Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Ben Johnson unhappy with Kyler Gordon?
Gordon failed to report for training camp citing an undisclosed injury, missed all of August and the preseason, landed on the PUP list, and sat out the first three regular season games. Johnson has visibly shown his frustration by giving one or two-word answers whenever asked for an update on the cornerback.
What did Rome Odunze drop against the Bears on Monday night?
Odunze dropped a wide-open touchdown pass from quarterback Case Keenum with no defenders around him, no wind, and no rain. The ball hit him squarely in the hands and he still bobbled and dropped it.
How has Rome Odunze performed through the first few games of the season?
Odunze has caught only 8 of the 13 passes thrown his way, continuing the drop issues he had last season when he caught just 44 of 90 targets. His struggles have made routine plays look like a chore.
Who has stepped up at wide receiver while Odunze has been struggling?
Kalif Raymond, a career reserve until this season, has caught 19 of 21 passes thrown his way and has been far more reliable than Odunze through the early part of the season.
Is Kyler Gordon's roster spot with the Bears safe?
Gordon's spot is far from guaranteed because rookie Malik Muhammad has settled nicely into the nickel role during Gordon's absence and the Bears no longer feel his absence as much as they did last season. His contract also won't protect him starting next offseason, meaning he must produce or risk being cut.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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