Through the first quarter of the 2025 NFL season, the Chicago Bears have managed to hang in. What’s made their run even more impressive is how they’ve held their own while missing several key names. Yet, for the first time in weeks, there’s some positivity in the camp.

Two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson is still out indefinitely with a groin issue, but reinforcements are on the way. Ahead of their Monday Night Football clash against the Washington Commanders , Chicago’s latest injury report brings some long-awaited good news. Only defensive tackle Grady Jarrett has been ruled out, signaling that near full health is finally within reach. That’s a massive boost for a defense that’s been forced to dig deep over the last month.

Even so, it’s not all clear skies just yet.

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