The Chicago Bears just dropped a bomb on their roster Saturday, activating linebacker Noah Sewell from the reserve/PUP list right before their massive Sunday game against the Packers. This isn’t just a minor shuffle, folks. This is a potential game-changer with that huge rivalry match looming.
Noah Sewell is Back, Baby, And It’s About Time
We are talking about Noah Sewell, the dude who tore his Achilles on December 28 last year. An Achilles tear is no joke, but here he is, activated and ready to go! The Bears drafted Sewell in the fifth round back in 2023, and he’s been a solid contributor, appearing in 35 career games with nine starts. Remember 2025? He had a career-high 54 tackles, including three tackles for loss, before that season-ending injury. His return could seriously boost that Bears defense, especially with how quickly he’s back. That’s some serious grit, right? You gotta love seeing a guy fight back like that.
Zavier Scott Gets the Call-Up Just in Time
But wait, there’s more! Chicago also elevated running back Zavier Scott from the practice squad for Sunday’s showdown. Scott’s journey to this moment is pretty wild. He came into the league as an undrafted free agent with the Colts in 2023, spent training camp with the Vikings before this season, and then landed on Chicago’s practice squad. His only real game action came last season with the Vikings, where he appeared in 16 games. He rushed for 114 yards on 32 carries and snagged 14 receptions for 98 yards. That’s some decent production, and now he’s getting his shot on the big stage for Chicago. Talk about a surprise elevation.
Facing the Packers With Fresh Faces and Missing Pieces
While these two additions are huge, the Bears will be without a couple of key guys. Defensive back Kyler Gordon is out with a calf injury, and defensive lineman Shemar Turner is sidelined with a knee issue. Both Gordon and Turner are currently in their 21-day return-to-practice windows, so we know they’re working to get back, but they won’t be there Sunday. That makes Sewell’s return and Scott’s elevation even more critical. The Bears are heading into a huge divisional game against the Packers, and they need all hands on deck. Seeing what Sewell brings to the defense and if Scott can make an immediate impact on offense is gonna be must-watch stuff. Don’t miss it!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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