Bears roster prediction updates after preseason loss to Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Chicago Bears lost 27-9 to the Cincinnati Bengals in their second preseason game on August 24. The game highlighted issues for the Bears, including struggles across offense, defense, and special teams. Following this outing, standout performances from players like Jamree Kromah, Kaden Davis, and Salvon Ahmed have raised questions about roster spots ahead of the August 30 cutdown. The Bears' latest 53-man roster projection reflects these developments, showcasing battles for backup roles especially at running back and wide receiver.
- •Bears fall to Bengals, 27-9, in preseason game on August 24.
- •Candidates for roster spots include Kromah, Davis, and Ahmed.
- •Cutdown to a 53-man roster is due by August 30.
- •Quarterback room features Caleb Williams, Tyson Bagent, and Case Keenum.
- •Struggles noted in offense, defense, and special teams.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bears 53-man roster predictions: Week 2 preseason edition
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bears 53-man roster prediction after second preseason game
"Here's our latest Chicago Bears 53-man roster projection after their preseason loss against the Cincinnati Bengals.
"With one more preseason game to go, @jacobinfante24 predicts what the Bears’ 53-man roster will look like in 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 4:00 PMBears 53-man roster predictions: Week 2 preseason edition
With one more preseason game to go, @jacobinfante24 predicts what the Bears’ 53-man roster will look like in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 3:32 PMBears 53-man roster prediction after second preseason game
Here's our latest Chicago Bears 53-man roster projection after their preseason loss against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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