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An unexpected name has been added to the Chicago Bears’ final injury report before of Week 12’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Veteran running back Keenan Allen was restricted in Friday’s practice due to an ankle ailment; his availability for Sunday’s game is in doubt.

Head coach Matt Eberflus told the media after practice that Allen rolled his ankle, but that he doesn’t believe it’s a serious injury and is optimistic about his status for Sunday. The fact that Allen has missed two games so far this season owing to a heel issue bodes well.

Friday Injury Report for the #Bears – pic.twitter.com/FIf96U3lpa

“BearsPR” (Bears Communications) tweeted on November 22, 2024.
According to Friday’s final injury report, the offense did get some positive news. After missing last Sunday’s game with a groin injury, running back D’Andre Swift returned to full participation at the end of the week. Swift stated after practice that he will definitely play against the Vikings despite being listed as questionable for the game.

Despite suffering a groin injury, #Bears RB D’Andre Swift assures me he will play on Sunday.

— Patrick Finley, also known as @patrickfinley Friday, November 22, 2024
On the other hand, Teven Jenkins, the left guard, will not be out Sunday due to injury. Jenkins suffered an ankle injury last week and missed the game, but he has been fully active for the past two days. The offensive line will benefit greatly from Jenkins’ presence on the field.

Only two players—offensive lineman Ryan Bates (concussion) and safety Elijah Hicks (ankle)—will not be playing this week because of injuries. Since Bates is out with an injury, Jake Curhan and Doug Kramer will get the nod to start at guard and center, respectively.

With Hicks out with an injury, Jonathan Owens and Kevin Byard will start at safety. However, Adrian Colbert was reinstated to the practice squad this week. If he is promoted tomorrow, we will find out.

In Sunday’s game against the Vikings, Jonathan Owens will start in lieu of Elijah Hicks, according to Matt Eberflus. screenshot.twitter.com/EtkwsnA8p7 has been

This was tweeted by Nicholas Moreano. Friday, November 22, 2024
In preparation for their game against the Vikings, the Bears appear to be in better shape than they have been in recent weeks. The offensive line will likely start all five starters, and all of the offense’s weapons should be fully healthy. The unit’s defensive strategy that has worked well this season—relying on the next man up—will be repeated.