The Chicago Bears injury report confirms major defensive concerns ahead of Black Friday. T.J. Edwards and Tyrique Stevenson have been ruled out for the matchup against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles on November 28 at 3 p.m. ET. The Bears will face a brutally short-handed linebacker core as they travel to Lincoln Financial Field.
🔥 Quick Facts
- T.J. Edwards ruled out with hand and hamstring injuries after missing previous games
- Tyrique Stevenson (hip injury) joins three other linebackers out for the Eagles game
- Bears (8-3) travel to face defending champion Eagles (8-3) on Black Friday
- Game airs on Prime Video at 3 p.m. ET from Philadelphia
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T.J. Edwards and Tyrique Stevenson have been formally ruled out of Friday’s critical divisional clash. Edwards carries hand and hamstring injuries that have sidelined him for multiple weeks.
The backup linebacker has been dealing with a broken hand since his injury in early November against Cincinnati. Stevenson suffered a hip injury last Sunday in the Bears’ victory over Pittsburgh and has not been able to return to practice this week.
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These absences compound an already devastating situation for Chicago’s defensive unit. The Bears enter the matchup missing multiple key contributors across the linebacking corps.
Three Linebackers Out: Bears Face Defensive Crisis Before Eagles
Beyond Edwards and Stevenson, the Bears will also be without Ruben Hyppolite II and Noah Sewell heading into their matchup against Philadelphia. This leaves the defense dangerously thin at a critical position.
Sewell exited last Sunday’s 31-28 victory over Pittsburgh with a shoulder injury and did not participate in any practice sessions this week. The depth chart will demand creative solutions from defensive coordinator Sean Desai and head coach Ben Johnson.
The combination of these injuries forces the Bears to rely heavily on reserve linebackers and adjustments to their defensive scheme against the league’s defending Super Bowl champions.
Who Will Play Linebacker Against the Eagles Defending Champions?
| Player Status | Injury Details |
| T.J. Edwards (OUT) | Hand/Hamstring – Multiple games missed |
| Tyrique Stevenson (OUT) | Hip Injury – Exited vs Pittsburgh game |
| Ruben Hyppolite II (OUT) | Shoulder injury – DNP entire week |
| Noah Sewell (OUT) | Elbow – Did not practice |
The Bears demonstrated resilience last Sunday against Pittsburgh by playing six injured regulars and still earned a convincing victory with Caleb Williams throwing three touchdown passes. Chicago’s defense generated two critical turnovers that the offense converted into 14 points.
This “next-man-up” approach sustained the Bears through the Pittsburgh game, but facing the defending champion Eagles represents a significantly steeper challenge. Philadelphia’s offensive firepower includes star running back Saquon Barkley, who continues to be a major threat despite recent struggles.
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The Philadelphia Eagles enter the matchup as the defending Super Bowl champions with an identical 8-3 record to Chicago’s. Both teams lead their respective divisions heading into Week 13 play.
Philadelphia stumbled last Sunday with a 24-21 loss at Dallas, surrendering a 21-point lead in a shocking collapse against the Cowboys. The Eagles blew the advantage in the final moments with a late-game field goal.
Both squads enter Friday’s Black Friday matchup seeking momentum as the playoff race intensifies. The Eagles hold first place in the NFC East but dropped to second in overall NFC seeding behind the Los Angeles Rams (9-2).
What’s at Stake for Both 8-3 Teams on Black Friday?
Both teams sit at 8-3 records and control their respective divisions, making this Black Friday clash significant for playoff positioning and momentum. Chicago holds first place in the NFC North while Philadelphia leads the NFC East.
The winner will improve their resume for the top playoff seeding. The loser faces the pressure of a tough remaining schedule and potential playoff seeding implications heading into the final weeks of the season.
Chicago’s defense must compensate for the linebacker losses by generating turnovers and pressure from other positions. The Eagles need to prove last week’s collapse against Dallas was an anomaly, not a sign of deeper issues.
The game airs exclusively on Prime Video beginning at 3 p.m. ET from Philadelphia on Friday, November 28. Prime Video is offering the game free to all viewers, no subscription required.
Sources
- Marquee Sports Network – Bears official injury report and player status
- ESPN – Game details, schedule and coverage information
- Chicago Bears Official Website – Team news and defensive updates
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