Untested Bear Suddenly Thrust Into Massive Role After Week 6 Injury
The Chicago Bears are across the pond as they square off against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday morning. The Bears have found some rhythm over the past few weeks, winning two straight games.
They are seeking to continue that streak overseas but it got harder when cornerback Tyrique Stevenson injured his calf and is now listed as doubtful.
Now the Bears may have to thrust any unproven player into the starting lineup.
"He knows (the defense) in and out." - Matt Eberflus on Jaylon Jones, who could be tabbed to fill in for Tyrique Stevenson.
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Matt Eberflus said the Bears will see tomorrow when Stevenson wakes up whether he'll be healthy enough to go through a pre-game warmup to determine whether…
Bears News: Jaylon Jones May Be Put Into Starting Lineup
Head coach Matt Eberflus was talking to reporters on Friday and discussed who may have to step in to replace Stevenson. He named Jaylon Jones as someone to keep an eye on.
"He knows (the defense) in and out."
- Matt Eberflus
Jones has been in Chicago for the past three years as he signed as an undrafted free agent in 2022. As Eberflus said, he knows the defense "in and out" due to being in the same scheme for three straight years.
What makes it a bit more shaky for the Bears is his lack of reps this season. The Ole Miss product has played in just ten snaps in 2024, while Jaylon Johnson, Kyler Gordan, and Stevenson have all played at least 257 defensive snaps this year.
In his career, Jones has logged four starts, notching 74 total tackles, four pass deflections, and one forced fumble.
The Bears will need the 26-year-old ready to go if his number is called but he has the faith of the coaching staff.
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