T.J. Edwards is officially back on the Chicago Bears practice field! The team activated him from the non-football injury list on Wednesday morning, which is huge news for their linebacking corps. But let’s be real, after what he went through last year, Bears fans gotta be wondering if he can stay healthy.
Calf Injury Cleared, But Caution Is Key
Edwards had been sidelined with a calf injury, an issue he picked up even *before* training camp started. The plan is clearly to ease him back into practice, and for good reason: nobody wants to see a recurrence of that issue. It’s early in the season, and managing player health is paramount, especially for someone with his recent track record. The Bears are playing it smart, ensuring Edwards has the best shot at staying on the field.
The Brutal 2025 Season That Still Haunts
Because last season, man, that was rough. Edwards missed seven games due to various injuries during the 2025 regular season. And then, just when you thought things might turn around, he fractured his fibula during their playoff win against the Packers. Ouch. Despite all that, when he *did* play in those 10 regular season starts, he still put up 67 tackles, snagged an interception return for a touchdown, and even chipped in with a half-sack. The talent is there, no doubt. He showed what he can do when he’s out there.
So yeah, Edwards and the Bears are definitely crossing their fingers for a healthier run this year. Getting him fully back and staying on the field is critical for that defense. Let’s see if he can put that brutal 2025 behind him and be the player we know he can be.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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