The Chicago Bears just dropped some big news that’s shaking up their early season roster. General Manager Ryan Poles announced Tuesday that safety Coby Bryant and tight end Hayden Large are both headed to Injured Reserve. This isn’t just a quick benching either; Bryant’s knee surgery means he could be out for the entire year, which is a massive blow right off the bat.
Injuries Hit Hard, Early Season Depth Tested
Losing Coby Bryant for potentially the whole season is a tough pill to swallow for the Bears, especially this early in the regular season. While both he and Hayden Large are technically eligible to return later this year, Bryant’s knee situation sounds serious enough to keep him sidelined for the long haul. You never want to see guys go down, but a key safety like Bryant being out could really test their secondary depth.
Bears Fill Roster Spots With Familiar Faces
To fill those newly opened roster spots, the Bears wasted no time bringing back some guys they knew. Defensive lineman James Lynch and linebacker Jack Sanborn are back with the team after being released just last weekend. Lynch actually signed with the Bears this offseason and has some experience, playing 34 games for the Titans over the past two seasons. Sanborn is even more familiar, having spent his first three seasons with Chicago before playing for the Cowboys in 2025 and then returning to the Bears in March. It’s a quick turnaround for both of them, and the team is clearly counting on them to step right back in.
These early season roster moves highlight just how quickly things can change in the NFL. The Bears are looking to bounce back from these injuries, and Lynch and Sanborn will need to prove they can make an immediate impact. It’s gonna be interesting to watch how this depth plays out as the season rolls on.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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