardson (83) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) runs with the ball against Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward (50) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) snaps the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) holds the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) runs with the ball the Chicago Bears in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) hands the ball off to running back Roschon Johnson (23) in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) catches a pass against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (23) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) reacts after a play in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (9) catches a pass against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Josh Newton (28) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears running back Salvon Ahmed (36) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (11) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Miller Moss (16) evades the pass rush of Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Isaiah Foskey (51) during the fourth quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Jordan McFadden (74) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Jamree Kromah (59) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Sam Roush (87) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie (72) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Sean Clifford (4) throws a pass against the Chicago Bears in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Chicago Bears 53-man roster for 2026 season
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears cornerback Malik Muhammad (24) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Bears vs. Bengals: Photos from Chicago's Week 2 preseason loss
Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kaden Davis (27) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) stands on the sidelines during the second half in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Skyler Thomas (38) intercepts the ball intended for Cincinnati Bengals tight end Jack Endries (84) in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman (31) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Maurice Alexander (13) makes a catch against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Matthew McDoom (41) during the fourth quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Miller Moss (16) throws a pass against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears guard Kyle Hergel (60) snaps the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears punter Tory Taylor (19) reacts after punting the ball in the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Omari Kelly (82) runs with the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods (23) after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) calls a play in the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo (55) brings down Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Josh Johnson (11) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Kiran Amegadjie was on this same list last year, but made it through to the final roster. But, this year, the odds feel more stacked against him. Having started training camp and the preseason getting reps at left tackle, Amegadjie struggled to break through the position battle and was moved back to a depth piece for right tackle. The fact that the coaches have moved Amegadjie around before the preseason feels like an indicator that he has officially fallen out of favor on the roster.
Running back Salvon Ahmed has done well in his action during training camp and the preseason, but his place on the roster will likely be bumped by the uprising play ofRoschon Johnson. The Bears will undoubtedly be leaning on D'Andre Swift andKyle Monangaiin their backfield, so even Johnson's place in the running back room will be for insurance purposes while his opportunity of action will come on special teams.
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LB Ruben Hyppolite
Ruben Hyppolite's roster spot is in jeopardy and he feels very similar to the roller coaster that has gone on with Kiran Amegadjie since being drafted by the Bears. Hyppolite was a fourth-round pick in last year's draft and struggled to find the field due to injuries early in his rookie season. With the team drafting Keyshaun Elliott this year, Hyppolite has not done anything to stand out during the preseason, and although Elliott just got healthy, he'll probably replace Hyppolite on the 53-man roster.
Scotty Miller was an interesting addition this offseason due to the need of veteran presence in the wide receiver room, but the coaching staff has been glowing aboutKalif Raymondboth on the field and in the locker room.Jahdae Walkerhas established himself as the team's most probable option as the fourth wide receiver with rookie Zavion Thomas also locking down a spot. WithKaden Davis' breakout summer, he's the favorite to land that final spot, leaving little to no room for Miller to break through and make the final cut.
The offensive and defensive line groups are two areas in which the Bears are going to keep as many players as possible, that make sense. This battle for a spot on the roster will likely come down to James Lynch andKentavius Street, and in the first two games of the preseason, Street has grabbed more attention. There is a possibility in which both players could make it, if the team traded awayGervon Dexter. But for now, in a battle of one or the other, it's Street who makes the team, while Lynch should have plenty of suitors for his services.
