Bears elevate TE Stephen Carlson for Monday night matchup against Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The Chicago Bears have elevated tight end Stephen Carlson from the practice squad for their Week 8 game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night. Carlson, who is 29 years old, has not participated in any games this season and played in two contests last year for the Bears. He has recorded a total of 28 games in his career since entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2019, previously playing for the Cleveland Browns before joining Chicago in 2023. This move reinforces the team's depth at tight end as they prepare for the matchup.
- •Carlson elevated from practice squad for Monday's game.
- •He has not played in any games this season.
- •Previously played for the Browns before joining the Bears in 2023.
- •Has 28 career games with seven starts.
- •The Bears face the Seahawks in Week 8.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Bears elevate TE Stephen Carlson for Monday night vs. Seahawks
"The Bears have made one roster move for Monday night’s game against the Seahawks.
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