Bears report injuries to Xavier Woods, Montez Sweat, and others
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Chicago Bears experienced several injuries during their preseason game against the Cleveland Browns on August 15, 2026. Safety Xavier Woods sustained a groin injury and did not return. Linebackers Nephi Sewell and Ruben Hyppolite II also left the game with a concussion and shoulder injury, respectively. Coach Ben Johnson noted that defensive end Montez Sweat and left tackle Braxton Jones are expected back next week, while the status of nickelback Kyler Gordon remains uncertain. Rookie linebacker Keyshaun Elliott might return to practice soon after being on the PUP list.
- •Xavier Woods left the game with a groin injury.
- •Nephi Sewell and Ruben Hyppolite II also suffered injuries.
- •Montez Sweat and Braxton Jones are likely to return next week.
- •Kyler Gordon's injury status is currently unknown.
- •Keyshaun Elliott may be back to practice soon.
- 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Bears Injury Update for Xavier Woods, Montez Sweat, Kyler Gordon, and more
"Bears head coach Ben Johnson gave an update on the injured players from the Browns game and a few others. @wiltfongjr has the details here.
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