Bears RT Darnell Wright returns to practice amid knee injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright, who has been dealing with a knee injury, returned to practice on Thursday. Wright missed Wednesday's session before being spotted in position drills, offering hope for his availability against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. The Bears are looking to improve to 2-0 after a strong Week 1 performance, where they amassed 291 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Head coach Ben Johnson has not confirmed Wright's status as of yet, but his participation in practice is a positive sign for the team.
- •Darnell Wright listed as a non-participant due to a knee injury on Wednesday.
- •Wright returned to practice on Thursday and participated in position drills.
- •The Bears aim for a key NFC North victory against the Vikings on Sunday.
- •Wright's health is vital for Chicago after a strong Week 1 showing.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Latest injury update on Bears RT Darnell Wright
"Here's the latest injury update on Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright, who's dealing with a knee injury.
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