The Bears acquired Thuney from the Chiefs on Wednesday in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round pick, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The Bears recently agreed to a deal to acquire Rams guard Jonah Jackson, who previously played for the Lions under new Bears head coach Ben Johnson. While Jackson is coming off a disappointing season with the Rams after signing a huge contract, Thuney remains universally regarded as one of the best and most consistent guards in the league. The 32-year-old even played left tackle when the need arose in Kansas City during the stretch run of this past season, although he struggled in the Super Bowl after mostly proving up to the task leading up to that game. Thuney likely will play left guard in Chicago, where returning starter Teven Jenkins (calf) is scheduled for free agency after completing his rookie contract. The trade won't be made official until after the start of the 2025 league year next Wednesday.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Passes physical Sunday
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Thuney (pectoral) passed his physical Sunday and was activated from the active/PUP list.
Thuney has opened Kansas City's training camp on the sidelines as a result of continuing to recover from a pectoral injury he suffered in January. He now appears to be on the cusp of returning to the practice field in the coming days.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Opens camp on active/PUP
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The Chiefs placed Thuney (pectoral) on the active/PUP list Wednesday.
After getting injured during the divisional round of the playoffs last season, Thuney missed the AFC Championship and the Super Bowl for Kansas City. Head coach Andy Reid had previously said that Thuney is expected to be cleared to play in advance of the Chiefs' Week 1 game against Baltimore. He's eligible to be activated from the PUP list at any time this summer.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Should be ready for season opener
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Head coach Andy Reid told reporters Thursday that he expects Thuney (pectoral) to be available for the beginning of the regular season, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Reid also noted that Thuney is "kind of right on the border" regarding his return for the start of training camp, which is another positive sign for the 31-year-old's recovery. Once Thuney is back on the field, he's expected to remain Kansas City's top left guard.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Will finish season on IR
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Thuney (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
Thuney was ruled out ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl matchup with the 49ers, so his move to IR doesn't come as a surprise. With Thuney off the 53-man roster, the Chiefs were able to open up a spot for running back Jerick McKinnon (groin), who was activated from IR in a corresponding move. Nick Allegretti is expected to start at left guard in the Super Bowl in Thuney's stead.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Won't play in Super Bowl
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Thuney (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl matchup against the 49ers.
The First-Team All-Pro hasn't been able to practice since sustaining a pectoral injury during the Chiefs' divisional-round win, so it's no surprise that he won't be suiting up for Super Bowl LVIII. Kansas City is expected roll with Nick Allegretti at left guard in Thuney's stead.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Sits out practice Wednesday
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Thuney (pectoral) didn't practice Wednesday.
The two-time Pro Bowl left guard is believed to be dealing with a significant pectoral injury, and head coach Andy Reid has expressed doubt about Thuney's availability for Sunday's Super Bowl matchup with the 49ers. However, James Palmer of NFL Network relays that "those around Thuney still believe that there is a shot" he can play. Veteran Nick Allegretti made the start at left guard versus the Ravens in the AFC Championship Game and should get another start this weekend if Thuney is ruled out.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Unlikely to play in Super Bowl
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Thuney (pectoral) is unlikely to be available for the Super Bowl on Sunday, Kevin Patra of the Chiefs' official site reports.
Head coach Andy Reid said it's a long shot that Thuney practices this week as he is still recovering from the strained pectoral he suffered during Kansas City's victory in the divisional round. If the 31-year-old can't suit up versus the 49ers, Nick Allegretti should get the start at left guard for the second consecutive game.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Logs another 'DNP'
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Thuney (pectoral) was listed as a non-participant on the Chiefs' estimated injury report for the second day in a row Thursday.
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport already reported before the AFC Championship Game that Thuney would be a "long shot" to play in the Super Bowl if the Chiefs were to advance. The 2023 First Team All-Pro started all 17 regular season games and Kansas City's first two playoff games. If he can't suit up Feb. 11 against the 49ers, Nick Allegretti is next up on the depth chart.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Season likely over
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Thuney (pectoral), who has already been ruled out for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Ravens, is unlikely to play in the Super Bowl if the Chiefs can beat Baltimore, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Thuney has received varying diagnoses' on his pectoral injury, with some experts believing it is torn, while others believe it's just a strain. Either way, it appears the 31-year-old's season is over, and he may need surgery to repair the injury. Nick Allegretti is expected to start at left guard in his place Sunday.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Missing AFC Championship Game
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Thuney (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Ravens.
Thuney was unable to practice all week after he exited the Chiefs' divisional-round win over the Bills with a pectoral injury, so it's not a surprise that he won't be suiting up Sunday. Kansas City's offensive line could very well struggle to replace the 31-year-old, as he snagged first-team All-Pro honors this season. Without Thuney, Nick Allegretti is expected to get the nod at left guard.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Dealing with strained pectoral
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Thuney sustained a strained pectoral during Sunday's win at Buffalo, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Thuney was forced out of the Chiefs' divisional-round win early due to the injury, but fortunately it wasn't too severe. There's still no guarantee he'll be available for the AFC Championship Game in Baltimore, though. Kansas City's official injury reports over the week will provide more information on that front.
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Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Dealing with pec injury
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Head coach Andy Reid said after Sunday's win over the Bills that Thuney is dealing with a right pec injury, Harold R. Kuntz of Fox 4 Kansas City reports.
Thuney exited Sunday's game in the second half and didn't return down the stretch. Whether he'll be available for the AFC Championship Game against the Ravens next Sunday remains to be seen.
