"Rome Odunze did not practice this week while recovering from a foot injury and was ruled out on Friday. The 23-year-old wideout has been dealing with nagging foot and heel issues throughout the season but will miss his first game of 2025 when the Bears play the Green Bay Packers. Odunze was targeted six times and had two catches for eight yards in Chicago's 24-15 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. He showed no signs of injury during the game and played 80% of offensive snaps."
"Earlier this week, coach Ben Johnson lamented that the Bears are winning "in spite of our passing game, not because of it," and will look to get on track without the team's leading receiver. Odunze's absence could mean more targets for rookie Luther Burden III or Olamide Zaccheaus. DJ Moore, Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet could also see a production spike with Odunze sidelined."
Rome Odunze was ruled out for the upcoming game at Lambeau Field while recovering from a foot injury. The 23-year-old has dealt with persistent foot and heel issues this season and will miss his first game of 2025. Odunze was targeted six times and had two catches for eight yards in the Bears’ win over the Eagles, playing 80% of offensive snaps. Coach Ben Johnson noted the team has been winning despite the passing game and will try to improve without Odunze. Targets could shift to Luther Burden III, Olamide Zaccheaus, DJ Moore, Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet. Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson and linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II were also ruled out. Linebacker T.J. Edwards returned to full participation after hand surgery and a hamstring issue, and the run game remains strong after a 281-yard performance; Kyle Monangai (ankle) carries no designation.
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