Bears' Caleb Johnson: Hits the field again Saturday
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Johnson (knee) played 14 defensive snaps and eight special-teams snaps during the Bears' preseason game against the Browns.
Johnson managed to make it back on the field for Chicago's preseason finale Saturday after picking up a knee injury during the team's previous exhibition against Seattle. The 2021 undrafted linebacker picked up eight tackles while playing all but five snaps on special teams (236) over 14 games last year. Johnson's availability in Friday's game should help his case for a core special-teams role heading into final roster cuts Tuesday.
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Bears' Caleb Johnson: Suffers knee injury
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Johnson (knee) is doubtful to return to Thursday's preseason contest against the Seahawks, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.
Johnson appeared to suffer a knee injury defending a running play during Thursday's contest. The linebacker managed to walk to the locker room with only a slight limp, but there's not yet an indication of how long he'll remain sidelined. Johnson filled a key role on the Bears' special-teams units last season, so the team will be searching for a replacement should his absence linger.
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Bears' Caleb Johnson: Likely out for Week 6
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Johnson (knee) is week-to-week after leaving Sunday's win over the Raiders, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Johnson may miss a game or two, but he isn't expected to land on injured reserve. The rookie leads the Bears with five special teams tackles, so they will have to fill that void if he is indeed unavailable against the Packers in Week 6.
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Bears' Caleb Johnson: Will not return Sunday
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Johnson (knee) won't return Sunday against the Chargers.
Johnson's injury appears to be more serious than originally expected, and this means he won't be back for the rest of the game. Christian Jones and Alec Ogletree would be in line to handle additional snaps as his possible replacements.
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Bears' Caleb Johnson: Return uncertain against Las Vegas
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Johnson (knee) is doubtful to return Sunday against Las Vegas.
Johnson picked up the injury in the first half, and it seems the medical staff will have the final say on whether the linebacker returns to the gridiron. If he can't return, Christian Jones or Alec Ogletree would be in line for additional snaps.
