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Bears finalize initial 53-man roster and release Jack Sanborn

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:45 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Bears finalize initial 53-man roster and release Jack Sanborn

Summary

The Chicago Bears established their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season on August 30. The team released linebacker Jack Sanborn and wide receiver Kaden Davis as part of the roster construction process. Head coach Ben Johnson carries three quarterbacks, three running backs, and five wide receivers into the start of the year. The running back group features D’Andre Swift, Kyle Monangai, and Roschon Johnson, while the receiving corps includes Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Kalif Raymond, Zavion Thomas, and Jahdae Walker. Further roster changes are expected as the team evaluates practice squad options and monitors the health status of players like Monangai, who suffered a preseason knee injury.

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Status Watch

•The Bears released linebacker Jack Sanborn and wide receiver Kaden Davis.
•The 53-man roster includes Caleb Williams, Tyson Bagent, and Case Keenum at quarterback.
•Running back Roschon Johnson secured a roster spot following his performance during the preseason.
•The team may add players to the practice squad or active roster as injured players become available.
•Kyle Monangai is managing a preseason knee injury heading into the start of the season.

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What you see today when it comes to the Bears’ 53-man roster will be different as soon as tomorrow. And it will change again. Then again and again … and...
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